Nicky Thomas Acupuncture & Yoga

16/06/2025

I’m excited to share that I’ll be co-hosting a Yoga, Qi Gong and art retreat in Spain next year.

Whether you’re looking to enjoy a daily restorative yoga practice, be introduced to the mindful movement practice of Qi Gong, and connect with your inner artist in the natural beauty of beautiful Andalucia, this retreat is for you. No experience necessary. It’s going to be a little nourishing, restful, and creative getaway for your mind, body and soul.

Date: 12th - 18th May 2026
Location: Competa, Andalucia

If this sounds like something you need, just send me a message, or for more information visit:

https://www.ioneharrison.co.uk/_files/ugd/081a97_032167499cb942aaa114df55e02e3c49.pdf

Or to book:

https://www.ioneharrison.co.uk/service-page/andalucia-painting-yoga-retreat?referral=service_list_widget

Find balance, creativity and wellness with this painting and yoga retreat in Casa Surrender, Andalucia. All levels of experience welcome!

06/04/2025

Join myself, and professional watercolour artist Ione Harrison, for a creative, nourishing, and relaxing Yoga, Qi Gong and Art retreat In gorgeous Kerala, Southern India, next January. Here you’ll enjoy immersing yourself in daily yoga and Qi Gong sessions, painting workshops, and the natural beauty of this tropical paradise.

Only a few places left. For more information, or to book a place, please visit….

Find balance, creativity and wellness with this painting and yoga retreat in Kerala, Southern India. All levels of experience welcome!

15/05/2024

An interesting article, by the new course director of the NCA, about the importance of ‘movement’ for mental health

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week focusing on raising awareness about the importance of “movement” for people who are experiencing mental health difficulties. Acupuncture Course Director Tony Sigrist has been a long-time mental health campaigner. Read his take on the campaign and its important message - which is probably pertinent for us all. https://www.ncablog.co.uk/tonys-take-on-mental-health-awareness-week-2024/

14/01/2024

What will happen when I go for acupuncture?

We know that, for some, the idea of that initial appointment can be a little daunting. Trying anything unknown can cause apprehension but you’ve done it, you’ve contacted your local BAcC practitioner for that initial appointment – so, what can you expect?

Traditional treatment is based on a thorough consultation – an holistic overview of your health, lifestyle and any other contributing factors such as diet.

A BAcC acupuncturist will take your medical history, read your pulse, may examine the site of your symptoms, and may look at your tongue. Your individual treatment plan will be based on your current health and lifestyle, and your acupuncturist will decide which combination of points is right for your whole body, as well as your symptoms.

For other frequently asked questions, visit: https://acupuncture.org.uk/faqs/

12/12/2023

As the growing evidence (including the NICE recommendation for primary chronic pain) brings acupuncture more and more into the public domain, increasing numbers of biomedical healthcare professiona…

16/10/2023

“💪 This study provides insight into the potential molecular mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effects of in primary management and depression prevention.

The risk of developing depression was reduced by 64% in acupuncture users compared with non-acupuncture users during the 19-year follow-up period. The decrease was dose-dependent.”

Acupuncture may protect against the development of depression in patients with primary dysmenorrhea. This study provides insight into the potential molecular mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effects of acupuncture in primary dysmenorrhea management and depression prevention. The risk of develop...

14/09/2023

An article that I recently wrote about finding your path through the menopause...

https://www.nickythomasyork.com/blog/2023/7/15/acupuncture-support-for-the-menopause

Please contact me at nickyjanethomas123@gmail.com if you have questions about how acupuncture might support you.

Drawing on acupuncture as a steadying resource

14/04/2023

An article I wrote about the benefits of acupuncture for chronic back pain in Family Medicine magazine.

For further information, or an appointment, email: nickyjanethomas123@gmail.com.

Acupuncture treatment for lower back pain was removed from the NICE guidelines in the 2016 update, but the British Acupuncture Council say that it can provide pain relief, reduce inflammation and improve the outcome when added to conventional treatments such as rehabilitation exercises.

10/03/2023

High quality evidence from a number of systematic reviews and meta-analyses have found acupuncture to be effective for osteoarthritis, superior to both sham acupuncture needling and usual care, including pain medication.

24/02/2023

This day is going to be gorgeous! Heal your own aches and pains, learn movement strategies to help you and your patients. Spine care is so central to all health.

Nicky and Helen are such a qualified team. Join them for this nourishing workshop for Acupuncturists.



https://thepractitionerhub.co.uk/courses/movement-resources/

22/02/2023

We are delighted to be offering this practical course taught by two highly qualified teachers - Helen Singleton, Acupuncturist and Physiotherapist, and Nicky Thomas, Acupuncturist and Yoga teacher. Together they will offer you movement techniques to use with your patients to help their spine health. This day course will cover:
A review of spinal anatomy, including the neck, thoracic and lower back areas of the spine.
Why we get pain in the neck, thoracic/chest area, and lower back/sacrum, including common presentations.
What red flags do you need to be aware of?
Practical work and experiential learning to reinforce material covered in the Workshop.
Access to a YouTube channel for your use, and to refer your patients to.
For more info and bookings:
https://thepractitionerhub.co.uk/courses/movement-resources/

We are delighted to be offering this practical course taught by two highly qualified teachers - Helen Singleton, Acupuncturist and Physiotherapist, and Nicky Thomas, Acupuncturist and Yoga teacher. Together they will offer you movement techniques to use with your patients to help their spine health. This day course will cover:

A review of spinal anatomy, including the neck, thoracic and lower back areas of the spine.

Why we get pain in the neck, thoracic/chest area, and lower back/sacrum, including common presentations.

What red flags do you need to be aware of?

Practical work and experiential learning to reinforce material covered in the Workshop.

Access to a YouTube channel for your use, and to refer your patients to.

For more info and bookings:
https://thepractitionerhub.co.uk/courses/movement-resources/

08/02/2023

The results of this meta-analysis suggest that real acupuncture has superior effect over placebo acupuncture in increasing parasympathetic tone and in this way may improve physical well-being.