Service - Acupuncture

I am registered with the General Osteopathic Council, a member of the British Osteopathic Association, and a member of the British Medical Acupuncture Society. I use acupuncture either alone or in combination with osteopathy to treat patients.

The style of acupuncture that I practice is called Western Medical acupuncture, to differentiate it from Traditional Chinese acupuncture. There is a growing body of medical research that helps us to understand the effects of acupuncture in terms of anatomy and physiology. We know for example that putting an acupuncture needle into a back or shoulder muscle has the effect of drawing more blood into the area. With this increased circulation the muscle is warmed and "flushed through" giving a similar result to massage - increased relaxation and easing of pain. This increase in circulation we call a "local effect", there are other "central effects" that happen at the same time. The stimulation of acupuncture causes the brain to release endorphins, which are opiate-like chemicals that reduce pain and make you feel relaxed.

Click here for further information and to find out how I can help you Acupuncture and Osteopathy in Tenterden with Bill Ferguson

Acupuncture for animals available

Mon, Tues, Thurs, Friday
11.40am -1.00pm
5.00pm - 6.00pm

Wednesday
11.40am - 1.00pm
6.00 - 7.00pm

Puppy parties are run on Wednesday evening 5.00pm - 6.00pm

Emergency number: 01580 713381

We aim to provide you with the best service possible in Manual Medicine and Osteopathy. We undertake to give you a rapid and accurate diagnostic appraisal of your situation and if it is within our remit provide you with an affordable solution to your problem.