Acupuncture involves the use of very fine, sterile needles which are inserted into the skin at specific points on the body.
Chinese medicine however, also uses a number of other different techniques shown below. A combination of these techniques may be used to restore the bodies natural energetic balance.
How many treatments will I need ?
Initially it is recommended that you come weekly for 4 to 6 weeks.
Sometimes the longer you have had the disease the more work is required.
Chronic conditions can take longer than acute conditions.
Retraining and realigning the body takes time. Generally the people who come the most get the best results.
Lots of people come regularly once a month even after they feel better to maintain their wellbeing.
Acupuncture needles are very fine and are chosen according to the effect they will have. The widest needle I use is 0.35mm
Very fine needle are inserted into specific points on the body. These are sterilised, single-use, stainless steel needles.
Moxibustion involves the use of the warming herb Artemisia.
The micro system of the outer ear can be needled in the same way the rest of the body can be.
Guasha involves gently rubbing the surface of the skin.
Cupping involves using suction on the surface of the skin to lift and release the fascia
The acupuncture clinic is located in Woolton Hill, just on the edge of Newbury, on the border between Hampshire and West Berkshire. Clients come from Thatcham, Hungerford, Didcot, Abingdon, Winchester, Wantage, Witney and Shaftsbury. It is within reach of Southampton, Oxford, Wokingham, and Swindon, Portsmouth, Whitchurch, Reading, Bracknell, Salisbury, Andover, Tadley and Basingstoke.
Tel: 07585022787
Katherine is fully vaccinated and safety measures are in place within the clinic including masks, ventilation and cleanliness.