Appointments £85 per hour
Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Cotswolds, Swindon & Lechlade
Hey there, I'm Andy. I'm a huge believer that Chinese medicine is the art and science of healing that addresses the mind, body and spirit. As an experienced Acupuncture Therapist, I treat clients in Lechlade and Swindon and integrate a range of therapies to prevent and treat disease and promote optimal health.
Acupuncture can treat a lot.
It's probably best if you call me and I'll tell you if and how I can help. Chances are, I can probably do something for you. Below is a list of very common issues that acupuncture helps with:
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Sciatica
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Muscular skeletal pains
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Migraines
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Stress
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IBS
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Incontinence
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Anxiety
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Swelling/Oedema
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Hay fever and Allergic rhinitis
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Premature ejaculation
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Erectile dysfunction
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Brain fog
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Dizziness
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Fatigue
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Feeling over whelmed
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Peri-menopausal symptoms, PMS, hot flushes, menstrual pain
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Peripheral Neuropathy​​​
My acupuncture service: how I treat.
The Acupuncture modality
Chinese medicine states that; where there is stagnant Qi, there illness in the body.
Therefore, the purpose of acupuncture is, with the application of hair-thin needles, to move the Qi.
Be it from one place where Qi is in excess, or to another place where Qi is deficient.
The needle is used to ‘fill’ or ‘empty’ the point as the practitioner deems necessary to continue the flow of Qi around the body.
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Moxibustion.
Moxa is a herb, Chinese mugwort. When burn releases infra-red heat. Moxa is burnt on or next to the skin to move Qi. It is very effective against cold/deficient conditions.
Cupping is used against excess conditions. The glass or plastic vessels adhere to the skin by inducing a vacuum in the vessel, drawing skin into the cup and leaving temporary circular marks on the skin.
Cupping is well known for relaxing tight muscles, but is beneficial for moving Qi and blood that is in excess as well as toxins in the body. It can be also in the early stages of the common cold.
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FAQs
What to expect from acupuncture with Andy
If you're new to acupuncture or exploring a natural way to ease pain, improve mobility or balance stress, you're in the right place. I’ve answered the most common questions below so you know exactly what to expect before booking your first session.
Does Acupuncture hurt?
I need you to feel something. Maybe a dull ache, a feeling of heat, a muscle twitch... something.
Help! I've pulled a muscle in my back! can you help me?
If you can get to me (and preferably make it up the stairs to my treatment room), then Yes.
I'm VERY confident that I can help you!
I don't like needles, can you still help me?
That does narrow the scope of treatment, but it don't make treating you impossible for me, it may just take longer.
Best think you can do is call me and we can talk about it.
I don't like needles, can you still help me?
That does narrow the scope of treatment, but it don't make treating you impossible for me, it may just take longer.
Best think you can do is call me and we can talk about it.
I have Peripheral Neuropathy, by GP suggested acupuncture. Can you help me?
Short answer, Yes. a few years ago I treated my Mum for PN, it took a while, with dietary changes and research. But we got there.
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How long does it take to see results?
That depends on your issues. If you come to me with a list, we will probably focus on what I know I can treat quickly and /or what will give you a better quality of life, now.
If your issues are chronic, then it will probably take longer for the changes in the body to occur.
In such cases I advise around 6 sessions to start with, observe changes to how the body feels after the session.
I may do something different in your next treatment, there is probably a few ways to treat your issue.
Reviews
What My Patients Say
"I began as an acupuncture client for Andy nearly a year ago. In that time, my overall health has significantly improved. Andy's approach to acupuncture is with an acute understanding of how my body responds to the treatment which he carefully plans for each session. He also has included some useful lifestyle suggestions which has helped my body stay on track between sessions. As an acupuncturist, Andy is empathetic and professional. I highly recommend him and will continue to see him in the future. "
Contact me for times:
Private Clinic.
Blunsdon St Andrew.
Swindon.
Wiltshire. SN25 2EY.
Every Tuesday 5pm -7pm
​The Health Box.
Market Square.
Lechlade. GL7 3AA