Acupuncture
Complementary and alternative medicine
HCA UK provides complementary and alternative medicine to treat a range of chronic disorders, including headaches.
About
Need to know
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What happens icon plus
Acupuncture can help to treat a range of chronic conditions including: headaches, tension headaches, migraines, chronic pain, neck pain, joint pain, dental pain, post-operative pain and arthritis.
Traditional acupuncture is based on the belief that a “life force” (or energy) known as “Qi” (pronounced “chee”) must flow freely through the body in order to prevent illness.
During treatment, fine needles are inserted just under the skin or into your muscle to help the body produce natural substances such as pain reducing endorphins. It is quick and non invasive. -
How to prepare icon plus
Acupuncture is a very safe procedure; however there are some risks and side effects involved. Your consultant will explain these and answer any questions you might have.
Acupuncture treatment typically takes between 20 and 40 minutes before the needles are removed, and in order to get the maximum benefit from the therapy you may need to have a course of up to 10 sessions.
During the treatment, you may be required to remove some of your clothes and you’ll usually be asked to sit or lie down. -
Afterwards icon plus
After the procedure, you should be free to go home straight away, once the consultant has assessed your condition. They will also advise you on how to best manage your ongoing treatment and pain relief and whether your usual daily routines will be affected.
Doctors specialising in acupuncture
Our locations
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London W1G 8BJ
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The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RH
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Private Care at Guy's
Great Maze Pond
London SE1 9RT
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HCA UK at Docklands
2 Upper Bank Street, Canary Wharf
London
E14 5EE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London W1G 8BJ
Book an appointment
Our team can help with any enquiries or you can make an appointment with one of our experienced consultants.
Call us today
020 7079 4344