On my trip to Brighton, I randomly ended up with (what felt like) a pinched nerve in my middle…read moreback. It was causing a muscle spasm bad enough to make me scream about every 10 minutes. I can't even begin to explain how awful it was... and after about 24 hours of torture, I desperately searched for an acupuncturist. Since the only review for this place was written by someone who obviously knew nothing about acupuncture (WTF does chiropractic have to do with Chinese medicine?!) and didn't even use their services, I didn't let it deter me. Thank goodness for that! The woman running the place (I did not get her name) was very loud, and I wasn't positive she understood what I was trying to explain. It nearly caused me to leave, but I'm so, so glad I didn't. I have a lot of experience receiving acupuncture, and I know when someone knows what they're doing. And, to make a long story short, my pain was completely gone after that one session and ***has not returned***! It is a few weeks later now, and I have not had a single spasm! I cannot believe how effective this session was. She is a miracle worker! Even my very talented acupuncturist back home was impressed. If you have back pain especially, do not hesitate coming here. I would have paid triple what I did for this service. She is an amazing healer and comes with my highest recommendation.

After hearing how much it would eventually cost me to straighten out my back at Sundial, and…read morebecause I was still in the area and wanting resolve I heading out The Chinese Medicine Centre. They don't offer any actual Chiropractor work but the owner reeled off a list of other treatments that they seemed to think were all appropriate to my pains. I personally couldn't see how Acupuncture or Herbal Medicine would do any good. Seeing as though I was there though I did pick up some Green Tea, which medicinal values have calmed down even the most irate of my housemates at times

I first started ging to Denise for treatment back in November; I'd been suffering from glandular…read morefever for the past eight months and I'd recently been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome which caused a great deal of pain. I immediately felt really at ease in Denise's company and found her warm and down-to-earth approach really appealing. We focused the first few treatments on boosting my energy levels, and I found that not only did I have more physical energy, but I also felt much more creative and inspired in my work. Friends and family noticed that my eyes and skin became brighter and my mind sharper, which were added benefits! Since then I've been having regular treatments but I've recently needed less as my strength returns. The abdominal pain I had from the PCOS has lessened considerably too and I feel much more positive about life in general. I find acupuncture hugely restorative and I would highly recommened going for treatment with Denise!

I went along to Wu Di's new clinic on Portland Road, Hove after receiving a recommendation from a…read morefriend. I had various symptoms that were bothering me and it was good to be able to see Wu Di and discuss them all and treat the whole rather than just 1 symptom. I have been seeing Wu Di for about 6 months now and I am very happy with how my symptoms have reduced or even disappeared. I am a much more balanced and healthy person now. Most of my treatment is through a special tea made specifically for me and I have the occasional top-up of acupuncture and massage. I have found Wu Di to be very knowledgeable, professional and kind and I would highly recommend going to see him if you are seeking help with a health problem.

For legitimate Chinese medicine this is the place to go. Offering a plethora of herbal remedies,…read moreHerbal Kingdom has everything from Ginseng tea bags to Goji Berry tablets. As Chinese medicine does have its dark side, it's necessary to say that Herb Kingdom don't offer anything unethical such as dried seahorses or stingrays' tails etc. Of course, the products are selected with the UK market in mind so don't worry about getting confused because the staff will be more than happy to answer any questions. They also offer acupuncture and traditional Chinese massage for those in need of something a little more physical. Obviously it's worth doing a bit of research before wandering in but even if you haven't been recommended a treatment, their experienced Chinese doctors will be able to suggest something worthwhile.

I' first met Fiona as she was completing her final year of training as an acupuncturist and have…read morenow been seeing her for over 10 years. I've tried various other practitioners as my work quite often takes me away from the UK and Fiona's practice; I have not found anyone else that compares to Fiona. She has helped me with combating reconstructive knee surgery, grief & depression. I obviously rate Fiona as I travel 60 miles for a treatment at least once a month and have recommended her to numerous family and friends. The system of acupuncture Fiona uses is customised specifically to treat the patient and is not the formulaic version often found in the high street clinics or used by National Health professionals. this is the "Classic" system of Chinese accupuncture.

Ever had the feeling you're being pimped? You'll feel right…read moreat home at Dr & Herbs then! As the title implies, Dr & Herbs is a national chain that specialises in acupuncture and chinese herbs. The consultants are well trained and can recommend a mix of powerful herbs or herbs and acupuncture for every ailment from migraines and irritable bowel syndrome to backache. The problem is, it doesn't seem to matter how simple or complicated your syndromes are. The rule of thumb for all new patients seems to be that you have to sign up for a minimum of six to ten acupuncture sessions. Aside from the small matter of some people not being able to afford six to ten sessions, the amount of pressure the consultants put on people to sign up there and then is rude and shocking. Somebody should let them know - stress and pressure are never therapeutic!

I have been a patient of Nicky's for over three years and am honestly astonished at the vast range…read moreof health problems she is able to confidently and effectively treat. I've seen other acupuncturists before and have always found it nice for general well-being (stress, sleep issues, stiffness in the body from too much computer work). Her electro-acupuncture treatment approach stands out. She is particularly good at investigating beyond the surface problem to working out the real cause so the patient can make changes in habits and they don't have to keep coming back for the same thing. The use of electrodes is quite pleasant and seems to speed recovery so you need fewer sessions. You also get good guidance on a healthy diet for your type according to Chinese medicine that helps to boost energy. Nicky has helped me overcome everything from heavy colds, sprained and puffy ankles, MS symptoms and even a veruca! All this has been very impressive but what has been truly life changing is that I have m had the confidence to give up medicines that were making me feel very ill and ironically contributed to the deterioration of how I walk. This confidence that acupuncture can support me far more effectively than pharmaceuticals has come gradually. My main regret is that I didn't realise this earlier in life. My fears of getting ill were causing me to take medicines that gave me a long list of unnecessary new health problems to deal with! Acupuncture is natural yet seems powerful and very preside in how it works. I'm no longer willing to put toxic chemicals into my body when the doctors dint really understand what is going on as the body does it's best to deal with them.

I have been suffering from persistent rhinitis for the past couple of years. Never had allergies in…read moremy life, yet this was affecting my day to day life, my mood and my sleep. I went to my GP about 18 months ago and was prescribed antihistamine pills and steroid nasal sprays. I even was referred to the hospital which I attended three times and the result was....keep taking what your GP has given you! Nothing was really working even if I was taking the highest dosage of antihistamine, using the nasal sprays and doing nasal douches religiously. The last straw was when about 3 months ago I went back to the GP who prescribed me a drug that is normally given to patients with very strong asthma and the pharmacist told me that she was surprised I had been prescribed such a strong medicine for rhinitis and she went one to mention a long list of very bad side effects! I refused to take this drug and decided I had to look for some other solution that was not western medicine as I was filling my body with chemicals that were doing absolutely nothing for my condition. That's when a colleague at work suggested acupuncture and Nicky. I have had three treatments and I can finally breathe!!! I can taste food again, I can sleep, my mood and energy levels have improved dramatically! Three treatments was all it took! I went back yesterday nonetheless and will keep going for follow up treatments or whenever needed but I am overwhelmed by the positive results in just over a month. I should have gone to see Nicky much earlier instead of taking all the medicines I was ingesting. I can't recommend acupuncture and Nicky enough. It truly works, it's not painful and Nicky is a fantastic and knowledgeable professional.

I went to see Rick for an acupuncture treatment in desperation, after 6 weeks of terrible nausea…read moreand vomiting in early pregnancy. I did not want to resort to prescription pills and had heard good things about the effects of acupuncture on morning sickness. It worked and I would highly recommend him to anyone else!