Traditional Chinese Acupuncture
in Medstead & Four Marks, and Alton
​
Phyllida Halsey  
​BSc(Hons)Acupuncture, LicAc, MBAcC

A wide range of conditions can be improved with Traditional Chinese Acupuncture, developed as part of Chinese Medicine over thousands of years, and having virtually no unwanted side-effects (see Conditions Treated).

Pain Relief and Mobility
Acupuncture is very good at reducing pain and can help all kinds of chronic problems. Back pain, headaches and arthritic pain are three common conditions where acupuncture is proven to be effective (see Evidence or Testimonials).  Electro-acupuncture is particularly useful in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain, by reducing muscle tightness, improving mobility, and stimulating local healing around tendons, muscles or joints. 

Stress and Anxiety
Many health issues are related to stress and anxiety, which acupuncture can be very effective at relieving.  Often patients are unable to switch off and give themselves the physical/mental space to heal.  Acupuncture can really help by breaking the cycle of constant anxiety.

Fertility
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture is often used to help women conceive naturally, as well as supporting IVF procedures when needed. Its ability to regulate and optimise the menstrual cycle, to reduce anxiety and the effects of stress, and to enhance overall health, make it a great place to start if you are having trouble getting pregnant (see Acupuncture for Fertility).

Holistic treatment
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture is based on symptom patterns, found by asking questions about your condition, alongside all aspects of your wellbeing.  Fine needles are used at specific points along energetic channels to 'harmonise and rebalance' the system, stimulating local and/or systemic healing and gently guiding the whole body back towards good health. Multiple issues can often be addressed in the same treatment.  Changes in lifestyle may also be needed to enhance results and prevent a problem recurring in the future.

No Side-Effects / Safe during Pregnancy
The lack of side-effects means acupuncture can also be used whilst preparing for to conceive, when pregnant or breast feeding.

Does it hurt ?
Acupuncture needles are very fine (much smaller than the needles used for injections) and are not painful - a dull, dragging sensation is what we try to achieve for best effect. Many patients find this therapy very relaxing and some even fall asleep during the session. See Testimonials for recommendations from previous patients.

How much does it cost ?
Per session, depending on location (see Contacts for maps):
Soldridge House, Soldridge Road, Medstead, Alton, GU34 5JF - £40
Pure Alternative Therapy, 131 Victoria St, Alton - £50
     D​aytime and evening appointments available. 
Call on 07787 731677, or email [email protected]
to make an enquiry or to book an appointment.

British Acupuncture Council Member
British Acupuncture Council members are trained for a minimum of 3 years and must adhere to strict codes of practice, ethics and CPD, making it the only acupuncture organisation recognised by the Professional Standards Authority.  Acupuncture is unfortunately unregulated as a profession, allowing anyone to set up as an acupuncturist with any level of training.  Most physiotherapists, doctors, osteopaths, chiropractors..etc who use acupuncture, do so with 'dry needling' techniques without Chinese Medicine theory and therefore have a more limited scope in terms of conditions they can treat. 
BAcC members are also bound by patient confidentiality rules.

​Phyllida graduated from the London College of Traditional Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 2007, with a Degree and Licentiate in Acupuncture. Her subsequent studies have included use of obstetric acupuncture for preganancy and childbirth with Debra Betts, a renowned expert in this field, and further training in the treatment of musculoskeletal problems, particularly in the use of electro-acupuncture for pain relief. 

Prior to moving to Hampshire, she ran a clinic in Wimbledon Park, West London.