Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine offer a gentle yet powerful approach to a wide range of conditions. Below you will find the areas in which we have particular clinical experience.
Acute and chronic, including disc problems, postural tension and nerve-related pain.
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis — reducing inflammation, improving mobility and easing pain.
Widespread pain, fatigue and sensitivity — a particularly responsive condition for holistic treatment.
Both prevention and acute management of migraine, tension headaches and cluster headaches.
Nerve pain radiating from the lower back — often responding well to acupuncture treatment.
Supporting recovery from muscle strains, tendinopathies and joint injuries.
Wrist and hand pain, numbness and tingling — often significantly relieved with acupuncture.
Including osteoarthritic degeneration, bursitis and post-operative recovery support.
Complex chronic pain where conventional medicine has not provided lasting relief.
From generalised anxiety to situational stress — calming the nervous system and restoring resilience.
Supporting emotional balance and energy alongside, or as a complement to, conventional care.
Difficulty falling asleep, waking in the night, or unrefreshing sleep — a common and very treatable pattern.
Persistent exhaustion that is not explained by rest — addressed through nourishing and tonifying treatment.
Alongside professional psychological support, acupuncture can be a valuable part of trauma recovery.
Ringing in the ears and dizziness — often linked to underlying patterns of imbalance that respond well to treatment.
Hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes, brain fog and sleep disturbance — natural and effective support.
Pain management, hormonal regulation and improving quality of life alongside conventional medical management.
Hormonal regulation, cycle regularity and supporting associated symptoms including skin and weight changes.
Absent, infrequent, heavy or painful periods — Chinese medicine has a rich tradition in gynaecological care.
Premenstrual tension, mood changes, bloating, breast tenderness and fatigue in the days before menstruation.
Supporting natural conception and assisting alongside IVF and other assisted reproductive technologies.
Abdominal pain, bloating, altered bowel habit — a condition where Chinese medicine can offer meaningful, lasting relief.
Heartburn, regurgitation and oesophageal discomfort — herbal medicine in particular can be very effective.
Including pregnancy-related nausea, post-operative nausea and chronic digestive upset.
Restoring healthy bowel function through individually tailored herbal and acupuncture treatment.
Supportive care for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis alongside conventional medical management.
Poor appetite, bloating after eating, slow digestion and fatigue after meals — a common pattern in Chinese medicine.
Supportive care to reduce frequency and severity of episodes alongside conventional respiratory management.
Reducing the severity of seasonal allergic rhinitis — most effective when begun before the season starts.
Year-round nasal congestion, sneezing and itching — addressing both symptoms and immune hypersensitivity.
Recurrent colds, sinusitis and chest infections — strengthening immune function for greater resilience.
Persistent cough following illness, or linked to postnasal drip, reflux or asthma.
Eczema, psoriasis, acne and urticaria — herbal medicine has a particularly rich tradition in dermatology.
Not sure if your condition is listed here? Please call for an informal chat — 07747 065296. There are many more conditions for which acupuncture and herbal medicine have a meaningful evidence base. Sue is happy to discuss whether treatment could help you.