Acupuncture by Nicky
Nicky Dunn BSc (Hons) LicAc MBAcC
Nicky is a fully qualified, fully insured acupuncturist and a member of the British Acupuncture Council (the UK's largest regulatory body for practitioners of traditional acupuncture).
She received a BSc Hons after studying for 3 1/2 years at the prestigious College of Integrated Chinese Medicine in Reading.
She was taught an integrated style of acupuncture which combines the two popular styles - Traditional Chinese Medicine (Yin Yang style) and the 5 Elements (treating the person's constitution) therefore treating the whole person, body, mind and spirit. This means that she can treat physical, mental and emotional symptoms, as well as bringing about an improved sense of well-being.
What is acupuncture?
Traditional Chinese and 5 Element Acupuncture - commonly used to treat pain, migraines and headaches, anxiety, depression, insomnia, infertility and a whole host of other conditions.
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The point of acupuncture!
Acupuncture is one of the most ancient systems of treatment known to mankind. It is also one of the fastest growing and most popular complementary therapies in the West. In the far-east it features in mainstream healthcare every day.
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How does it work?
Acupuncturists work with the concept of ‘Qi’ which many think of as ‘life force’ or ‘energy’. Emotions, physical trauma, weather and diet are all factors which can upset the flow of our Qi, thus leading to illnesses and pain. Needling points on specific channels can rebalance and restore the bodies natural flow of Qi.
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Is It Safe?
Acupuncture with a trained and fully qualified practitioner is one of the safest forms of healthcare. It can be used effectively alongside conventional medicine and is suitable for people of all ages, including pregnant women and children.
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What Will Happen?
When you go for an acupuncture treatment, a detailed consultation which covers your health, lifestyle and symptoms, will enable your acupuncturist to select a combination of points that are right for you. Very fine needles are placed into these points on the body, and the patient is then left to relax for a short while.
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Choosing the right acupuncturist
The British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) is the UK’s largest regulatory body for acupuncture practitioners and maintains high standards of training, safe practice and professional conduct.
A BAcC acupuncturist will:
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Have undergone Extensive training (a minimum of 3 years at degree level) which includes anatomy, physiology and other appropriate elements of western medicine.
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Adhere to the Council’s Codes of Safe Practice and Professional Conduct.
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Comply with the current health and safety legislations.
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Have full medical malpractice and public / products liability insurance cover.
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Maintain up to date knowledge and skills in the field as part of their commitment to continued professional development.
What can Nicky treat?
Acupuncture is commonly used to treat a whole host of conditions, from stress and anxiety to vertigo, and back pain to urinary incontinence. View an information poster here.
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Check out the A-Z British Acupuncture Council Research Fact Sheets to show you the variety of conditions that can be treated: here
The Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) recommends acupuncture for chronic pain.
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I have a strong interest in the area of infertility and gynaecological issues after infertility struggles of my own. I understand the importance of self-care through this hard time. I tend to focus my continued professional development on gynaecological issues and infertility, such as endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome and IVF (invitro-fertilisation)
I understand how painful infertility struggles can be. The relief and support I found through my acupuncturist and acupuncture treatment was invaluable and it is my goal to pass that on to others who are in similar situations. Please get in touch even if it is just to get a 'feel' for whether it is the right thing for you to try, or to find out more about acupuncture.
"Nicky knows her stuff! I am finding the course of treatment both interesting and stimulating. Early days yet but I am confident we shall make progress. I have been extremely impressed with the extent of research Nicky has put into investigating my particular condition and has something new to contribute every time we meet. Thank you Nicky." - I.N.
