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http://www.yolo-acupuncture.co.uk/

YOLO Acupuncture, Ruddington Wellness Centre, 2 Shaw Street, Ruddington (2026)

01/04/2026

Fertility CoachingFertility Coaching 16 week Women’s Health & Fertility ProgramThis is a 16 week program specifically designed to support different Women’s health & fertility concerns. Using a personalised plan and individualised therapies which will include Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Nutrition, Exercise and Lifestyle advise. I try to work with clients for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks which is aligned to the female dominant follicle cycle. It takes 3 months to produce good quality egg and s***m, therefore working with female clients for 3 cycles gives the optimal chances of thickening up the uterine lining, ovulation and increased egg quality. Acupuncture aids in balancing hormones, regulating inflammation and enhancing both egg and s***m quality. Acupuncture can help regular periods and ovulation, increasing chances of successful conception and a healthy pregnancy. 12 week Male Infertility ProgramAcupuncture can support male infertility by helping improve s***m quality, clear infections, and improve erectile dysfunction. It takes 12 weeks to create healthy and good quality s***m. Acupuncture alongside health, exercise and nutrition changes can help support the production of healthy good quality s***m. I always recommend a s***m analysis test performed at the start of treatment and then again after the 12 weeks to evaluate changes that have occurred. Factors which can affect male fertility include:Abnormalities in the shape and size of s***m (morphology)Motility issues (s***m swims in the wrong direction or in circles)Low s***m countOther factors: varicoceles, hormonal imbalances, infection, concerns with DNA of the s***mThe quality of s***m is a large factor in the development of a health embryo.IVF Cycle – are you prepared? IVF can be both emotionally and physically draining, are you prepared, is your body at its optimal? Weekly acupuncture and nutrition advise 2-3 months prior to starting your medication is key. Acupuncture can help stabilise the body, move blood and build blood in the uterus and help counteract side effects of the stimulation medication. I can help you prepare questions and feel informed after scans, bloods, and consultations with medical personnel. Acupuncture treatments are available to support pain management and nervousness during egg retrieval as well as support any potential conditions such as bloating, or OHSS. Having myself, been through 4 cycles of IVF, different protocols with different medications, and OHSS (hospitalised), I feel I can have real empathy for both men and women going through this journey.

25/03/2026

Holistic Therapies for Mind-Body Healing: The Power of Acupuncture and Nutrition
In an increasingly fast-paced and stressful world, many people are turning to holistic therapies to restore balance, improve wellbeing, and reconnect the mind and body. Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, holistic approaches focus on the whole person—physical, emotional, and even spiritual health.

Among the most widely recognised and effective holistic therapies are acupuncture and nutrition therapy. Together, they offer a powerful pathway toward healing, resilience, and long-term wellness.

Understanding the Mind-Body Connection

The mind and body are not separate systems—they constantly communicate through complex networks involving the nervous system, hormones, and immune responses. Stress, for example, can manifest physically as headaches, digestive issues, or chronic pain. Likewise, poor physical health can impact mood, energy levels, and mental clarity.

Holistic therapies aim to restore harmony within this interconnected system, addressing root causes rather than just symptoms.

Acupuncture: Restoring Energy Flow

Acupuncture, a key component of Traditional Chinese Medicine, has been practiced for thousands of years. It involves the insertion of very fine needles into specific points on the body to regulate the flow of energy, or “Qi” (pronounced “chee”), see the Acupuncture section on my website.

How It Supports Mind-Body Healing

Reduces stress and anxiety by calming the nervous system

Relieves chronic pain, including migraines and musculoskeletal issues

Improves sleep quality

Supports emotional balance

Modern research suggests that acupuncture may stimulate the release of endorphins, improve circulation, and regulate the body’s stress response. Many people report feeling deeply relaxed and more emotionally grounded after sessions.

Nutrition Therapy: Nourishing from Within

“You are what you eat” is more than just a saying—nutrition plays a fundamental role in both physical and mental health. Nutrition therapy focuses on using food strategically to support the body’s natural healing processes.

The Mind-Body Benefits of Nutrition

Supports brain health through essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and amino acids

Balances mood and energy levels by stabilising blood sugar

Improves gut health, which is closely linked to mental wellbeing via the gut-brain axis

Reduces inflammation, a key factor in many chronic conditions

A personalised approach is often key, as each individual’s nutritional needs vary based on lifestyle, health conditions, and genetics.

The Synergy of Acupuncture and Nutrition

When combined, acupuncture and nutrition therapy can amplify each other’s benefits. While acupuncture helps regulate the body’s energy and reduce stress, nutrition provides the building blocks needed for repair and resilience.

For example:

Someone experiencing chronic stress may benefit from acupuncture to calm the nervous system, alongside a nutrient-rich diet that supports adrenal health.

A person with digestive issues might use acupuncture to improve gut function while adopting dietary changes to restore microbiome balance.

This integrative approach creates a more comprehensive and sustainable healing process.

A Personalised Holistic Path to Wellness

One of the core principles of holistic therapy is individuality. What works for one person may not work for another. Practitioners often take into account lifestyle, emotional wellbeing, medical history, and personal goals when creating a treatment plan.

This tailored approach empowers individuals to take an active role in their own healing journey.

Final Thoughts on Holistic Therapies

Holistic therapies such as acupuncture and nutrition therapy offer more than symptom relief—they provide a pathway to deeper awareness, balance, and connection between mind and body.

By embracing these practices, individuals can move beyond short-term fixes and cultivate lasting wellbeing, resilience, and vitality.

02/03/2026

IVF, Immature Eggs, and the Role of Acupuncture
In vitro fertilization (IVF) has helped millions of people achieve pregnancy. Yet one of the most frustrating challenges during IVF is retrieving immature eggs — oocytes that are not yet developmentally ready for fertilization. When a significant percentage of eggs are immature, it can reduce fertilization rates, embryo quality, and overall success.

As patients look for ways to improve outcomes, many are turning to integrative approaches such as acupuncture to support egg maturation and overall reproductive health.

If you’ve gone through IVF and been told that many of your eggs were immature, you know how heavy that moment can feel.

You did the injections. You went to every monitoring appointment. You adjusted your life around medications and scans. You held your breath on retrieval day — only to hear that fewer eggs were mature than expected.

It’s frustrating. It’s confusing. And often, it feels deeply personal.

Understanding IVF and Egg Maturity

During IVF, ovarian stimulation medications encourage multiple follicles to grow. When follicles reach an appropriate size, a trigger injection is given to induce final egg maturation before retrieval.

The gold standard for fertilization is a mature (MII) egg, meaning the egg has completed the correct stage of meiosis and is ready for s***m fertilization. Immature eggs — often classified as GV (germinal vesicle) or MI (metaphase I)—have not completed this process.

Immature eggs may result from:

Suboptimal response to stimulation medications

Trigger timing issues

Diminished ovarian reserve

Polycystic o***y syndrome (PCOS)

Hormonal imbalances

Poor ovarian blood flow

In some clinics, immature eggs may undergo in vitro maturation (IVM), but success rates are generally lower compared to naturally matured eggs.

Why Egg Maturity Matters

Egg maturity is closely linked to:

Proper chromosome alignment

Fertilization potential

Embryo development

Implantation success

Lower miscarriage risk

Even when egg numbers are good, a high percentage of immature eggs can significantly impact IVF outcomes.

Acupuncture: Supporting your body, not forcing it

Acupuncture, a component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is increasingly used alongside IVF. Some patients begin treatment months before stimulation, while others use it during an IVF cycle.

Proposed Mechanisms of Action

While research is ongoing, acupuncture may support reproductive function by:

Improving Ovarian Blood FlowStudies suggest acupuncture may increase pelvic blood circulation, potentially enhancing oxygen and nutrient delivery to developing follicles.

Regulating the Hypothalamic–Pituitary–Ovarian (HPO) AxisAcupuncture may influence hormone signalling between the brain and ovaries, supporting follicular development and ovulation.

Reducing Stress and CortisolIVF is emotionally and physically demanding. Elevated stress hormones can disrupt reproductive hormone balance. Acupuncture is known to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation.

Supporting Follicular SynchronizationSome practitioners believe acupuncture may help follicles mature more uniformly, potentially reducing the number of immature eggs retrieved.

The Emotional side of IVF matters

Fertility treatment is more than lab results and medication protocols. It’s hope. It’s grief. It’s resilience.

When patients incorporate acupuncture, many say they feel:

More grounded

Less anxious

More in control

More supported

That emotional steadiness alone can make the IVF process feel more manageable.

What Does the Research Say?

Research on acupuncture and IVF outcomes is mixed but promising. Some studies suggest improved pregnancy rates when acupuncture is used around embryo transfer, while others indicate benefits in ovarian response among certain populations, such as women with PCOS or diminished ovarian reserve.

However, acupuncture is best viewed as supportive, not a replacement for medical fertility treatment.

When should Acupuncture begin?

For egg quality and maturation support, many practitioners recommend starting acupuncture:

2–3 months before IVF (to support the full follicle development cycle)

Weekly during ovarian stimulation

Around egg retrieval and embryo transfer as needed

Because egg development begins approximately 90 days before ovulation, earlier intervention may provide more meaningful impact.

A Collaborative Approach

If you are undergoing IVF at a clinic abroad, it is important to coordinate any complementary therapies with your reproductive endocrinologist.

An integrative plan may include:

Personalized IVF protocol adjustments

Nutritional optimization

Acupuncture

Stress management strategies

Targeted supplementation

Final thoughts

Retrieving immature eggs during IVF can be discouraging, but it does not necessarily mean future cycles will have the same outcome. Protocol adjustments, careful trigger timing, and supportive therapies may improve maturation rates.

Acupuncture offers a low-risk complementary approach that may enhance ovarian blood flow, hormone regulation, and stress resilience. While more high-quality research is needed, many patients report feeling more balanced and supported during their fertility journey.

As always, the most effective fertility care combines evidence-based medicine with personalized, whole-person support.

05/02/2026

Take the time for you this February, self care and balance are so important during these Winer months. If you are looking for muscle recovery, rebalance and reset, book your acupuncture appointment.

05/02/2026

Brave the big talk.

Don't leave talking to only one day, make the time for a conversation, share and listen to one another. Have a conversation about mental health and your own experiences.

There will always be times when we are living through an experience which can feel really big and difficult to talk about.

05/02/2026

World Cancer Day is on 4 February 2026.

The day is about raising awareness of just how many people around the UK have their lives changed by a cancer diagnosis.

It is a global initiative aimed at informing individuals about cancer, promoting early detection, prevention, and treatment, and advocating for improved access to healthcare services for cancer patients.

Acupuncture can be used to help manage some symptoms and side effects of cancer treatments. It is available in many NHS hospitals, pain clinics and hospices. Some cancer doctors and nurses are trained in acupuncture.

Acupuncture may be used to help with different symptoms. Studies have shown acupuncture may help to:

reduce nausea in people who have had chemotherapy
improve sleep
relieve pain
relieve hot flushes.

28/01/2026

Adjunctive TherapiesAdjunctive Therapies In clinic I offer adjunctive therapies dependant on your need and personalised treatment plan. These include:Moxibustion – A warming treatment through the use of a fortified herb “mugwort” which helps the body move energy. It is good for circulation, cold and pain as well as digestive and gynaecological conditions. A course of moxibustion can be used to encourage breech babies to turn.Cupping and Guasha – These are used to stimulate blood flow and Qi circulation to an area which has pain or stiffness.Dietary & Lifestyle support – Lifestyle advice is available which includes nutrition, supplements, exercise, sleep “hygiene” and stress management to support you in restoring balance and staying well.Fertility Bloods, Scans & Semen Analysis results – I offer a service to review fertility bloods, scans and semen analysis results to help you understand these in more depth.EFT/Tapping – EFT tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is a self-help method combining acupressure and cognitive therapy, where you gently tap on specific meridian points on your face and body while focusing on a negative emotion or issue, verbalizing phrases to address it. This process is believed to calm the nervous system, reduce stress hormones (like cortisol), and help process emotional distress, anxiety, trauma, or pain by creating a positive association with difficult feelingsInfrared Heat Therapy - An infrared heat lamp is an electrical device emitting infrared radiation (heat) used for warmth, pain relief (muscle/joint pain), improving circulation, speeding healing, by penetrating skin to reach tissues. IT is used to treat musculoskeletal issues and is beneficial for stubborn chronic pain, muscular tension and inflammation.

28/01/2026

Appointments & PricesPrivacy Policy This notice is to explain why I collect your personal data, and what I do with it, and to ensure I am working in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR); terms from the regulation are indicated in bold.When you supply your personal details to me, when we communicate by email, and when I take notes in the clinic, this information is stored and processed for four reasons in line with the GDPR requirements: I need to collect personal information about your health in order to diagnose and provide you with the best possible treatment. Your requesting treatment and my agreement to provide that care constitutes in law an (unwritten) contract. I have a legitimate interest in collecting that information, because without it I couldn’t practice acupuncture effectively and safely. I keep records of your contact information because I think that it is important that I can contact you in order to confirm your appointments with me or to update you on matters related to your medical care as appropriate. This again constitutes a legitimate interest, but this time it is your legitimate interest.Provided I have your consent (and this only needs to be verbal consent), I may occasionally send you individualised health information by email in the form of articles or advice. I will not send out generalised marketing unless you have explicitly provided me consent to do so. You may withdraw consent to receive emails at any time – just let me know by any convenient method. Any email or text exchanges we may have regarding your appointments, any aspect of your acupuncture care, or containing any personal data, will be deleted. Your email address is stored in my contacts, and I take all steps to ensure my data is as secure as possible.I have a legal obligation to retain your records for 8 years after your last appointment (or after you have reached age 25, if this is longer), and they will be securely destroyed within a maximum of 10 years. Your clinical records are stored only on paper, in individual paper files, and in a secure cabinet. Your email and phone number, not medical records will be stored on my office laptop. This is password protected, backed up regularly and the office is always locked and alarmed out of working hours.I keep an electronic scheduling system to manage all bookings for clients. This includes the name, email and telephone number only. This application is facilitated through SquareSpace who are GDPR compliant. As the data processor and to fulfil my GDPR duties I am responsible for the cleansing of all personal data from this application upon the completion of our working arrangement. I use SumUp as a payment system and I offer a bank transfer payment. SumUp will send a receipt to those customers who request this and enter their email or telephone number. For bank transfers payment I also offer an email receipt, if requested. All details of receipts are stored electronically on my password protected computer. These receipts hold details of acupuncture appointments and names of clients. Some record addresses of clients only if requested by the client for the purposes of claiming clinic fees on insurance. These documents are not seen by accountants and are purely for personal financial record keeping.I am the only person who has access to your records, invoice files and emails. I will never share your information with anyone who does not have a legal right of access without your written consent. Should you request treatment from a different practitioner who may require information from your notes, I will inform you what details have been requested and seek your consent.I will endeavor to keep your details accurate and up to date, by following up any changes to address and telephone number, health conditions and medications. You have the right to see what personal data of yours I hold, and you can also ask me to correct any factual errors. I am legally required to respond to any request from a client to see their personal data within a timescale of 30 days. However, I would ensure that I responded as soon as I possibly could to any reasonable request for access to personal records. I want you to be absolutely confident that I am treating your personal data responsibly, and that I will do everything I can to make sure that the only people who can access that data have a genuine need to do so. In the case of my practice this would most likely apply in the situation of me needing to make a referral to another health professional. Of course, if you feel that I am mishandling your personal data in some way, you have the right to complain. Please first raise your concern with me, as I hope very much I will be able deal with any concerns you might have. However, you can also raise a concern directly with the Information Commissioner’s Office on https://ico.org.uk/concerns

28/01/2026

Men's HealthWomen's Health Women’s HealthWhen thinking about women's health, there's a lot to consider. Knowing the diseases and conditions that are among the top health risks for women, such as heart disease and breast cancer, is important.But for many women, effectively managing other matters that affect daily health, such as premenstrual syndrome, birth control, PCOS, endometriosis, fertility, pregnancy symptoms, menopause and more, also is key to enjoying a vibrant life.I am experienced in these areas both as a practitioner & in some cases from a personal perspective. I have performed over a year’s worth of additional study and secured my post-graduate diploma in Gynaecology, Fertility and Obstetrics (DipObsGyn).Menstrual / Hormonal IssuesMenstrual cycle hormone issues involve imbalances in hormones like estrogen and progesterone, leading to irregular periods, heavy bleeding, severe PMS/PMDD (mood swings, fatigue, headaches, bloating, irritability), acne, weight changes, or fertility problems, all stemming from disrupted hormone levels affecting the cycle's normal regulation. These can range from common PMS to conditions like Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, fibroids, cysts or thyroid issues, affecting physical and mental well-being. Acupuncture can support in regulating hormones, and in turn, the menstrual cycle.FertilityFertility issues, or infertility, mean a couple can't conceive after a year (or six months if the woman's over 35) of regular, unprotected s*x, affecting about 1 in 6 couples, with causes in men (s***m issues, blockages) and women (ovulation, tubes, uterus, endometriosis, age). Acupuncture can help with fertility issues both male and female fertility. Acupuncture is often used in conjunction with assisted fertility such as IVF or ICSI. It helps to regulate hormones, improve blood flow to the reproductive organs and reduce stress.PregnancyAcupuncture is used in the early stages of pregnancy if there are any signs that the women’s body is weakening and a miscarriage threatens, or where there has been a history of miscarriages. Acupuncture can also be used in a healthy pregnancy, helping with anxiety, morning sickness, reflux, sciatica, oedema, aches and pains and pelvic pain. Acupuncture can also be used to turn breech babies and to induce labour naturally. Acupuncture is completely safe during pregnancy.Perimenopause / MenopauseMenopause is the natural biological stage when periods permanently stop, usually between ages 45-55, marked by lower hormone levels causing symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, sleep issues, migraines, and brain fog, with the transition (perimenopause) starting years before and lasting through the final period, which is confirmed after 12 months without one. Acupuncture can help with many issues associated with perimenopause and menopause. Acupuncture can safely be used alongside HRT, help those who aren’t able to take HRT or those who wish to choose a natural way of managing their symptoms.

28/01/2026

Women's HealthPrivacy Policy This notice is to explain why I collect your personal data, and what I do with it, and to ensure I am working in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR); terms from the regulation are indicated in bold.When you supply your personal details to me, when we communicate by email, and when I take notes in the clinic, this information is stored and processed for four reasons in line with the GDPR requirements: I need to collect personal information about your health in order to diagnose and provide you with the best possible treatment. Your requesting treatment and my agreement to provide that care constitutes in law an (unwritten) contract. I have a legitimate interest in collecting that information, because without it I couldn’t practice acupuncture effectively and safely. I keep records of your contact information because I think that it is important that I can contact you in order to confirm your appointments with me or to update you on matters related to your medical care as appropriate. This again constitutes a legitimate interest, but this time it is your legitimate interest.Provided I have your consent (and this only needs to be verbal consent), I may occasionally send you individualised health information by email in the form of articles or advice. I will not send out generalised marketing unless you have explicitly provided me consent to do so. You may withdraw consent to receive emails at any time – just let me know by any convenient method. Any email or text exchanges we may have regarding your appointments, any aspect of your acupuncture care, or containing any personal data, will be deleted. Your email address is stored in my contacts, and I take all steps to ensure my data is as secure as possible.I have a legal obligation to retain your records for 8 years after your last appointment (or after you have reached age 25, if this is longer), and they will be securely destroyed within a maximum of 10 years. Your clinical records are stored only on paper, in individual paper files, and in a secure cabinet. Your email and phone number, not medical records will be stored on my office laptop. This is password protected, backed up regularly and the office is always locked and alarmed out of working hours.I keep an electronic scheduling system to manage all bookings for clients. This includes the name, email and telephone number only. This application is facilitated through SquareSpace who are GDPR compliant. As the data processor and to fulfil my GDPR duties I am responsible for the cleansing of all personal data from this application upon the completion of our working arrangement. I use SumUp as a payment system and I offer a bank transfer payment. SumUp will send a receipt to those customers who request this and enter their email or telephone number. For bank transfers payment I also offer an email receipt, if requested. All details of receipts are stored electronically on my password protected computer. These receipts hold details of acupuncture appointments and names of clients. Some record addresses of clients only if requested by the client for the purposes of claiming clinic fees on insurance. These documents are not seen by accountants and are purely for personal financial record keeping.I am the only person who has access to your records, invoice files and emails. I will never share your information with anyone who does not have a legal right of access without your written consent. Should you request treatment from a different practitioner who may require information from your notes, I will inform you what details have been requested and seek your consent.I will endeavor to keep your details accurate and up to date, by following up any changes to address and telephone number, health conditions and medications. You have the right to see what personal data of yours I hold, and you can also ask me to correct any factual errors. I am legally required to respond to any request from a client to see their personal data within a timescale of 30 days. However, I would ensure that I responded as soon as I possibly could to any reasonable request for access to personal records. I want you to be absolutely confident that I am treating your personal data responsibly, and that I will do everything I can to make sure that the only people who can access that data have a genuine need to do so. In the case of my practice this would most likely apply in the situation of me needing to make a referral to another health professional. Of course, if you feel that I am mishandling your personal data in some way, you have the right to complain. Please first raise your concern with me, as I hope very much I will be able deal with any concerns you might have. However, you can also raise a concern directly with the Information Commissioner’s Office on https://ico.org.uk/concerns

28/01/2026

What is acupuncture?What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is a system of healing in Chinese Medicine that has been practiced for over 2,500 yearsAccording to Traditional Chinese Medicine, good health is dependent on Qi or vital energy moving through the body along lines called meridians. An indication that Qi is out of balance or blocked is shown by symptoms of pain, illness or other physical and emotional signs.Acupuncture is a holistic therapy that focuses on the whole person, aiming to stimulate the body’s own ability to heal and therefore restore balance physically and mentally. Acupuncture involves inserting fine needles into the skin at specific points on the meridians and at specific depths. The use of needles on the meridians is to connect with the body’s Qi and direct the flow of energy to trigger the body’s own healing response.To book an appointment, click on the link, or please email me at michelle@yolo-acupuncture.co.uk Understanding more about Traditional Acupuncture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLJS4py9SJw

28/01/2026

Yolo Acupuncture Privacy PolicyWelcome to YOLO Acupuncture – An Award-Winning Clinic Relieve Pain, Revitalise and Reexperience Balance Acupuncture is a natural, time-tested therapy that supports your body’s ability to heal itself. Whether you’re dealing with pain, imbalances, or just need help finding calm and to feel more revitalised, acupuncture could be the gentle reset you need.

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Michelle Jahina Five Element Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine accessible from Ruddington, West Bridgford, Plumtree, Keyworth, Cotgrave, Radcliffe on Trent, Cropwell Bishop, Bunny and Nottingham.I treat a wide range of conditions to help you and your body feel your best.You will be supported in my practice with skills and extensive experience gained over several years. I take a whole-body holistic approach, identifying the root cause of disharmony in the body or mind. I explore a range of physical, mental, and emotional health factors to enable you the best healing outcome. Acupuncture is a holistic therapy that focuses on the whole person, aiming to stimulate the body’s own ability to heal and therefore restore balance physically and mentally. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, good health is dependent on Qi or vital energy moving through the body along lines called meridians. I work with all these meridians removing blocks to restore balance and good health.I have a special interest in Fertility, Obstetrics and Gynaecology to provide much more detailed support to both men and women in this area. About Michelle Jahina Lic.Ac, DipObsGyn, MSc, BSc (HONS), M.B.Ac.C, FEA My name is Michelle and I am a fully qualified Five Elements acupuncturist and facial enhancement acupuncturist working from a quiet and relaxing clinic in Ruddington, Nottinghamshire, situated close to West Bridgford, Keyworth, Plumtree, Cotgrave, Cropwell Bishop, Radcliffe of Trent, and Nottingham City Centre.After finding out in my early 20’s I have severe endometriosis and had to undergo surgery treatment and later finding I had fertility issues, I turned to Eastern medicine as an alternative to help me. I researched lifestyle, exercise, nutrition, supplements as well as acupuncture. I was so taken by acupuncture and how it help me both my outlook on having children, relaxing my nervous system, and helping me feel calm in what was an emotional roller-coaster I chose to retrain as an acupuncturist. In my free time I enjoy meditation, swimming, cycling, and walking in nature with my Labrador. In 2026 I won a prestigious award, Prestige Awards Central England 2025/2026, shortlisted and chosen from hundreds of participants across the UK.

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Training & Qualifications I trained at The Acupuncture Academy in Lemington Spa and hold a Professional Licentiate in Acupuncture, which is a three-year degree level qualification accredited by the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board. My training was comprehensive and covered all aspects of Chinese medical and acupuncture theory, anatomy, biomedicine, and clinical skills. The training had a focus on Five Element Acupuncture which means that I treat the person as a whole at mind, body, spirit level in preference to focusing on symptoms alone.Alongside my Lic.Ac, I have post-graduate and further training in:Diploma in Gynaecology, Fertility, and Obstetrics with The Institute of Chinese MedicineFacial Enhancement Acupuncture with Paul AdkinMatrix Reimprinting and Emotional Freedom Technique EFT for trauma, anxiety, panic attacks and phobias with Karl Dawson.Diploma in Baby MassageMember of the Acupuncture Fertility Network (AFN)Member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) I hold full medical malpractice and public liability insurance cover, and I am licensed with Nottinghamshire County Council.As a member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC), I adhere to the Council’s Codes of Safe Practice and Professional conduct. British Acupuncture Council members are also registered with the Professional Standards Authority which is a government body set up to regulate health and social care providers and is accountable to Parliament.

I would highly recommend Michelle. I have seen other Acupuncturists before and they have nothing like the knowledge she does. She is so very helpful and offers great advice and guidance. I would never use anyone else again.
Michele

The Power of Acupuncture My tailored Chinese Medicine treatments are designed to help your body, mind and spirit, supporting you to restore your balance and harmony every day. AcupunctureAcupuncture is a system of healing in Chinese Medicine that has been practiced for over 2,500 years Acupuncture is a holistic therapy that focuses on the whole person, aiming to stimulate the body’s own ability to heal and therefore restore balance physically and mentally.

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Women’s and Men’s FertilityI am passionate about treating men’s and women’s health, having had fertility issues and endometriosis since I was 21 years old, this is a keen area of interest for me. I treat all aspects of women’s health ranging from IVF, pregnancy, PCOS, amenorrhoea, dysmenorrhea, PMS, endometriosis and more. I also treat male infertility to support men to improve their s***m count, motility, mobility and morphology.

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Facial Enhancement Acupuncture (FEA)Also known as facial rejuvenation acupuncture, this is a natural way of reducing the signs of ageing. FEA stimulates blood flow and Qi energy in the facial and neck areas encouraging the production of collagen and elastin to boost skin cell rejuvenation. Auricular AcupunctureAuricular or ear acupuncture is a therapeutic self-regulating homeostatic mechanism of the whole body. Auricular acupuncture can be used as a standalone treatment or used alongside body points to enhance the overall healing. Auricular acupuncture treatments are used in the following areas:Cessation of smokingWeight loss and overeatingInsomniaDrug and alcohol addiction

Michelle is such a professional. After discussing my back problem with me and taking a full history, she made me feel comfortable and confident by explaining a treatment plan. Any nerves I had about the treatment soon disappeared as she explained how acupuncture would alleviate my back pain and symptoms of sciatica. The treatment was effective as I had hoped and started to give relief after the first session. Thoroughly recommended.
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Free 10 minute Phone or Video Consultation. Still unsure if acupuncture is right for you. Book a free 10 minute consultation on 077699069692

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