Treatment · Coatbridge
Acupuncture in Coatbridge
Acupuncture at Chapman Physiotherapy & Performance is delivered as part of a physiotherapy approach. Kieran Chapman places very fine, sterile needles at chosen points, usually in or around the muscles linked to your pain, and leaves them in for a short while.
It tends to suit people with ongoing muscle or joint pain who want an extra option alongside exercise and advice, and people whose pain has made it hard to get going with rehab. It can form part of a regular physiotherapy session or be booked as its own appointment at the Coatbridge clinic, with evening and Saturday times available.
How it works
How acupuncture is thought to work
Acupuncture used within physiotherapy in the UK is usually described as Western medical acupuncture. Rather than relying on traditional ideas about energy flow, it is based on anatomy and on how the nervous system processes pain. Needling is thought to prompt the body to release its own pain-relieving chemicals and to change how strongly pain signals are felt, which can make it easier to move and exercise.
Research findings vary from condition to condition. The evidence is more encouraging for some types of long-term pain and certain headaches than for others, and where benefits are seen they are often modest and may wear off over time. That is why acupuncture works best as a way to calm pain enough to make progress with exercise, not as a replacement for it.
Often used for
- Long-standing neck and shoulder pain
- Tension-type headaches linked to neck tightness
- Muscle tension and tender trigger points
- Persistent pain that has made rehab hard to start
- Pain that has been slow to settle with other approaches
Your session
What happens in a session
01
Screening
Kieran goes through your medical history, medication and any worries about needles before deciding whether acupuncture is right for you.
02
Explanation and consent
He explains where the needles will go and what you might feel, then you get comfortable on the treatment couch.
03
Needling
Fine needles are placed and left in for a short time, sometimes with gentle stimulation to strengthen the sensation.
04
Afterwards
The needles are removed and disposed of safely, and the session often carries on with exercise or hands-on treatment.
Booking
Prices and booking
Every session is one to one with Kieran. A first visit starts with an assessment; acupuncture is used within your sessions where it suits you.
- First appointment
- £60.00
- 45 minutes
- Follow-up session
- £50.00
- 45 minutes
New patients pay a £30.00 deposit to book, which comes off the first appointment. Returning patients pay at the appointment. No GP referral needed.
Next available
Next free times
Initial appointment · 45 minutes · £60.00
- 21NovSat, 12:45the last time that dayBook →
- 28NovSat, 09:00first of 6 times that dayBook →
- 1DecTue, 18:15first of 2 times that dayBook →
- 2DecWed, 17:30first of 2 times that dayBook →
Questions
About acupuncture
Does acupuncture hurt?
The needles are far finer than those used for injections or blood tests. You may feel a brief prick, then a dull ache, heaviness or tingling around the point, which many people find oddly relaxing. Any discomfort usually eases once the needles come out.
Are there side effects?
They are usually minor: a spot of bleeding or bruising where a needle went in, temporary soreness, or feeling tired or light-headed afterwards. It is sensible to eat beforehand and to give yourself a few minutes before heading off.
Who should not have acupuncture?
Let Kieran know if you are pregnant, have a bleeding disorder or take blood thinners, have a pacemaker or other implanted device, have epilepsy, a weakened immune system or a strong fear of needles. Acupuncture may still be possible, but sometimes another treatment will suit you better.
How many sessions are usually needed?
Effects can build over a few sessions, so it is usually reviewed after a short course rather than judged on a single visit. If it is not making a difference, there are other treatments to focus on instead.
Can acupuncture be combined with other treatment?
Yes. It is often used within a physiotherapy session alongside hands-on treatment and exercise, and it pairs naturally with a rehabilitation plan.
Also at the clinic
Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy rehabilitation in Coatbridge: hands-on treatment plus an exercise plan in your own online account. Book online, evenings and Saturdays.
Cupping
Cupping in Coatbridge at Chapman Physiotherapy & Performance, on its own or within a physio session. Honest advice, one-to-one care, book online.
Deep tissue and sports massage
Deep tissue and sports massage in Coatbridge from HCPC registered physiotherapist Kieran Chapman. One-to-one sessions, book online with live availability.
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