Acupuncture in Bath
Personalised acupuncture that begins with listening carefully, understanding the wider picture and tailoring treatment to you.
Acupuncture has its roots in East Asian medicine and involves the insertion of very fine, sterile, single-use needles at carefully selected points on the body.
No two people arrive with exactly the same story. I take time to understand what you are experiencing, your health history and what may be influencing how you feel. Your treatment is then planned around you—not simply around the name of a condition.
My training incorporates Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Element acupuncture, alongside further training in neurological, sports and scalp acupuncture. Where appropriate, I may also discuss practical aspects of nutrition and lifestyle, while working alongside any conventional healthcare you are receiving.
A thoughtful, individual approach
What treatment may involve
Each appointment begins with a conversation about how you have been feeling and anything that has changed since your previous visit. I may also use traditional diagnostic methods, including observing the tongue and feeling the pulse, to help guide your treatment.
Depending on your individual needs, treatment may include body acupuncture, scalp or auricular points, electroacupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, gua sha or gentle acupressure. I will always explain what I am recommending so that you can decide what feels comfortable for you.
Once the needles are in place, you will usually have time to rest quietly. Many people find this part of the appointment calm and unhurried.
What to expect
Before you come
Please eat normally before your appointment and wear loose, comfortable clothing where possible. Bring details of any medication, supplements and relevant medical information.
Your first appointment
Your initial appointment lasts approximately 90 minutes. We will discuss your current concerns, health history and the wider factors that may be affecting how you feel. This is followed by an acupuncture treatment tailored to you.
Follow-up appointments
Follow-up appointments include time to review how you have been since your previous visit and adapt your treatment accordingly. The recommended frequency will depend on your individual circumstances, and there is no requirement to commit to a fixed course.
Frequently asked questions
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Acupuncture uses very fine needles. Sensations vary: you may notice a brief prick, tingling, heaviness or a dull ache around a needle. Treatment should not feel sharply painful, so please tell me if anything feels uncomfortable and I will adjust or remove the needle.
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There is no standard number of appointments because this depends on what has brought you to treatment, how long it has been affecting you and how you respond. Following your initial consultation, I will explain what I think would be a reasonable starting point. We will review your progress regularly, and there is no requirement to commit to a fixed course.
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Acupuncture is generally used alongside conventional healthcare rather than as a replacement for it. Please tell me about any diagnoses, medication and treatment you are receiving so that I can plan your care appropriately. You should not stop or alter prescribed medication without discussing it with the healthcare professional responsible for your treatment.
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Loose, comfortable clothing is ideal, particularly clothing that can be rolled above the elbows and knees. Depending on the areas being treated, you may occasionally need to remove an item of clothing. Your privacy and comfort will always be respected, and I will explain what is needed before treatment begins.
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Yes. I use pre-sterilised, single-use acupuncture needles. Each needle is used once and disposed of immediately after treatment in an approved clinical sharps container.
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Acupuncture can be adapted for many people, but it may not always be appropriate or may require additional precautions. Please let me know if you are pregnant, take anticoagulant medication, have a bleeding disorder, use a pacemaker or other implanted electrical device, are receiving cancer treatment, or have recently experienced a significant change in your health. Where necessary, I may adapt the treatment or recommend that you speak with your GP or specialist first.
Considering acupuncture?
Book an initial consultation, or get in touch if you would like to ask a question before deciding whether acupuncture feels right for you.