Acupuncture

Benefits of Acupuncture

• Pain relief: Can help alleviate headaches, migraines, back pain, arthritis, and other forms of discomfort.

• Stress reduction: Stimulates the release of endorphins, promoting relaxation and improved mood.

• Boosted immune system: May enhance the body’s defence mechanisms by increasing white blood cell production.

• Reduced inflammation: Helps calm inflammation linked to chronic conditions.

Acupuncture is a valuable stand-alone treatment, or when used in conjunction with Osteopathy, for managing musculoskeletal pain and promoting overall wellness. Insertion of thin needles into specific points stimulates the production of natural steroids and endorphins. These substances help reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and break the cycle of discomfort.

By addressing both the physical and energetic aspects of health, acupuncture offers a safe and effective way to support recovery and enhance wellbeing.

Although both acupuncture and dry needling use fine needles, they are very different approaches:

• Acupuncture is a complete system of medicine developed over thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine. It uses a structured map of meridians and points to treat not only pain but also systemic conditions like stress, sleep issues, and digestive health. Treatments are holistic, addressing the body as a whole.

• Dry Needling is a modern technique used primarily by allied health practitioners (including osteopaths) to release tight muscle bands or “trigger points.” It is aimed at relieving local muscle tension and pain, without drawing on the traditional Chinese medicine framework.

IN SHORT:

• Acupuncture = holistic, broad applications, whole-body focus.

• Dry Needling = targeted, modern muscle release for pain relief.