Acupuncture & migraine Cirencester medical acupuncture

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 At our Cirencester clinic we offer Cotswold acupuncture pain relief treatments for migraine, built on over 26 years of experience in both hospital and private clinic settings. Over the years, I’ve helped many patients significantly reduce the frequency, intensity, and duration of their migraines—often after just a few treatments. 

 However, because acupuncture’s effects are cumulative, multiple treatments are typically recommended for lasting results—especially in more complex cases involving deeper imbalances. 

 Acupuncture is one of the most commonly used therapies for migraine headaches. Research dating back to the 1970s—when China first established diplomatic ties with the United States—has shown that acupuncture can relieve pain by stimulating the release of endorphins and monoamines, which help block pain signals in the brain.
 

Cirencester medical acupuncture offers much more than pain relief. 

It also: Regulates the endocrine and nervous systems; Stimulates the body's self-healing mechanisms; Restores internal balance to address the root causes of chronic migraines 

 In my practice, commonly used acupuncture points for migraine include Hegu, Taichong, Zulinqi, and Fengchi, among others. Many patients report noticeable relief even after a single session. However, because acupuncture’s effects are cumulative, multiple treatments are typically recommended for lasting results—especially in more complex cases involving deeper imbalances. 

 Chinese Tui Na Therapy
Tui Na, a traditional form of Chinese medical massage, can relieve tension in the neck and back—areas often linked to migraine onset. Combined with acupuncture, Tui Na enhances blood circulation and eases muscle tightness that may trigger or worsen headaches.

Chinese Herbal Medicine
Herbal therapy is a powerful and time-tested tool in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Based on a detailed diagnosis, I may prescribe custom herbal formulas to:

• Smooth Liver Qi and clear excess heat (for Liver-related migraines) 
• Strengthen Kidney and Liver energy (for migraines rooted in deficiency) 

Herbal medicine supports faster recovery, reduces the frequency and severity of migraines, and helps prevent future attacks.

Qi Gong and Tai Ji Quan
These traditional Chinese exercises are excellent self-care practices. Similar to yoga or meditation, Qi Gong promotes Qi (energy) circulation and emotional regulation—important factors in migraine prevention. Tai Ji Quan complements this by improving physical balance and reducing stress.

 Modern life’s high stress levels and irregular routines often contribute to migraines. In addition to treatment, I provide lifestyle recommendations tailored to each patient,

for example, guidance on  sleep patterns ,nutrition  and stress managementh.