Acupuncture

Gentle treatment to support your body and wellbeing

Acupuncture is a traditional therapy that uses very fine, sterile needles at specific points on the body. It has been used for thousands of years and is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

At Oxford Street Therapy Centre, acupuncture is provided by José Lacey Dip. Ac. MBRCP, who has been practising acupuncture since 1996.

Could acupuncture help you?

You may want to consider acupuncture if you are:

• Living with ongoing or recurring pain
• Experiencing muscle tension or physical discomfort
• Suffering from headaches or migraines
• Feeling stressed, anxious or overwhelmed
• Having difficulty sleeping or relaxing
• Looking for support with menstrual or hormonal symptoms
• Struggling with seasonal problems such as hay fever
• Looking for a holistic approach to your overall wellbeing
• Simply feeling that your body and mind could benefit from some extra support

Acupuncture can be used on its own or alongside other healthcare and therapies. Your treatment will always be tailored to you and your individual needs.

Balance matters.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, good health is associated with the smooth flow and balance of Qi — the body’s vital energy. When that balance is disrupted, we may experience pain, tension or other symptoms.

Acupuncture aims to restore balance and encourage the body’s natural ability to heal and regulate itself.

How can acupuncture help?

People choose acupuncture for many different reasons. It may be used to help manage pain, support relaxation and wellbeing, and address a range of physical and emotional concerns.

Acupuncture is commonly used alongside conventional healthcare for problems such as:

• Back, neck and shoulder pain
• Headaches and migraines
• Muscular aches and tension
• Stress and anxiety
• Sleep difficulties
• Menstrual and hormonal symptoms
• Hay fever and other seasonal symptoms
• General wellbeing and relaxation

How does acupuncture work?

Traditional Chinese Medicine describes a vital energy known as Qi, which flows through pathways in the body called meridians. According to this traditional understanding, illness or discomfort can occur when this flow becomes disrupted or unbalanced.

Acupuncture aims to restore balance and encourage the body’s natural healing processes.

From a modern healthcare perspective, research suggests that acupuncture can influence the nervous system and may stimulate the release of the body’s natural pain-relieving chemicals. Its effects can vary from person to person, and acupuncture is often used as part of a wider approach to health and wellbeing.

Treating the whole person

José takes a holistic approach, looking beyond an individual symptom to consider the person as a whole.

Your physical health, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle and circumstances can all influence how you feel. Acupuncture offers time to step away from everyday pressures, while receiving a treatment specifically tailored to your needs.

What happens during an acupuncture appointment?

Your first appointment will include a detailed consultation so that José can understand what you are experiencing and what you would like help with.

He will then create a treatment approach suited to you. The acupuncture needles are extremely fine and most people describe the treatment as relaxing, although you may feel a brief sensation when a needle is inserted.

You don’t need to understand acupuncture before your appointment — José will explain everything and answer any questions you may have.

Acupuncture at Oxford Street Therapy Centre

Whether you’re looking for support with a specific problem, managing ongoing symptoms or simply want to take some time for yourself, acupuncture may be worth exploring.

To find out whether acupuncture could be suitable for you, contact us today.