Bristol Acupuncture Practice

read moreWe are pleased to announce that we are open for the third lockdown from Jan 2021 onwards. We are practicing under the British Acupuncture Council's strict guidelines. This means things will be slightly different as there are safety measures in place and a bit more paperwork to fill in. We are using PPE and necessary protocols for a safe visit to our clinics are set up. Whilst in lockdown we have been recommending meditation, yoga and qi gong to all our patients, which are all good ways to take care of yourself in theses restricted times.

read moreDeb and Al are fully qualified and licensed Acupuncturists in Bristol. We are both members of the British Acupuncture Council. In our practice we treat all kinds of physical illnesses and offer a specialist service for people with stress, anxiety, depression, panic attacks and emotional difficulties. We have undergone further training in fertility acupuncture and often have photos sent to us of babies who, we believe, we have had a small helping hand in getting here. We met at Acupuncture College and are now married with kids.

read morePregnancy is a time when you may want to avoid taking medication and try something more natural to help with your health and vitality. At Bristol Acupuncture Practice we are experienced in treating women during pregnancy. Based on the best available research, The British Acupuncture Council says In pregnant women, acupuncture may help to relieve pain e.g. Another common symptom that you may experience when you are pregnant is being more tired than usual. This is understandable as your body is going through many changes and is creating a new life.

read moreDeb and Al specialise in treating fertility with acupuncture. We offer acupuncture for natural conception as well as alongside IVF. We also provide you with advice about lifestyle and diet, so you can be sure you are maximising your chances. As trying for a baby can often have it's stressful moments, we regularly combine fertility acupuncture with acupuncture for stress to help you relax. In this way you can focus your energy on a positive outcome, rather than worrying. Many of our patients find this aspect of treatment extremely valuable.

read moreAcupuncture really makes an enormous difference to some hay fever sufferers' lives. There is good evidence that acupuncture is better than medication at treating hayfever and it doesn't have the nasty side effects that medication can cause. I've suffered hay fever nearly all my life. After a couple of sessions with Al the improvement was amazing, and I could get on with enjoying the summer. Acupuncture for hayfever usually works very well if you start during the hayfever season. It can work even better though, if you start a month or so before your hayfever usually begins.

read moreDeb and Al have specialised in acupuncture for stress, anxiety and depression since 2003. With backgrounds in psychology and mental health work we have plenty of experience and have helped many people. I made an initial appointment to see Al seeking help for panic attacks, anxiety and extreme emotional distress. I could not recommend any therapist more highly. Our aim is that you leave your first appointment feeling much more relaxed, and that over time your strength builds. It is common that after a few treatments people begin to feel more robust and able to cope with life's ups and downs.

read moreAcupuncture can be very effective at treating sciatica. It can stop the pain, promote healing of an injured area and helps build your underlying energy or strength. Most people will feel some relief after the first treatment and many will be back to normal after 5 treatments. Some people may choose to have monthly sessions to stop the problem re-occuring. Sciatica is pain that goes from the buttock down the back or outside of the leg. It can travel right down the leg, into the ankle and foot, and as far as the toes.

read moreAcupuncture is a widely accepted form of treatment for back pain and back related injuries. It is now recognised by UK doctors as effective (NICE ). We have have a good track record of treating backs, with 12 years experience practicing acupuncture in Bristol. Primarily we use acupuncture, though we may also use other Chinese Medicine techniques, such as electro acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion and gua sha. Acupuncture can help back problems by reducing pain, reducing inflammation, improving mobility, and increasing circulation.