Acupuncture Birstall

What is medical acupuncture?

Acupuncture is an ancient form of alternative medicine originating in China. Thin needles varying in sizes are inserted into acupoints, the body lesions reflex points. Acupuncture aims to balance and improve the flow of a person’s “qi” or life force energy, improve vitality, blood circulation, and restore the body’s natural balance. MSK Osteopath and Acupuncture Birstall offer this alternative medical practice.

In treating chronic pains through medical acupuncture, stimulation of specific acupoints has an inhibitory influence on pain, and acupuncture works by modulating endorphin levels through the inactivation of the source of pain. Essentially, medical acupuncture alleviates theawareness of pain, bringing much-needed relief to those who suffer from it.

Medical acupuncture is highly recommended for those suffering chronic neck and back pain, fibromyalgia, temporomandibular joint disorder, and osteoarthritis.

Avin Patel, a Birstall acupuncturist, has completed his training at the British Medical Acupuncture Society. He has spent over 13 years as a medical acupuncturist, osteopath, and specialist of sports and exercise medicine.

ACUPUNCTURE IS GOOD FOR:

Chronic pain such as neck pain
Muscle pain
Arthritis

Joint pain
Fibromyalgia
Minor sports injuries

FAQs

What sort of problems can acupuncture be used for?

Three quarters of all people will get some benefit from medical acupuncture treatment. They may lose their pain completely, or they may find it is much improved. Unfortunately, about a quarter of patients do not seem to respond to acupuncture, and we can never guarantee results

Is acupuncture safe?

Provided you are under the care of a medical doctor, acupuncture does seem to be a very safe treatment. Some patients may experience bruising, may feel faint, or may feel very tired following treatment. However, acupuncture has less side effects than many drug treatments and most people experience no problems at all.

Do the needles hurt?

Many people are worried about this, but acupuncture is usually almost painless. The needles are very thin, and most patients are surprised at how little they can feel. It is normal to feel a slight prick as the needle is inserted. After that you may feel a warm, heavy sensation around the needle – this is usually quite pleasant.

What exactly will happen when I come for acupuncture?

The doctor will find out more about your pain by asking questions and by examining you. You can discuss the treatment, and if you decide to try it, a few small needles will be inserted and left in place for a few minutes. The needles will usually be inserted around the area where you feel pain, but some needles may also be placed in your hands or feet. Some doctors place small needles in the ear. Sometimes the doctor will twiddle the needles. Occasionally, your doctor may advise you to have electro-acupuncture, where a small and painless electric current is passed across the needles. Very occasionally your doctor may use Moxa treatment – where herbs are burned to warm the needles.

How many treatments will I need, and how often?

You may find you feel very relaxed and sleep better following your first treatment. However, it may take several treatments before you notice much real improvement. Treatments are normally given at weekly intervals, although your doctor may advise more or less time between treatments. If you have not noticed any recovery after 3 treatments your doctor may feel that you are unlikely to respond and may advise you to stop your acupuncture treatment. Most people need between 3 to 8 treatments, and some people need to return for regular “top up” treatments every few months.

How does acupuncture actually work?

We now have a much better understanding of how acupuncture works, although there are many things we still don’t understand. More research is needed. We know that acupuncture stimulates the release of natural pain killing chemicals within your body. These are released in several areas of your body – around the needles, in your spinal cord where the nerves run, and in your brain. Acupuncture also causes the release of other natural substances in your body which promote healing and aid recovery.

PRICES

Medical acupuncture (1st session)

£ 60.00

Medical acupuncture (follow-up sessions)

£ 45.00

MSK Osteopath

Offers emergency appointments in the evenings, Saturdays and Sundays.

To enquire further call us on

07739828664

Leicester Osteopathy Clinic

Avin has an osteopathy clinic in Leicester which operates from The Thurmaston Health Centre. The Thurmaston Surgery is located off the Melton Road. The MSK clinic is one of the leading Leicester Osteopathy clinics.

Uppingham Osteopathy Clinic

Avin's primary Uppingham Osteopathy clinic is at The Uppingham Surgery. Most patients that he sees at the surgery are registered here. You do not need to registered at The Uppingham Surgery to make an appointment.

Wigston Osteopathy Clinic

Avin has an osteopathy clinic in Leicester which operates from The Two Steeples Medical Centre. The Wigston Clinic is located near Wigston College. MSK Osteopathy clinics treat over 100 people per week.

Oakham Osteopathy Clinic

Avin has an osteopathy and acupuncture clinic in Oakham which operates from Langrick and Coe, 6 Church Street, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6AA.

Enderby Osteopathy Clinic

Avin has an osteopathy and acupuncture clinic in Enderby which operates from The Enderby Medical Centre, Shortridge Lane, Enderby, Leicester, LE19 4LY. The The MSK clinic is one of the leading Leicester Osteopathy clinics.