Acupuncture in Bracknell

Acupuncture is a great regulator and helps the body to help itself. It regulates normal bodily functions – whether the immune system, nervous system or reproductive system. Because acupuncture is holistic, it can regulate many systems simultaneously, as everything is interconnected, allowing a natural recovery from symptoms without the side effects of pharmaceutical drugs. The video below explains how acupuncture works in the relief of pain.

Is acupuncture safe?

A large-scale study published in 2001 found acupuncture to be very safe after reviewing over 34,000 treatments. It is also safe to use during pregnancy to maintain a healthy pregnancy, and can be used during labour to help ensure a smooth birth and relieve pain. It is worth noting that doctors, physiotherapists, chiropractors and nurses can legally perform acupuncture after a weekend course – but it is not possible to learn over 2,000 years of medicine in one weekend. Always ensure your acupuncturist holds a full degree-level qualification in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

What can acupuncture treat?

Acupuncture is recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for the treatment of a wide range of health conditions. What makes this system so uniquely suited to modern life is that physical, emotional and mental aspects of health are seen as interdependent – reflecting the connection many people perceive between different aspects of their lives.

Acupuncture is holistic and aims to restore balance to the mind, body and emotions. There are twelve principal channels spanning the human body, similar to lines on an underground map, with acupuncture points acting like stations along each channel. Stimulating them with very fine needles gives the body a gentle push back towards good health.

How does acupuncture feel?

Many people are reluctant to try acupuncture due to a fear of needles, often stemming from experiences with blood tests or vaccinations. However, acupuncture needles are more like pins – so fine that twenty of them can fit inside a standard syringe needle. Some people feel acupuncture more than others, often due to lower energy levels. The sensations felt during treatment are unlike anything experienced in day-to-day life and may include:

• A dull, throbbing ache
• A pulling sensation
• An electrical sensation
• A tingling sensation
• A brief sharpness as the needle breaks the skin

Our Bracknell acupuncturist

Dr (TCM) Attilio D'Alberto BM (Beijing), BSc (Hons) TCM, MBAcC, MRCHM

Dr (TCM) Attilio D'Alberto has been practising acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 25 years. He is passionate about empowering people with the ancient knowledge of Chinese medicine through lifestyle and diet.

Dr (TCM) D'Alberto graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in China – a full-time, five-year degree programme that included six months of clinical internship at two of the largest hospitals in Beijing.

Dr (TCM) D'Alberto practises acupuncture, moxibustion and cupping from his clinic in Wokingham, conveniently located a short distance from Bracknell. He is a member of the British Acupuncture Council and practises traditional Chinese acupuncture.

Interview

Watch an interview with our acupuncturist, where he answers commonly asked questions about acupuncture treatment.