FAQS
HOW MANY TREATMENTS ARE TYPICALLY NEEDED?
The beauty of Acupuncture is that no one size fits all! Acupuncture has a cumulative effect so improvements won't be seen after just one session (or if they are, then it's more likely to be short-lived. Be prepared to have about 6-8 sessions on average, could be more or less! Some patients also like 'maintenance' treatments on a regular basis, which can be discussed at your appointment.
WHAT TYPES OF HEALTH INSURANCE DO YOU ACCEPT?
As a member of the British Acupuncture Council, my treatments are covered by many health insurance providers. Please click here to find further details.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO AN APPOINTMENT?
Ensure you wear loose clothing for your appointment, or items of clothing that can be removed, depending on your preference. You will be covered at all times.
CAN YOU TREAT PEOPLE WHO ARE NEEDLE PHOBIC?
As well as using incredibly fine needles, acupressure, laser acupuncture, moxabustion and cupping can be used to replace the therapeutic effect of needles. Every step of the treatment will be explained in detail and treatments can be tailored to your needs!
IS TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (TCM) ACUPUNCTURE THE SAME AS DRY NEEDLING OR WESTERN MEDICAL ACUPUNCTURE?
In short, no! I faciliate TCM Acupuncture, where I formulate a Chinese medical diagnosis and choose a treatment plan based on that. Practitioners who adopt dry needling or western medical acupuncture do not use Chinese medicine theory and choosing which mode of treatment to use is simply down to your preference.
HOW DO I PAY FOR TREATMENT?
Card payment is accepted at the time of the appointment.
WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
If you need to cancel your appointment, you can click on the link in your confirmation email, or you can get in touch via email at sunilap.acu@gmail.com or mobile at 07424477319. A minimum of 24 hours notice is required for cancellation or postponement of appointments. If less than 24 hours notice is given or you do not attend your scheduled appointment, you will be charged the full price of the appointment via bank transfer.