Acupuncture
BAcC-registered traditional acupuncture for pain, hormonal cycle disruption, stress, sleep, and digestive complaints — delivered by Claudia Ferreira at her Marylebone clinic on Orchard Street, off Oxford Street.
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The short answer
What this treatment is
Areas treated
What's included
- BAcC-registered acupuncturist — the regulated UK standard for traditional acupuncture
- Treatment matched to your TCM pattern, not a generic protocol
- Effective for pain, hormonal cycle disruption, stress and sleep dysregulation, digestive complaints
- Single-use, sterile, individually-packaged needles — disposed of safely after every session
- Care coordinated with your GP, fertility clinic, or other clinicians where relevant
- Trauma-aware and culturally sensitive practice
Patient journey
What to expect
Consultation & preparation
Eat a light meal 1 to 2 hours before your appointment — needling on a completely empty stomach can cause light-headedness. Wear loose comfortable clothing that can be rolled to mid-thigh and mid-upper-arm. Avoid alcohol and very intense exercise on the same day. Bring any current medications and any recent blood-test results that may be relevant.
During treatment
Aftercare
Drink water and avoid alcohol for 24 hours after a session. Light to moderate exercise is fine; very intense training is best deferred to the next day. Mild bruising at a needle site is normal and resolves within a week. We schedule the next session before you leave.
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Written and medically reviewed by Claudia Ferreira , BSc (Hons) Traditional Chinese Medicine · MBAcC · Postgraduate TCM Gynaecology & Obstetrics · British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) — the lead UK body for traditional acupuncture. NHS and NICE guidance recognise acupuncture as a treatment option for chronic primary pain (NG193) and chronic tension-type headache..
FAQ
Common
questions
Does acupuncture hurt?
Acupuncture needles are far thinner than the hypodermic needles used for injections — most clients describe a brief, dull ache as the needle settles, called 'de qi', that fades within seconds. Some points are more sensitive than others, and some sessions are more activating than others. If at any point a needle is uncomfortable beyond that initial settling, tell us and we adjust or remove it.
Is acupuncture safe?
Acupuncture is one of the safest procedures in regulated healthcare when delivered by a BAcC-registered acupuncturist. Single-use sterile needles eliminate infection-transmission risk. Mild bruising at a needle site is the most common adverse response. Anyone on blood thinners, with a bleeding disorder, with heart valve disease, or who is pregnant should disclose at intake so points and depth are chosen accordingly.
How many sessions will I need?
Acute musculoskeletal complaints often respond within 3 to 6 sessions. Cycle-related and hormonal work plans in 12-week blocks because egg maturation and hormonal feedback take that long to shift. Chronic conditions (long-standing pain, IBS, anxiety) typically need 6 to 12 sessions to know whether acupuncture is the right tool. We agree a clear plan at session 1 and reassess at 4 weeks.
Can I have acupuncture during pregnancy?
Yes — pregnancy acupuncture is one of the most established BAcC subspecialties. There is a defined list of contraindicated points during pregnancy that every BAcC-trained acupuncturist follows. Common applications are nausea, sleep, lower-back and pelvic-girdle pain, and (with research support) the pre-birth treatments offered from week 36 onwards.
Will my insurance cover acupuncture?
Some UK private medical insurers reimburse BAcC-registered acupuncturists for specific indications, but cover varies widely. Bring your policy details to the first session and we will help you confirm what is covered before booking subsequent sessions. We can issue a clinical receipt for any insurer that reimburses on submission.
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Body Perfected • 1 Orchard Street, London W1H 6HJ
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