During an acupressure session, you can expect a thorough consultation first (see our medical consultation question for more information). Followed by the massage treatment using a combination of acupressure, deep tissue and or myofacial massage techniques dependant on your specific therapeutic goals and your individual needs. For more detailed information on what acupressure is, please go to our Acupressure page here Acupressure

Acupressure is generally safe when performed by qualified practitioners and can be beneficial for people of all ages, but there are very specific contra indications such as pregnacy, specific heart conditions and cancer patients. If you have any concerns, always consult your doctor prior to any treatment to ensure it's appropriate for your condition and you're comfortable receiving a treatment.

This depends entirely on your personal medical condition, however most clients benefit immediately post therapy session with a reduction in pain, improved movement or simply feeling more relaxed and peaceful. The number of sessions needed varies depending on the individual and the nature of the health concern and we will work with you to create a personalised treatment plan if appropriate.

A full medical consultation prior to anyones first treatment isn't just an insurance pre-requisite but also allows us to fully understand your personal medical history. 

Chinese medicine is a holistic medicine, which believes in order to understand what's occuring now, we need to know all that has come before, so we can make an informed decision as to what the root cause of an issue may be. Often we over look, forget or get so used to an ailment we ignore it completely but by going back over your medical history, it often jogs peoples memories and helps them to remember accidents or injuries that may be relevant and it could be vital to helping us understand how best to treat you and understanding your current condition. 

It's a 20 minute consultation, where we complete a medical questionnaire and have a brief discussion about your theraputic needs, which ensure the treatment is appropriate for you. It's only applicable for the first visit and completion of insurance questionnaire is mandatory.