Acupuncture with Nora Henry

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Traditional Chinese acupuncture is an ancient healing art that offers comprehensive medical care and is used to restore, promote and maintain good health. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) uses more methods to treat individuals than the most commonly-known method of using needles. Some of the techniques it incorporates are better-known than others.

Needles

Very fine, sterile, disposable, single-use needles are inserted into specific points of the body, see more info on the Treatment page.

Electro-acupuncture

If suitable, a small electrical charge is sent through the needles, to increase the intensity of the treatment.

Moxibustion

If needed, a heated herb (mugwort) is placed directly onto a needle or used in roll form, to nourish and warm the area. It is not used directly on the skin.

Cupping

Special glass cups are used when necessary to create a vacuum, causing suction, over particular areas, increasing the blood-flow to that area.

Tui Na massage

This form of Chinese acupressure massage can be used to move blocked energy.

Acupressure

Acupressure is a non-invasive treatment often used for children. It can be reinforced by using special skin 'rollers' that do not pierce the skin.

Dietary and lifestyle advice are also integral elements of the individual treatment plan that Chinese Medicine offers. Acupuncture has become a more accepted aid to health in the UK. It is increasingly used and advocated by the National Health System (NHS). 2008 saw the World Health Organisation (WHO) call for the integration of traditional acupuncture into national health systems. The British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) is working towards the statutory regulation of acupuncture in the UK from 2010.