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Acupuncture is an alternative treatment derived from Chinese medicine, inserting fine needles into specific areas of the body to reduce pain or encourage recovery.
An alternative treatment derived from Chinese medicine, inserting fine needles into specific areas of the body to reduce pain or encourage recovery. In the UK, we refer to Western Medical Acupuncture as the treatment following a specific medical diagnosis.
Acupuncture involves a practitioner inserting fine needles into specific points on your body. These are chosen based on your condition, and several points may be used in the same session.
The needles are expected to stimulate nerves under the skin and in muscle tissue, leading your body to produce natural substances with beneficial effects. It’s recommended as an option for some patients suffering from chronic pain, chronic tension headaches, migraines, prostatitis and hiccups.
During your appointment
Your Acupuncturist will discuss your condition, ask about your current health and medical history, and give you a physical examination before treating you.
You will either sit or lie down for treatment and will need to remove any clothes that might restrict access to acupuncture points on your body. The Acupuncturist will insert very fine needles into certain places, which are single-use and pre-sterilised.
Needles may be left in your body for a few minutes or up to 30 minutes, depending on your condition.
After your appointment
Physiotherapy shouldn’t usually be painful, but it may involve the movement of injured and strained areas of your body. The next day, you may feel muscle soreness or stiffness. Your Physiotherapist will let you know if you’re likely to have any pain and how to manage it.
Acupuncture is generally considered to be a safe treatment. There are minor side effects you may experience, such as:
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Within 24 hours, a member of our team will offer you an appointment date and time that suits you. Following the scheduling of your appointment, you will be required to attend one of our clinics for your consultation or scan.
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Attend your appointment on your chosen date and time to see one of our highly qualified consultants. After your appointment, a consultant will prepare a written report, which will be sent to your referring clinician within 48 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you require any further tests, treatments, or reviews, we will refer you and take care of the booking process. If you need a copy of your report or images, please contact us, and we can arrange this.
Explore the various options available for this treatment.
With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists—consultations are offered within 24 hours, with treatment within a week. All costs, including tests or scans, are quoted upfront with no obligation to proceed. Visit our Prices page for full details.
If using medical insurance, contact your provider to confirm coverage for all treatment stages before your first appointment. You’ll need a referral letter from your GP for a private procedure at The LivingCare Group. Once you have it, either you or your GP can book your first appointment with us.
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