Acupuncture Clinics Scotland

We use traditional acupuncture for a variety of ailments. We are fully registered with the British Acupuncture Council.

Electroacupuncture is a form of acupuncture where a small electric current is passed between pairs of acupuncture needles. "Electroacupuncture is quite similar to traditional acupuncture in that the same points are stimulated during treatment. As with traditional acupuncture, needles are inserted on specific points along the body. The needles are then attached to a device that generates continuous electric pulses using small clips. These devices are used to adjust the frequency and intensity of the impulse being delivered, depending on the condition being treated. Electroacupuncture uses two needles at time so that the impulses can pass from one needle to the other.

Auricular acupuncture is used for smoking cessation, pain and emotional balance.

Acupuncture is used to treat many conditions, especially Musculo-Skeletal Pain.Conditions such as Back Pain, Sciatica, Neck Pain and Headaches can all respond well to correct treatment.

I’m frequently asked the question “What is the difference between an Osteopath and a Chiropractor?”.I some times wonder “What is the difference between two Osteopaths?”.Both Osteopathy and Chiropractic came into being in the USA in the 1880's.Both Chiropractic and Osteopathy use Spinal Manipulation.Both Professions have developed more subtle forms of treatment such as Applied Kinesiology (Chiro.), Cranio-Sacral Osteopathy and Visceral Manipulation (Osteo.).Currently, in the USA, Osteopaths are considered the same as Medical Doctors. They are very different to British Osteopaths, who still work in the traditional way, i.e. Hands on.Chiropractors in the USA work the same way as they do in the UK.Osteopaths train at one of 3 full time schools in and around London, doing a 4 year degree.Chiropractors train at the Anglo European College of Chiropractic in Bournemouth, doing a 5 year Degree.Both professions have overseas graduates working in the UK.Differences between these two Professions can be difficult to identify.I know members of both professions who see patients very frequently, having them pay large sums of money up front.I also know Chiropractors and Osteopaths who are very genuine, honest and caring people. Very knowledgeable and skilled in their professions.Interestingly, as I attend Courses, I find it pleasing to find I’m sharing my time with Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Osteopaths and many other people in my line of work.Personally, if I were in Pain, and needed treatment, I would look for the best recommendation by “Word of Mouth” and not be too concerned whether they were a Chiropractor or an Osteopath.

Treatments are tailored for the Patient. It is understood that some people simply do not like osteopathic manipulation, while others like Deep Tissue Massage, or benefit from Cranio-Sacral Therapy.

Free initial telephone consultation

First appointment (1.5 hrs) consultation, diagnosis and treatment (£95)

Follow-Up Session: Progress review and treatment

Please note only our Chiropractor Pamella Chu is trained in Western Medical Acupuncture.We use Acupuncture and Dry Needling as a type of treatment for pain and mobility issues that are associated with myofascial 'trigger points'. The needles stimulate your muscles, which causes them to twitch, or contract, and can decrease tightness, increase blood flow and reduce pain.Our chiropractor Pamella is a member of the British Medical Acupuncture Society (BMAS) and obtained a MSc in Western/Medical Acupuncture (Distinction) in 2014.We can offer Western Medical Acupuncture & Dry Needling treatments as part of your regular ongoing chiropractic care.  For standalone Acupunture appointments, please book a New Patient Chiropractic Appointment with Pamella Chu via our website www.edinburghcitychiropractic.co.uk and state you are interested in Acupuncture.

All our chiropractors are trained in dry needling. Treatment can be included in our standard follow up appointment. No extra cost.