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Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicine that has been practised for over two thousand years. It involves the insertion of incredibly fine needles into specific acupuncture points in the body to stimulate, restore and balance the smooth flow ‘Qi’, our vital energy.
When the body is healthy, Qi flows smoothly throughout the meridians of the body. However, issues arise when the balance of Qi is deficient or disrupted. Acupuncture helps to harmonise and rebalance the body as it treats both the symptoms and the root cause. Acupuncturists use single-use, pre-sterilised, disposable and solid needles.
About Acupuncture
The initial consultation and treatment will take 75 minutes and we will discuss the reason for you seeking acupuncture. You will also be asked in-depth questions relating to your general health, history, wellbeing and lifestyle. The acupuncture treatment itself will take around 20 minutes and may involve the use of other ancillary techniques such as moxibustion, gua sha, cupping, electro acupuncture or ear seeds. Dietary and lifestyle advice will also be suggested in your follow up care.
What to expect
Make sure you have a light meal or snack a couple of hours before your treatment and if possible, wear comfortable, loose clothing to reduce the need to get fully undressed. Keep hydrated with water and avoid any alcohol. After treatment, please avoid any vigorous exercise, refrain from alcohol and drink plenty of water. It is also advisable not to have any other stimulating bodywork on the same day as acupuncture such as massage or physiotherapy.
Preparing for treatment
Every person is unique and each acupuncture treatment is tailored to their individual needs, with both the root cause of the issue and the physical manifestations addressed.
As acupuncture is cumulative, a course of between 4-8 treatments is generally advised (depending on the person and condition(s) being treated). Some clients find acupuncture so relaxing and restorative that they enjoy weekly treatments as part of their personal self-care routine. Others reduce their visits to bi-monthly or monthly once they feel the benefit of their course of treatments.