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Treatment method
Body Acupuncture
Fine, sterile, single-use needles are placed at selected body points after an individual assessment.
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What it is
A technique selected for the individual.
Body acupuncture is the most widely recognised form of acupuncture. Point selection is based on the presenting problem, medical history, symptom pattern and treatment goals. It may be used alone or combined with scalp or ear acupuncture and other supportive modalities.
Safety first
Tell the practitioner about pregnancy, anticoagulant medicines, bleeding disorders, fainting with needles, implanted devices and all current medical treatment. Acupuncture should not delay urgent diagnosis or replace prescribed care.
Tell the practitioner about pregnancy, anticoagulant medicines, bleeding disorders, fainting with needles, implanted devices and all current medical treatment. Acupuncture should not delay urgent diagnosis or replace prescribed care.
What to expect
A calm, supervised session.
Assessment and explanation before treatment
Comfortable positioning with only the required area exposed
Insertion of very fine, single-use sterile needles
A monitored rest period, followed by careful needle removal
When it may be considered
Supportive uses after assessment.
Musculoskeletal pain and stiffness
Headache or migraine support
Stress, sleep and wellbeing support
Selected digestive or lifestyle-related symptoms
Not every modality is right for every patient.
A consultation determines clinical suitability, treatment combination and expected review points. Results vary.