Specialist physiotherapists often use acupuncture as a treatment method to manage pain and inflammation, and as a means of stimulating the body’s own healing chemicals, in order to aid recovery and enhance rehabilitation.

Acupuncture within physiotherapy is implemented in accordance with clinical and research evidence. Western medical acupuncture was later derived from Traditional Chinese Medicine [TCM] which is an ancient system of medicine which dates as far back as 1000BC. TCM founded the concept of treating specific points along the body where unseen energy pathways could be stimulated with a needle to effect energy (qi) within the body in order to support the body back to optimal health.  

In order for the body to work in harmony there are a number of systems which must be healthy and well balanced. Acupuncture treatments can aid in restoring the body back to health (homeostasis). This is achieved by your clinician understanding your medical history in order to prescribe a treatment plan to treat the source of imbalance with the correct acupuncture points. 

The body has an innate ability to self repair. the use of Acupuncture, Acupressure or Electro-Acupuncture enhances these natural self repair mechanisms to enhance recovery and improve repair timeframes. Acupuncture also works in conjunction with other physiotherapy modalities, such as exercise and conditioning. (AACP 2024)

All our therapists offering acupuncture will be trained to the AACP (Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists) level. As well as complete additional acupuncture CPD courses to enhance their knowledge and skills.

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