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Headache & Migraine

The most common kind of headache is called a tension headache and is caused by muscle contraction. 70% of the population experience tension headaches regularly. Acupuncture reduces the frequency of these headaches as well as relieve their symptoms.

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Tension headaches are usually brought on and made worse by:

  • Stress  


  • Eye strain

  • Cold temperatures

  • Fatigue  


  • Cold/flu/

  • Sinus infection  


  • Bad posture

Acupuncture for Headache & Migraine

Acupuncture triggers your nervous system and releases endorphins, your body's natural painkillers, to reduce the pain that accompanies a tension headache. By stimulating the nervous system, acupuncture relieves stress and your body's response to it.

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Acupuncture also increases circulation to the head and neck. By improving blood flow, it helps relax the muscles that have contracted and reduces any inflammation contributing to the issue. Acupuncture is a great treatment to reduced the frequency of tension headache & migraine.

Chinese herbal medicine for Headache & Migraine

Chinese herbal medicine can be added to help decrease anxiety, stress, and pain. When properly prescribed by a licensed Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, herbs and acupuncture can stop tension and pain before they have a chance to start.

Let us stop your tension headaches today! Call us at 020 8780 0955 or click here to schedule your initial health consultation. We look forward to helping you to achieve a happy, healthy life!

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