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Many neurological conditions—such as stroke—require urgent, life-saving care through conventional medicine, and this care is absolutely essential. However, for many people, the long-term and chronic effects that follow a neurological event can feel more difficult to manage. Ongoing challenges with movement, sensation, speech, or fatigue often require continued, supportive care over time.

Specialist neurological physiotherapy plays a vital role in helping restore lost function and independence. Alongside this, acupuncture has shown encouraging benefits in supporting symptom relief, nervous system regulation, and overall recovery for a wide range of neurological conditions. When used as part of an integrative approach, acupuncture can gently support the body’s natural healing capacity.

At the clinic, I use specialised systems of scalp acupuncture developed by Dr Zhu Ming Qing (Zhu Style Scalp Acupuncture) and Dr Jiao Shunfa (Jiao Style Scalp Acupuncture)—both internationally recognised for their work supporting people recovering from stroke and other neurological disorders.

These methods thoughtfully combine Traditional Chinese Medicine principles with Western anatomical and neurological understanding. By stimulating specific areas of the scalp that correspond to brain function, treatment aims to support circulation to affected regions of the brain and encourage improved communication within the nervous system.

This integrated approach is now commonly referred to as Neuroacupuncture—a contemporary acupuncture method that blends traditional needling techniques and scalp acupuncture with modern knowledge of neurology, neuroscience, and neurological rehabilitation.

Neuroacupuncture is an advanced and specialised skill. It is often used to support both acute and chronic central nervous system conditions, and in some cases meaningful changes can occur with only a small number of carefully placed needles.

Through the central nervous and endocrine systems, the brain’s structural, metabolic, hormonal, and energetic functions can be accessed via specific areas on the scalp. These areas act as reflex zones linked to different regions of the brain.

By gently stimulating these points using precise techniques, scalp acupuncture aims to regulate and harmonise brain and body function, support neural communication, and encourage balance within the nervous system. Treatments are always tailored to the individual and delivered in a calm, supportive environment.

Scalp acupuncture is most commonly used to support post-stroke recovery and neurological conditions, but it may also be helpful for a range of nervous system-related symptoms.

Acupuncture and laser acupuncture may help support people living with a variety of neurological conditions, including:

• Parkinson’s disease
• Bell’s palsy
• Headaches and migraines
• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
• Cerebral palsy
• Guillain-Barré syndrome
• Ménière’s disease
• Impaired sensory, motor, and visceral function
• Neuropathy and peripheral neuropathy
• Paralysis
• Restless leg syndrome
• Vestibular and ENT-related disorders
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Myasthenia gravis
• Trigeminal neuralgia
   

Neurological conditions can be physically and emotionally challenging—for both individuals and their families. Acupuncture and neuroacupuncture are offered as gentle, supportive therapies, working alongside conventional care to help improve comfort, function, and quality of life.

Every treatment plan is personalised, with care taken to meet you where you are in your recovery journey.