Acupuncture

Acupuncture Treatments

At Dermacia pharmacy at 260 Upper St, Islington, London N1, we have a fully trained acupuncturist who will take your history and talk through your needs to define the course of treatment. Acupuncture is one of the main forms of treatment in traditional Chinese medicine. It involves the use of sharp, thin needles that are inserted in the body at very specific points. The theory behind acupuncture is that for the body to be healthy, the qi or energy flow has to be able to move around the body without blockages. When this flow is impaired, then it can have an affect on health. By inserting fine needles at certain points along the flow, the body can be balanced and health restored. Many things can disrupt the flow of qi, bad diet, stress, overwork and physical trauma among others.

Personalised Treatments

By looking at the cause and how it affects the body, the acupuncturist can devise the most appropriate treatment for the client. Thus each Dermacia client is treated on an individual basis. Blockages in the flow of qi can show as hot or cold sensations and pain, along with changes in how you perceive colour. These signs can help the Dermacia therapist work out your personalised treatment. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends acupuncture as an effective treatment for over forty medical problems, including allergies, respiratory conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, gynaecological problems, nervous conditions, and disorders of the eyes, nose and throat, and childhood illnesses, among others. Additionally it can be used to treat pain associated with pregnancy, back pain, pre menstrual problems, sports injuries and migraines as well as help with addiction issues. Book an appointment now to talk to one of Dermacia's specialised acupuncture therapists, to arrange your personalised acupuncture therapy.