Acupuncture in Suffolk
What acupuncture is
Clinical acupuncture—sometimes called Western or medical acupuncture—involves the use of fine needles to influence the nervous system, pain processing, circulation, and tissue regulation.
In a modern clinical context, acupuncture is often used to support pain modulation, reduce protective muscle guarding, and help down-regulate an overactive nervous system—rather than as a standalone or traditional remedy.
Who acupuncture is for
Acupuncture may be appropriate for people experiencing:
- persistent pain or tension
- stress-related physical symptoms
- heightened sensitivity or slow recovery
- difficulty settling after injury or illness
- symptoms where the nervous system appears over-alert
It is often most useful when pain or discomfort has become entrenched rather than acute.
Acupuncture for pregnancy and fertility
Acupuncture can offer drug-free support during pregnancy and in preparation for conception.
During pregnancy, acupuncture may help with common symptoms such as nausea, back pain, and anxiety. It can support maternal wellbeing across all trimesters, assist in preparing the body for labour, and is sometimes used to encourage optimal foetal positioning when a baby is breech.
For those preparing to conceive, acupuncture may support the body's regulation and readiness, helping to create favourable conditions for conception.
Session frequency typically ranges from weekly to once every four weeks, depending on the stage of pregnancy or the individual's needs. Suitability is always assessed on an individual basis.
How Tom uses acupuncture
Tom integrates acupuncture as part of a broader clinical picture, as well as offering pure acupuncture led treatments when appropriate.
He uses acupuncture selectively to reduce unnecessary protective responses, support nervous system regulation, complement osteopathic treatment, and create conditions where recovery can occur more easily.
Acupuncture is chosen when it fits the individual, their history, and the wider system being worked with.
More about Tom's integrated clinical approach can be found on his practitioner profile.