Chronic health
Physical Pain, for acute and chronic issues
Acupuncture treats the underlying cause of pain as well as the symptoms, which makes it effective for both long-standing and recent conditions. Acting early matters, because untreated acute pain can turn into a chronic problem over time.
- Back & neck pain
- Joint & knee pain
- Shoulder tension
- Sciatica
- Arthritis
- Sports injuries
How can acupuncture help?
There is strong evidence behind acupuncture for pain. In 2009, the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence recommended acupuncture as more effective than conventional therapies for chronic back pain.
Around 8 million people in the UK live with chronic pain every day. Chronic pain is defined as any pain lasting longer than six months, or pain that continues beyond the normal healing time of an injury.
Signs of chronic pain
- Pain lasting longer than six months
- Soreness, tightness or stiffness
- Continuous pain, from mild to severe
- Burning, aching or shooting sensations
Signs of acute pain
- Pain following an injury or surgery
- Sharp or shooting pain
- Pain lasting weeks, or up to a few months
Conditions we treat
Arthritis, back pain, bursitis, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, headaches and migraines, inflammation, muscle tension, neurological conditions, rheumatism, sciatica, sporting injuries, post-stroke rehabilitation, tendonitis and disc pain.
Your journey to better health starts here
Send a free enquiry today and take the first step with a five-star acupuncturist trusted across London.