Surrey Acupuncture

Acupuncture in the Haslemere and Godalming area of Surrey

I have over a decade’s worth of clinical experience treating a wide range of conditions. During that time I have lectured extensively at BSc level, and have been involved in the training of literally hundreds of today's acupuncturists and herbalists.


Just off the A283 in Chiddingfold, my practice is in easy reach of Cranleigh, Farnham, Godalming, Guildford, Haslemere, Hindhead and Witley.

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Allergic Rhinitis

Anxiety

Arthritis

Back pain

Chronic fatigue

Chronic pain

Depression

Digestive disorders

Infertility

Frozen Shoulder

Headache

Insomnia

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

IVF/ ART

Menopausal Symptoms

Migraines

Pre-menstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Sciatica

Sports injuries

Stress

Feel free to give me a call if you would like to talk about any condition not listed above.

I have a special interest in fertility, infertility and IVF. Click here for fertility, infertility and IVF related information.

I am a member of the Acupuncture Fertility Network.

Paul Johnson
LicAc, MBAcC, LicOHM, MRCHM,
BA (Hons), PGCertLTHE, AHEA
Acupuncturist - Herbalist

Braefoot
1 Woodside Close
Chiddingfold, Godalming
Surrey GU8 4RH
Tel: 01428 683 460
Mob: 07951 572 270
Email:pauljohnsonacupuncture@gmail.com

LATEST NEWS AND ARTICLES

Iran Red Crescent Med J. 2012 Oct;14(10):631-40. Epub 2012 Oct 30.

A randomized clinical trial of fibromyalgia treatment with acupuncture compared with fluoxetine

Abstract

BACKGROUND:
To evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture and compare it with fluoxetine in treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS).

METHODS:

We conducted a prospective, randomized clinical trial. Fifteen patients were treated with acupuncture and compared with a control group (n=15) of patients who received fluoxetine. Visual analogue scale, Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ) and determined number of tender points were used as outcome measurements.

RESULTS:

After four weeks, the acupuncture group was significantly better than the control group in the number of tender points. Total fibromyalgia symptoms were significantly improved in the acupuncture group compared with the control group during the study period (P= 0.01). The largest difference in mean FIQ total scores was observed at 4 weeks (42.2 VS. 34.8 in the control and acupuncture groups, respectively; P= 0.007). At the end of one year of the follow up, patients who received acupuncture were significantly better than the control group in all measures. Fatigue and anxiety were the most significantly improved symptoms during the follow up period.

DISCUSSION:

Acupuncture significantly improved pain and symptoms of fibromyalgia. Also, we found that acupuncture did not have any side effect and was tolerable.

SEE THE ORIGINAL AT: PubMed.gov

Current Opinion in Neurology: June 2013 - Volume 26 - Issue 3 - p 276–281

Medication-overuse headache

Abstract

Purpose of review:
Medication-overuse headache (MOH) is a well described clinical entity. There is a growing body of knowledge on the epidemiology of MOH, risk factors, and treatment strategies.

Recent findings:
The International Headache Society updated the classification criteria for MOH. Population-based studies provided an insight into the prevalence and peculiarities of MOH patients in eastern Europe and Asia. Large-scaled population-based longitudinal studies made it possible to analyze risk factors leading to the development of MOH. Imaging studies helped to better understand the pathophysiology of headache chronicity. New treatment strategies have been suggested.

Summary:
MOH is a common headache disorder and a serious public health problem all over the world. Although the treatment regimen for MOH patients is straightforward and the outcomes are favorable, it is time now to move forward and establish a predictive model for early recognition of patients at high risk, to intervene early and avoid development of chronic headache.

SEE THE ORIGINAL AT: Current Opinion in Neurology