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Addiction

One of the things that acupuncture is well know for is to help you to stop smoking. It has been used in this way since the late 70s when a treatment protocol was designed for use with addiction, and has been popular with smokers wanting to give up ever since. It works mainly by enhancing detoxification and reducing cravings and stress and anxiety levels.

People sometimes report that after an acupuncture treatment for stopping smoking the thought of a cigarette makes them feel ill, or that if they smoke they dislike the taste and put the cigarette out. The acupuncture treatment is individualised, so any other symptoms that arise over the course of treatment, e.g. hunger, irritability or sleep problems can also be addressed.

A course of acupuncture treatment to quit smoking is quite short, normally consisting of only 3 or 4 sessions over the space of one to three weeks (treatment for different kinds of addiction may vary.) This makes acupuncture cost effective in comparison with other methods of quitting and a cost saving after a few months compared with the cost of cigarettes! Research indicates that over 75% of people having acupuncture successfully quit smoking by the end of treatment. Like all treatments aimed at smoking cessation, it is essential that the person truly wants to quit if long term success is to be achieved.

Other kinds of addiction also benefit from acupuncture treatment. While it is no 'magic wand', treatment with acupuncture can help to support the individual on many levels, helping the body to detoxify and strengthening the organ systems. It is also possible to work at an emotional level to reduce stress and anxiety and other feelings that may arise.

For more information, or to book your 15 minute free consultation, just call or email

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