Traditional Chinese Acupuncture
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an ancient tried and tested treatment from China, dating back more than 2500 years. Single-use, sterile needles are inserted carefully into the body at specific points chosen for their therapeutic effect. Once the needles are in place the patient usually rests for about 20 minutes to allow the body time to respond to the messages it is getting.
The BAcC website has lots of information on the many conditions Acupuncture may be beneficial for:
https://acupuncture.org.uk/about-acupuncture/acupuncture-research/evidence-a-z/
Acupuncture can treat both acute and chronic conditions. NICE guidelines have recommended Acupuncture as an option to treat people with chronic pain:
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture can be used to treat both acute and chronic conditions. I provide safe and professional treatments that will look to address the symptoms and the root cause of your condition as well as discussing any life style advice that is relevant to you.
Why do people come for Acupuncture?
I am a member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) which is the UK's leading self-regulatory body for the practice of Acupuncture. When performed by a fully qualified practitioner Acupuncture is safe and has very few side effects. Most people find treatment relaxing and calming.
Some people come to Acupuncture as a first point of call to help with their health issues, some come as a last resort having not found help elsewhere and others come to maintain their health. Whatever you are considering coming for please get in touch to discuss with me how I can help.
- Sciatica
- Sleep Issues
- Depression
- Migraine
- Period Pain
- Stress
- Menopausal Issues
- Digestive Issues
- Fertility Issues
- Anxiety
- Parkinsons
- Back Pain
What should I expect at my first treatment?
Your first session will be up to an hour in length as this allows for a full history to be taken and an initial treatment to be given. There will be some paperwork to fill in too. Your pulse will be taken on both wrists and your tongue observed as this forms part of the picture of your current health.
*Please bring a list of your current medication if applicable.
Once we have discussed your current and past health you will be invited to settle on the couch. Fine, sterile single-use needles are placed in specific points on your body, often the arms and legs but can also be in other places too. Patients rarely find needles painful and often don't feel the needles are in. Needles are usually left in for about 20 minutes whilst you rest.
The needles will be removed and you will pay for your treatment. We will discuss your treatment plan and book any follow-up appointments needed. You may feel more tired for the rest of the day and should rest if you can. Many patients find treatment deeply relaxing and can feel calmer and more balanced afterwards. When performed by a qualified practitioner Acupuncture is safe and has virtually no side effects.
Initial Consultation £60
Continuation Appointment £50
Heathcote Acupuncture @ Wakefield Osteopaths
Your Practitioner:
Catherine Heathcote
BsC(Hons), MBAcC
Member of The British Acupuncture Council
Professional Diploma in Acupuncture
BsC Honours Degree in Acupuncture
CPD in Menopause
CPD in Fertility and IVF support
CPD in MSK
My interest in Acupuncture started over ten years ago when I went for treatment myself and I was so amazed to see that it helped me! So I started to read books about it and was very interested in finding out more. This led me to look into courses I could take and so began my journey of becoming an Acupuncturist.
I studied for three years at the Northern College of Acupuncture in York and was awarded a Professional Diploma in Acupuncture. I also achieved a First Class BsC Honours Degree in Acupuncture from London South Bank University. I am primarily trained in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) style of Acupuncture.
I am fully licensed with Wakefield Council and am a member of the British Acupuncture Council, the leading self-regulatory body for the practice of traditional acupuncture in the UK.
I have completed Post Graduate Training in Acupuncture for Fertility and IVF support and am now a member of the Acupuncture Fertility Network.
https://www.acupuncture-fertility.org
Call Wakefield Osteopaths today to book your treatment with Catherine.
For more information please visit: www.heathcoteacupuncture.co.uk
To make an appointment at Wakefield Osteopaths please call 01924 369077