Traditional acupuncture is used to treat people with a wide range of illnesses.
Its focus is on improving the overall wellbeing of the patient, rather than the isolated treatment of specific symptoms. The skill of an acupuncturist lies in their ability to make a traditional diagnosis from what is often a complex pattern which is unique to each individual, and so following diagnosis the acupuncturist puts together a personalised treatment plan; the number of treatments required will be advised on an individual basis at your first appointment. Acupuncture needles are extremely fine and do not usually hurt, particularly given the gentle techniques Neil Scott-Kiddie uses, though you may be aware of the sensation of energy during treatment.
According to traditional Chinese philosophy, our health is dependent on the body’s energy – known as qi – moving in a smooth and balanced way through a series of meridians (channels) beneath the skin. By inserting fine needles into the channels of energy, an acupuncturist can stimulate the body’s own healing response and help to restore its natural balance.
