Acupuncture
Tony Concannon offers weekly Acupuncture appointments in Brierley Hill, Stourbridge and Kidderminster.
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is part of an ancient and sophisticated form of medical treatment which originated in China and has, over time, spread throughout the world.
Although often described as a method of pain relief, it is in fact used to treat people with a wide range of illnesses.
Acupuncture is part of Oriental Medicine and can be used alone or combined with other forms of traditional medicine such as moxibustion, a special form of heat treatment, Tui Na, a form of Chinese manipulative therapy, Shiatsu or Acupressure, dietary therapy, herbal medicine and Qicong or Chi Kung corrective exercises for health and wellbeing.
There are no age restrictions to treatment. The elderly, young children and pregnant women can all be treated.
How does Acupuncture work?
Chinese medicine not only considers the disease symptoms, but also the age, lifestyle, physical and emotional traits and all aspects of the individual to create an overall picture of the person in order to understand and determine the pattern of disharmony or cause of the condition. In this way it seeks to treat the whole person and restore optimum health.
The stimulation of specific areas on the skin with acupuncture or acupressure, affects the functioning of certain organs in the body.
What is Acupuncture used for?
It is safe to say that there is no sick person who cannot be helped o some degree by acupuncture treatment. It is always worthwhile trying acupuncture for some conditions which have not been helped by conventional medicine. Some conditions include:
- Acne
- Anxiety
- Asthma
- Back pain
- Depression
- Ecezma
- Hay Fever
- Headaches
- Infertility
- Insomnia
- Menopause
- Migraine
- Psorasis
- Sciatica
- Sports Injuries
- Stress
- Tennis elbow
- Weight loss
Acupuncture is very effective for treating most types of pain.
What does Acupuncture treatment involve?
The initial treatment may take up to 1 hour and 30 minutes. A detailed medical history and examination of tongue and pulse will be undertaken.
The acupuncture treatment involves the insertion of extremely fine, pre-sterilised stainless steel needles at pre-determined points on the body surface to restore internal health.
Some people do not feel the application of the needles, while some feel a slight pinching sensation which only lasts for one or two seconds.
During the treatment there is often a feeling of peace or relaxation. This feeling can last for several hours but does not interfere with normal activities such as driving or working.
People often find that they sleep and concentrate more easily after treatment.
Length of Acupuncture treatment and cost
- Initial consultation approximately 1 hour 30 minutes £55
- Subsequent treatments approximately 45 to 1 hour minutes £35
- Subsequent treatments after a 12 month or more interlude, approximately 1 hour £40
- Acupuncture for smoking cessation costs £100 total for a three treatment course.
What our patients say
“The treatment was very relaxing and the advice given was useful. My skin has definitely been a lot better since the treatment and I recommend the service to colleagues.”
“The treatment received has helped me relax and understand the problems within my body.”
“Emotionally a lot clearer more focused.”
“My tiredness has gone. I’m full of energy. I feel better than I have in years.”
“Feeling less weighed down with work stress.”
“You’re a miracle worker. Five weeks at the doctors did nothing, but you cured my son in just five days. I can’t thank you enough.”
“Very beneficial treatment. It has helped me to cope with myself more positively. I feel reassured and comfortable regarding all aspects of the treatment.”
“Treatment is always effective. Helps keep free of pain.”
“I have found the acupuncture a wonderful aid.”
“I have really valued the treatment and the experience. I feel calmer and more able to take on board the demands of my job. Thanks”
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Practitioner qualifications - Tony Concannon B.Soc.Sc., Lic. Ac., MBAc.C.
Tony has been practicing Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine for over 27 years. He initially studied under a Chinese trained Medical practitioner in London.
He completed further training in acupuncture and Chinese and Western pathology at the college of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture.
Tony has since studied with various Chinese, Japanese abd Vietnamese professors and practitioners in England. He has lectured extensively on Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at various medical schools and hospitals throughout Britain.
Tony has worked closely with the medical profession and has used acupuncture in numerous hospitals for pain relief and as an analgesic in childbirth.
Tony has been a member of the British Acupuncture Council since its inception and abides by their code of ethics and safe practice.
Tony holds current Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance and a first aid certificate.
Tony Concannon
B.Soc. Sc., Lic. Ac., MBAc.C.
Registered member of the British Acupuncture Council.
Email: tony@creativehealth.co.uk
Balteg Singh
Lic. Ac., BA(Hons), MSc, MBAcC
Registered member of the British Acupuncture Council.
Email: balteg@creativehealth.co.uk