Acupuncture Care

Acupuncture is a safe, gentle and evidence-informed therapy that has been used for thousands of years to support the body's natural healing processes. In traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture is understood as a method for regulating the flow of qi (chi)- the body’s vital energy- through pathways known as medians. When the flow of qi becomes disrupted, it is believed to contribute to pain or imbalance. By placing fine needles at specific points along these meridians, acupuncture aims to restore health energy flow and support the body’s natural ability to rebalance.

At The Chiro Studio, acupuncture is often used alongside chiropractic care to help reduce pain, ease muscle tension and support recovery. Every treatment is tailored to your individual needs and health goals.

How Can Acupuncture Help?

Acupuncture may be beneficial for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and can be used to help manage a variety of health conditions:

• Neck and back pain

• Headaches and migraines

• Muscle tightness and tension

• Sports injuries

• Joint pain

• Shoulder pain

• Hip and knee pain

• Sciatica

• Stress and tension-related symptoms

• Digestion

• Anxiety

• Chronic pain

• Sleep

• Energy

• General health & wellbeing

• Pregnancy & Inducing labour and supporting optimal fetal positioning

Your practitioner will complete a thorough assessment to determine whether acupuncture is appropriate for your condition and will discuss your treatment options with you.

What to Expect During Treatment

Your appointment begins with a discussion about your symptoms, health history and treatment goals. Based on your assessment, your practitioner will select acupuncture points specific to your needs.

The needles used are extremely fine, much thinner than those used for injections - and most people experience little to no discomfort during insertion. Once the needles are in place, you'll relax for around 15–30 minutes while the treatment takes effect. Many people find acupuncture deeply relaxing and leave feeling calm, refreshed and more comfortable.

Acupuncture may be used on its own or as part of an integrated treatment plan alongside chiropractic care, soft tissue therapy and rehabilitation exercises to help optimise your recovery.

Moxibustion

Moxibustion is a traditional therapy that is sometimes used alongside acupuncture. It involves the gentle application of heat using dried mugwort (known as moxa) over specific acupuncture points or areas of the body.

The soothing warmth is used to encourage circulation, relax muscles and support the body's natural healing response. Moxibustion is a comfortable treatment that many patients find deeply relaxing and can be particularly beneficial for people who feel cold, experience muscular stiffness or require additional warming of an area during treatment.

Your practitioner will let you know if moxibustion is appropriate for your treatment and will explain the process before beginning.