Lily Lai

read moreI've been in clinical practice offering acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in Hertfordshire for the last 15 years. My specialism is in offering natural solutions to health problems and I'm passionate about helping women, men and children achieve their best when it comes to health. Patients consistently value the whole-systems approach to health that I incorporate into each treatment and the attention to detail I provide to every patient. I'm an advocate for integrative medicine and am proud to have built a reputation over the years as a trusted expert in the field who works closely and collaboratively with other healthcare practitioners.

read moreAcupuncture is one of the most widely practiced complementary medical treatments in the UK and has been recognised by the World Health Organisation and other leading organisations for its wide-ranging benefits. It is becoming increasingly popular as a natural, drug-free approach for common complaints such as back pain and migraines. Besides traditional acupuncturists like Lily, acupuncture is also provided by GPs, physiotherapists, nurses and midwives alongside modern medicine within the NHS and private sector.

read moreCupping involves the suction of a glass cup, performed by creating a vacuum with a flame before being placed on the body. During a cupping treatment, the skin's pores are opened and the warming and dispersing effects result in a profoundly increased local blood supply to muscles and skin. We recommend cupping where the treatment priority is to release tension such as in painful conditions and in areas of muscular rigidity. We also follow traditional methods in China and use cupping to boost the immune system such as for respiratory conditions and to protect from coughs and colds during the winter months.

read moreOur clinic is situated in The Cottage on the Ashlyns Hall Estate in the outskirts of Berkhamsted in Hertfordshire and provides a tranquil, traditional and welcoming setting for your consultation and treatment. All treatments take place at The Cottage within Ashlyns Hall estate within Becky Aston Physiotherapy clinic. If using satellite navigation, please enter 'Becky Aston Physiotherapy' as your destination. Continue along the driveway up to the estate, going past Fledglings Children's Nursery and Ashlyns B&M Care Home.

read moreChinese herbs have been part of healthcare in China for many centuries and it remains actively used in the UK and in other countries in East Asia such as China, Taiwan and Hong Kong. Over 400 plants are used in Chinese herbal medicine and although this includes commonly known herbs such as cinnamon, ginger, mint and goji berry, we prescribe many others that are less well known in the UK. Before prescribing Chinese herbal medicine, a full health consultation is firstly carried out with you to discuss your key concerns and any relevant medical conditions that may be affecting the symptoms that you're seeking help with.