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Islington Acupuncture

Acupuncture Therapy Rooms

  • Neck, Back &
    Pain Relief Acupuncture
  • Stress, Anxiety
    & Insomnia Acupuncture
  • Digestion &
    Neurological Conditions
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  • Womens Health
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Welcome to Islington Acupuncture:

Professional Therapists: Our therapists have degree level training in acupuncture and further specialist training

Gentle & Safe: Our team of acupuncturists are accredited by the British Acupuncture Council, and follow their codes of safe practice. We use ultra fine disposable needles.

Treatments: We integrate massage and Chinese dietary advice with acupuncture treatment when appropriate.


Acupuncture for IVF, fertility, pregnancy and women’s health

IVF & Fertility
Acupuncture

IVF & fertility acupuncture to help you conceive:
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Period Pains &
Menopause Acupuncture

Help to reduce period pain & menopause symptoms:
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Acupuncture for
Pregnancy & Pre-Birth

Supporting you and your baby’s health through pregnancy to birth:
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Acupuncture for pain management, headache & migraine relief & improved health

At Islington Acupuncture we aim to gently reduce or resolve muscle, joint and nerve pain using a mix of acupuncture, massage and Chinese dietary advice.

Pain Management
Acupuncture

Acupuncture for chronic pain & headache relief:
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Stress, Anxiety &
Acupuncture For Insomnia

Helping you manage stress, anxiety, depression and insomnia:
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Digestion Problems &
Neurological Conditions

Gentle help for digestive problems & neurological conditions:
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What is Chinese acupuncture & how does it work?

Does Acupuncture Hurt?

At Islington Acupuncture we use fine needles and gentle techniques.

Acupuncture works best when you feel some sensation, but not pain.

People describe it as a slight 'tingling' like a very faint 'electric current' or a 'dull', 'heavy' sensation.

Are acupuncture needles sterile and safe?

Yes, we never reuse a needle.

All our needles are disposable and are discarded after every individual use.

Chinese Vs Western Acupuncture: What's the difference?

Western acupuncture is an adaptation of Chinese acupuncture. It uses acupuncture techniques but not the theory. Western acupuncturists are often GPs, nurses and physiotherapists.

BAcC (the British Acupuncture Council) accredited Traditional Acupuncture training courses takes a total of 3600 hours. In comparison some basic Western acupuncture courses are much shorter, e.g. a Western acupuncture foundation course can be completed in just 32 hours.

When you choose a BAcC trained Acupuncturist you are choosing a therapist who has a deep understanding of the practice and theory of Chinese Acupuncture.

What is Acupressure?

Acupressure is a form of massage that targets the 'Acupuncture Points' of the body during the massage.

What is Moxibustion?

Moxa is a herb which has traditionally been used alongaside acupuncture to enhance the effects of treatment. We tend to use smokeless 'Moxa Sticks' in order to minimise the smoke and smell during the clinic treatment session.

What is Chinese Dietary Therapy?

Chinese Dietary Therapy uses the principles of Chinese medicine to identify each client's 'constitutional type' and creates a diet designed for their optimum health and digestion using this information.

Dietary therapy is a continuation of herbal medicine.

Different foods are categorised according to taste, nutrient content and ease of digestion.

Dietary therapy aims to provide a simple diet to suit the metabolism and the nutritional deficiencies of each individual.

Diet sheets and recipes are given to clients in order to help to achieve a healthy change in diet.

Diet therapy is not about 'restriction', but learning to understand the effects of different foods on your body.

The British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) have produced this video that helps to explain what acupuncture is and how it can be used.


Islington Acupuncture in London, N1:

Islington Acupuncture is situated on Gaskin Street, just off Upper Street, a 5 minute walk from Angel tube station and about 10 minutes from Highbury. It’s also served by numerous bus routes. For more detailed information about our clinic and how to find us take a look at our ‘London Acupuncture Clinic Location‘ page.

Contact Islington Acupuncture

To make an appointment or for any other enquiry please contact us by email or use the contact form below.

Email: info@islingtonacupuncture.com

Find Islington Acupuncture

Islington Acupuncture
10-12 Gaskin Street
Islington
London
N1 2RY

Acupuncture Clinic Times:

Appointment available on
Mon: 8am – 2.30pm
Tue & Wed: 3pm – 9pm
Thu & Fri: 8am- 2.30pm
Sat: 9am – 6pm


Contact Islington Acupuncture or Make an online booking

To make an online booking use the links below:

Monday & Wednesday  – Karen
Tuesday & Thursday  – Helen 
Friday & Saturday  – Charlotte 

For more information about each of our therapists see the Our Therapists page.

Or complete a contact form with a request:

To help us to offer you a suitable appointment time please indicate your preference using the above checkboxes
If you chose 'Weekdays (daytime)' or 'Weekdays (evening)' please indicate which day using the above boxes (not necessary if you chose 'anytime' or 'Weekend'
This area can be left empty if you do not wish to give details of your enquiry.
We aim to get back to all enquiries within 24 hours.

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Our Services

  • Acupuncture for Fertility & IVF
  • Acupuncture for Pregnancy Health
  • Acupuncture for Periods & Menopause
  • Acupuncture for Stress, Anxiety & Insomnia
  • Acupuncture for IBS, Digestion & Neurological Conditions
  • Acupuncture for Back Pain & Headaches

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Islington Acupuncture @ Gaskin Street
10 - 12 Gaskin St
Islington
N1 2RY
Islington Acupuncture @ Liverpool Road
144 Liverpool Rd
Islington
N1 1LA

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January Free Taster Session

Discover how acupuncture can help you with a free 20 minute taster session.
Available on Friday and Saturday in January and February.
Contact info@islingtonacupuncture.com to book your session.