Migraines are complex. They can involve pain pathways, sleep, stress, hormones, digestion, medication use, and other health factors. If you are considering acupuncture, it is worth discussing where it may fit alongside your existing care.
What we discuss first
In an initial consultation we may talk through:
- your headache or migraine pattern
- sleep, stress, food, screen, posture, and cycle-related triggers
- current medication and advice from your GP or specialist
- symptoms that are best reviewed by a medical practitioner first
- whether acupuncture is suitable for you
Acupuncture may be one part of a broader plan for some people seeking help with pain, stress, or fatigue related to headaches or migraine. Individual responses vary.
What to expect in a session
Japanese acupuncture usually uses very fine needles and a light-touch style. Some people feel a slight prick, warmth, heaviness, a dull ache, or a numb tingle. Your comfort and medical history guide the approach used.
When to seek additional care
Please check in promptly with a medical practitioner for sudden severe headache, visual changes, weakness, speech difficulty, fever, head injury, or a headache pattern that is new or unusual for you. Keep your GP or specialist involved, especially if medications change.
Thinking about acupuncture?
If you want to discuss whether acupuncture is suitable for your situation, book an initial consultation in West End or Samford: Book now. You may also like: Acupuncture vs Dry Needling.