NICE Recommended

Pain Relief Acupuncture

Acupuncture is recommended by NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) for chronic pain, migraines, and tension headaches. Experience natural, drug-free pain relief.

"Consider a course of acupuncture for chronic primary pain, chronic tension-type headache, or prophylaxis of chronic migraine."
— NICE Guidelines (NG193), April 2021
What I Treat

Types of Pain Treated

Acupuncture is effective for a wide range of pain conditions, from acute injuries to chronic ongoing pain.

Back Pain

Lower back pain, sciatica, disc problems, and chronic spinal issues respond well to acupuncture treatment.

Neck & Shoulder

Tension headaches, frozen shoulder, whiplash, and postural pain from desk work.

Joint Pain

Arthritis, knee pain, hip problems, and repetitive strain injuries (RSI).

Headaches & Migraines

NICE recommends acupuncture for chronic tension headaches and migraine prevention.

How Acupuncture Relieves Pain

1

Releases Natural Painkillers

Acupuncture triggers the release of endorphins — your body's natural pain-relieving chemicals.

2

Reduces Inflammation

Studies show acupuncture decreases inflammatory markers, helping with both acute and chronic pain.

3

Improves Blood Flow

Enhanced circulation delivers oxygen and nutrients to damaged tissues, speeding recovery.

4

Relaxes Muscle Tension

Needles placed in trigger points release chronic muscle tightness and spasm.

Acupuncture treatment for pain relief showing needles placed with precision

Conditions Treated

A comprehensive list of pain conditions that respond well to acupuncture

Chronic lower back pain
Sciatica and nerve pain
Neck pain and stiffness
Frozen shoulder
Tennis/golfer's elbow
Knee pain and osteoarthritis
Hip pain
Fibromyalgia
Migraines and headaches
Post-surgical pain
Sports injuries
Repetitive strain injury (RSI)

Combined Treatments

For pain relief, I often combine acupuncture with these complementary techniques

Gua Sha

Releases muscle tension and improves circulation in affected areas.

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Cupping

Draws blood to the area to promote healing and reduce stagnation.

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Tui Na

Chinese therapeutic massage to release trigger points and tension.

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Your Treatment

What to Expect

Your first pain treatment session with me

1

Detailed Assessment

We'll discuss your pain history, triggers, what makes it better or worse, and how it affects your daily life.

2

Chinese Medicine Diagnosis

Pulse and tongue diagnosis to understand the underlying pattern — is it stagnation, deficiency, or excess?

3

Treatment Plan

A personalized approach using acupuncture, possibly combined with Gua Sha, cupping, or massage depending on your condition.

Ready to Find Relief?

Book a consultation to discuss your pain and create a treatment plan.