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At Monkman Physiotherapy we are fully qualified to provide acupuncture as part of our physiotherapy treatment plan. Acupuncture is a specialist treatment method used to help a number of different injuries and problems. Whether you have a sports injury, pain when at work, or you are unsure of the cause, acupuncture should definitely be able to help you. It is simply the insertion of needles at different points around the body to bring about desired changes as a result of the needles direct effect on the body’s tissue.
BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE
There are many documented benefits of acupuncture, however at Monkman Physiotherapy we aim to use acupuncture to do what it does best; assist with pain. This may allow you to become more mobile and improve your quality of life. Acupuncture can be extremely useful for relaxation, allowing the tension in your muscles to ease which will have a positive impact on your pain levels. There are times when acupuncture is not appropriate and you may benefit from another form of treatment.
- Reduce Pain
- Improve movement
- Regain function
- Reduce stress
TESTIMONIALS
FAQ
HOW IS ACUPUNCTURE USED IN PHYSIOTHERAPY?
Acupuncture may be used alone or in conjunction with other treatment methods within physiotherapy, this will depend on the specific condition or injury that the patient may be suffering from.
Acupuncture is occasionally used as a preferred treatment method by physiotherapists when treating certain conditions because of its limited side effects. Tom has undergone comprehensive training in acupuncture and continues to use the technique when he feels appropriate. Tom is a member of the Association of Acupuncture for Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP) which ensures that he is kept up to date with all the relevant information around acupuncture and the changes in the evidence base.
HOW LONG DO ACUPUNCTURE SESSIONS LAST?
We allow 1 hour for the first initial assessment and the follow up sessions will last 45 minutes. The content of each session may vary as Tom always uses acupuncture as an adjunct alongside exercise and occasionally other forms of manual therapy. The time spent on the acupuncture is initially approximately 15 minutes long, these will then progress to up to 20-25 minutes depending on the patients reaction to the treatment. The number of sessions will again depend on your response to treatment and the injury that is being treated.
WHAT ARE THE CONTRAINDICATIONS/CAUTIONS WITH ACUPUNCTURE?
Due to the nature of acupuncture as a treatment tool, there are a number of contraindications and these will be discussed with you in detail before commencing treatment. Contraindications to acupuncture include:
- Certain points are avoided in patients who are pregnant.
- Avoid treating a patient who has a strong fear of needles.
- Avoid treating a patient who is extremely restless or nervous.
- Patients who have a metal allergy.
There are a number of cautions that need to be made when using acupuncture and these will be discussed in detail at your first assessment. These cautions include:
- Patients who have had prolonged oral steroid use.
- Patients who are tired and hungry.
- Certain points need to be avoided with patients who take blood thinning medications.
- Extra care needs to be taken with patients who suffer from HIV or hepatitis.
- Drowsiness
- Previous fainting episodes or patients who suffer from syncope.
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