Traditional acupuncture focuses on the whole person, not just their symptoms. All imbalances (both physical and emotional) are viewed as an interconnected pattern within the body, and acupuncture is used to treat the root causes of disease, in order to restore wellness.
The British Acupuncture Council has published A-Z evidence factsheets for a wide range of common conditions. Please visit the Resources page for further information.
What is involved in acupuncture treatments? Your first treatment will involve a two hour consultation, which will enable the practitioner to obtain a complete picture of your health – discussing any physical or emotional symptoms that you may be experiencing, your medical history, diet and lifestyle and other important factors. A physical examination will also be carried out, using both western and Chinese medical diagnostic tools. Following this, you will receive your first acupuncture treatment.
Ongoing treatments involve the use of fine needles to stimulate acupuncture points throughout the body’s meridian system. Moxibustion, cupping and gua sha are also incorporated in to treatments where required. Each treatment is tailored to the patient’s unique needs, taking in to account their overall constitution, as well as managing ongoing physical and emotional conditions.
Acupuncture treatments for teenagers (aged 12-17) are also available. Please note: a parent or guardian must be present for patients under 16 years old.
Cupping Therapy and Moxibustion sessions can also be booked as standalone treatments.
How many treatments will I need? Typically, weekly treatments are recommended for the first five sessions, reducing in frequency as you respond to treatment.
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British Acupuncture Council
I am a member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) – the leading self-regulatory body for the practice of traditional acupuncture in the UK. They provide members with a wide range of services to facilitate practice and ensure the highest standards. Their responsibilities include:
- maintaining the highest professional standards of practice for acupuncture in the UK
- overseeing and accrediting acupuncture education to ensure excellence in training
- funding evidence-based clinical research on the benefits of acupuncture.
As a member, I am bound by the Council’s stringent Standards of Practice and Codes of Ethics.
The BAcC was an early member of the Professional Standards Authority’s ‘Accredited Voluntary Register’ (AVR), which recognises the fact that they maintain high standards of training, safe practice and professional conduct among members.
Private Medical Insurance
If you have a private medical insurance policy, you may be entitled to claim for full or partial costs of your acupuncture treatments.
Many insurance companies will pay costs of treatments from British Acupuncture Council members for a variety of medical conditions. You will need to contact your own provider directly in order to ensure you are covered.
