Japanese Acupuncture

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat a wide variety of complaints and to maintain well being.

How does it work and what effects does it have?

Acupuncture stimulates the body to heal itself. Research has shown pain relief correlates to increased endorphins in cerebrospinal fluid – showing that the body has manufactured its own ‘opiates’ for pain relief and healing. There may be changes in temperature and muscle tone. Generally there is a ‘normalising’ effect so that if a person is tense they will relax and a person who is lethargic will feel more energised.

Many people can reduce or stop their pain medications as symptoms resolve.

Acupuncture heals anyone, including animals. The million dollar race horses have acupuncture as they heal faster, without drugs ( and side effects) and they love it.

Who would benefit?

Just about anyone will feel better after acupuncture. Some people like to use it for relaxation and general wellbeing.

What conditions can be treated?

Acute and chronic pain such as neck pain and back pain, Muscle and tendon injuries, Headaches, sinusitis, hay fever,

Depression and anxiety stress, Insomnia, digestive issues, and Weight loss

Fertility and Period pain

Pregnancy: Morning sickness – very safe, no drugs. the nausea often stops or greatly reduces in the first session and usually within a few sessions.

Acupuncture has been used to turn breech babies, and for those Mums who are overdue, it may be used to bring on labor and thus avoid 'the 'drip'

Clients often alternate between Acupuncture and physio for timely and balanced recovery

Is it safe?

Lesley uses the finest Japanese needles. They are sterile and single use only. Many people are surprised at how pleasant it is. Most of the time needle insertion is painless.