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 here. A combination of these techniques may be used to restore the bodies natural energetic balance.
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, near 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, and Basingstoke. Tel: 07585022787
Katherine is fully vaccinated and safety measures are in place within the clinic including masks, ventilation and cleanliness.