Acupuncture involves the insertion of sterilized needles into specific areas of the body. Acupuncture can be used in to treat a wide variety of ailments, but our physiotherapists are specifically trained to use acupuncture for the relief of pain associated with sports injuries, Menopause Symptoms and musculoskeletal conditions.
Until recently, it was widely believed that the beneficial effects of acupuncture were due to placebo. Scientific studies have consistently shown that "believers" and "non-believers" are equally likely to experience pain relief from the insertion of acupuncture needles and that acupuncture needles stimulate the body to produce its own anti-inflammatory and painkilling substances.
The pain relief following acupuncture varies between individuals from nothing at all to complete resolution of symptoms. Some patients may have immediate results whilst for others it may take more time before they see the benefits. It is widely accepted that a minimum of 4 sessions should be tried to determine if there is going to be a beneficial effect.
We offer acupuncture as part of our standard physiotherapy treatment within The IPS clinics. If you specifically wish to have acupuncture, please let us know when you book an appointment so we can ensure you see one of our physiotherapists who are able to perform this treatment.
We have a number of physiotherapists who are very experienced in using acupuncture to treat Sports Injuries and Musculoskeletal Conditions.
Kim is a Chronic Pain Specialist and has a Masters Degree in Acupuncture, as well as a Degree in Physiotherapy. As well as treating patients interested in utilising her acupuncture knowledge. She has also served on the committee for the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists. Kim is also trained as an expert witness in physiotherapy and acupuncture.
View ProfileInformation: This acupuncture appointment option is appropriate for a patient with a Musculoskeletal (MSK)/Orthopaedic injury or condition, who has not previously attended IPS Physiotherapy for Acupuncture, or is a patient returning with an injury or condition that has not been assessed or treated by one of our acupuncture Physiotherapists before.
Time: 45 Minutes
Cost: £75.00
Information: This acupuncture appointment option is appropriate for a patient with a Musculoskeletal (MSK)/Orthopaedic injury or condition, who has previously attended IPS Physiotherapy for Acupuncture
Time: 30 Minutes
Cost: £50.00
Information: This booking option is appropriate if you are considering Acupuncture for a health issue that is not of a Musculoskeletal origin primarily and have not been previously assessed by our IPS Acupuncture Specialist for the same condition. Specialised Acupuncture for Bell's/Facial Palsy and pain, Menopause Symptoms, Allergies (Hay fever), Headaches/Migraine and complex/chronic pain conditions is provided by IPS Acupuncture Specialist Kim Eldridge.
Time: 45 Minutes
Cost: £75.00
Information: This booking option is appropriate if you are considering Acupuncture for a health issue that is not of a Musculoskeletal origin primarily and have been previously assessed by our IPS Acupuncture Specialist for the same condition. Specialised Acupuncture for Bell's/Facial Palsy and pain, Menopause Symptoms, Allergies (Hay fever), Headaches/Migraine and complex/chronic pain conditions is provided by IPS Acupuncture Specialist Kim Eldridge.
Time: 30 Minutes
Cost: £50.00
We want to ensure that all of our patients receive the information they need to make an informed decision about their Treatment. If you have any questions or if you require assistance with anything, please let us know.
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