Time for a deep dive into acupuncture needles and a very common question - what are acupuncture needles made of? The sterile, tiny needles used in acupuncture are considerably thinner than the hypodermic needles used to draw blood or introduce fluids into the body. Acupuncture needles are commonly made from stainless steel, which offers strength, flexibility and a hygienic surface. The handle at the top can be made from different materials, copper often a favourite so it can

At The Ambry Clinic we are proud to offer natural facial rejuvenation treatments that blend traditional acupuncture techniques with the modern use of microneedling pens. Facial cosmetic acupuncture has long been the go-to treatment for individuals seeking a natural, non-surgical alternative to Botox and dermal fillers. Acupuncture techniques offer a beautiful approach to rejuvenation, using exceptionally fine needles to stimulate the skin and deeper underlying tissues, suppor

Counselling can benefit anyone seeking support, guidance or personal growth in any aspect of their life whether it be personal, relationship based or work related. Counselling is not limited to those experiencing severe mental health issues. Anyone looking to improve their emotional well-being, manage stress, or enhance self-awareness can benefit from therapy. Counselling provides a safe, non judgemental environment where we can explore our feelings, thoughts and behaviours.

Our acupuncturist Lisa has a passion for supporting her patients through perimenopause and beyond. We asked her to tell us why working alongside women in this way is important to her and why her patients report such good outcomes. " When thinking about writing a piece on peri-menopause and menopause, I had to ask myself: what is it that draws me to this time of life for women? So often, framing a question is the very thing that brings about clarity. My first response was tha

Musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy is a specialised branch of physical therapy focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions affecting the muscles, bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. While it is normal to get the odd short lived painful niggle here and there – sometimes pain doesn’t go away on its own. That’s when you need to get some professional advice about what could be causing it, how to treat or best manage it and how to stop it happening again. Rather t

We get asked this a lot – it’s difficult to answer. Both are regulated healthcare professionals who target pain and mobility issues. There are core differences in the approach to symptom relief but in the real world many of their manual techniques overlap. Osteopaths traditionally take a holistic view of the body. In practice this means looking at the whole body, even if the patient is presenting with pain in just one small area. Osteopathic treatment can be extremely gentle

Ah! The biggest question we get asked. We’ve got two approaches. Firstly the traditional Chinese medicine explanation involving Qi flowing in meridians, originating thousands of years ago. This certainly has its place, even in today’s modern world. The beauty of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is that it is applicable throughout our daily life, not just when things go wrong. It links up seemingly unrelated symptoms and the language really expresses how we experience ill he

April 2026 - An up to date list of insurers our acupuncturists are covered to work with. Please always check with your insurance company before commencing treatment as inclusion criteria can change. Feel free to email us for any further support. Aviva - Yes, Kate is recognised by Aviva. GP referral needed and 10 sesssions usually given. AXA Health – Yes. A receipt from any of our acupuncturists will be accepted by AXA Health. Patient pays acupuncturist directly and submits re

The terms podiatrist and chiropodist are interchangeable and both titles are protected by law. However podiatrist is the modern universally accepted term and is use by most practitioners as it better reflects the advanced medical scope of practice. In the UK a podiatrist has completed a BSC (hons) degree in podiatric medicine. This is a three or four year degree program specific to the foot and lower limb. Podiatrists have also trained in pharmacology so are also able to a