Developed in ancient China, acupuncture has been providing relief to people for thousands of years. Although many people in the Western world have heard of it and have some idea of what a treatment consists of, it has only become widely available in the UK over the last 40 years.
Western science struggles to describe how acupuncture works but its benefits are widely accepted by the medical community. Some NHS Hospitals offer clinics for pain relief following surgery, and many GPs can provide a level of treatment that can aid a range of ailments. However, the style of acupuncture offered in these settings usually only provides short-term relief as they focus only on the symptoms that are immediately apparent.
The style of acupuncture available at Creative Health Centre takes a different approach. It is called Five Element Acupuncture (also known as the Leamington style, after J.R. Worsley established the College of Traditional Acupuncture in the town) and recognises that many physical and mental conditions can stem from an underlying imbalance in the energies that flow through us. If there is too much or too little, or if the flow is impeded it can result in anything from migraines or physical aches and pains to stress or even depression.
Even if you have no particular complaint, acupuncture is often a relaxing and energising experience and can help you achieve a greater sense of overall well-being.
We have been providing acupuncture in Leamington for over a decade and have three fully qualified acupuncturists that are more than willing to talk to you about how you might benefit from treatment. Appointment times are flexible and include weekends and evenings, so give us a ring or get in touch via our contact form.
For more information
Visit the British Acupuncture Council’s website at www.acupuncture.org.uk for more information including the latest acupuncture news and research. If you would like to know more about J.R. Worsley and the Five Element Acupuncture that he brought to Leamington Spa, and from there to much of the Western world, there is a more in-depth article here (the link will open in a new window or tab).