Acupuncture- Jo Smith
“Painless treatment for pain”
Jo Smith is a medically trained acupuncturist. Medically trained acupuncturists are qualified to make a diagnosis and then tailor the treatment to suit the individual.
How Does Acupuncture work?
Modern medicine studies have shown the use of Acupuncture triggers the brain to release endorphins, chemicals with pain relieving properties. Other theories propose that the fine needles used in acupuncture may block neuronal pathways and thereby prevent pain. Additional studies have shown that the insertion of acupuncture needles stimulates the brain's regulation of neurotransmitters and hormones thus affecting key systems in the body including the nervous, endocrine and immune systems.
What can Acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture is a very effective treatment used for several thousand years. It can be utilised in the treatment of:
- Pain- joint or mucle pain;-
- Frozen shoulder
- Knee Pain from Osteoarthrits or Rheumatoid arthritis
- Back Pain
- Gastric problems
- Sciatica
- Stress
- Nausea
- Tension-type headaches
- Migraine
this list is not exclusive, acupuncture can be used to treat many ailments.
What will happen during the treatment?
At each treatment you will be assessed by your practitioner,
fine needles will be inserted into the skin and typically left in position for a brief period of time.
How long will a course of treatment last?
Typically, sessions are once a week to begin with and then with longer intervals. Your progress will be assessed at all times, and, as long as you respond to the treatment, a typical course of treatment will be 5-8 sessions. If you do not respond then you will be be referred back to your G.P or specialist as appropriate.
