Acupuncture Dry Needling

What is acupuncture? Traditional acupuncture is a healthcare system based on ancient principles which date back to nearly two thousand years ago. It uses a positive model of good health and the functioning of the body, and is based upon the fact that pain and illness are signs that the body is out of balance. The aim of acupuncture treatment is therefore to restore the body’s equilibrium. What makes this healthcare system so unique is that it is suited to a modern way of life in that physical, emotional and mental senses are seen as interdependent, and reflect what people believe is the connection between the different aspects of their lives. Traditional acupuncturists believe that the basic principle of treatment is that illnesses and pain occur when the body’s qi, or vital energy, cannot flow freely within the body. There can be numerous reasons for this, such as emotional and physical stress. Also poor nutrition, infection and injury are attributed as common complaints. By inserting very-fine sterile needles into specific acupuncture points within the body, a traditional acupuncturist looks to regenerate the free flow of this vital energy to restore balance and assist the body’s natural healing response.

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How we assess and diagnose you

  • First Session

    During the first session, the physiotherapist will conduct a thorough initial clinical assessment to identify the source of your symptoms and uncover any underlying causes. The findings will be discussed with you.

  • First Session

    It is important for you to have a full understanding of your problem so that an agreed plan of action can be implemented. In addition to treating your injury, we want to particularly focus on helping you achieve your specific individual goals. Treatment would normally begin in this session.

  • Follow-up Sessions

    During follow-up sessions your symptoms will be reviewed and treatment conducted on a session-by-session basis.

  • Follow-up Sessions

    It is advisable to bring a pair of shorts if the problem is related to your leg or lower back. For ladies we recommend you wear a vest top if your complaint relates to your upper body/neck.

Testimonials

  • Ana has been my physio for more than 5 years now. She has been able to help me with various ailments, mostly resulting from 3 pregnancies in quick succession, and sports injuries. She’s professional, staying on top of the newest treatments and just generally a lovely person. Highly recommended.

    - Carolin W
  • James is a top chiropodist, he removed my in growing toenail painlessly. He is also a good guy and the service here has been first rate.

    - Austen M
  • The Great Health Clinic is a fantastic service – very efficient and helpful. Chiropodist James Nguessan is absolutely wonderful – incredibly good and also very friendly and kind. Can’t praise him or the Clinic enough!

    - Emma
  • I have had excellent service from both podiatrists at the Great Health Clinic. I have found James N’Guessan and Carlos Galvis Ocampo gentle, professional and so knowledgable. I am very very grateful to have found them and could not wish for better care for my fee. Thank you.

    - Pam K
  • Excellent podiatrist. James was knowledgeable, professional and informative. Completely sorted me out. I will be back if needed!
    - Roy M
  • Truly recommend Ana Gomez!!!
    I had a full ACL reconstruction on my right knee in March and after that Ana was the physio doing my rehabilitation.
    Now, almost 6 months later I’m able to run, cycle and sport normally.

    Once again, a bit thanks to The Great Health Clinic and especially to the receptionists and to Ana Gomez.

    - Fabio
  • Dr Ana Gomez did a full thorough consultation and spine neck adjustment in order for my recover which she gave after care advice and physio to work on. I am a practitioner of Brazilian jiujitsu and was neck cranked almost similar to that of Whiplash and my back and neck was frozen and in need of some serious treatment and I was fortunate and pleased that there is this clinic in north london. Thank you and will return if any other serious injuries occur.

    - D D
  • Arto is fantastic. Will definitely return for next sports massage.

    - KT
  • I have been coming to this clinic for several years. James is an excellent chiropodist offering quality treatment and professional advice. Dancing is much more fun after a treatment.

    - Maeve
  • Marvelous- my dance teacher says the only time she’s happy is the day after I’ve been ‘serviced’. Well, I know what she means, but it’s even better than that: my feet sing, every time! Thank you.

    - Kiran
  • Joseph is a good chiropodist! Just as well as I am about to go walking in Scotland- my feet now feel ready for it.

    - Penelope
  • Always a pleasure to come here! Highly recommended.

    - Elizabeth
  • Another enjoyable visit be back again.

    - John
  • Reception, the lady was pleasant, very helpful, Joseph was great.

    - Mehmet
  • Pleasant and always to time.

    - Phyllis
  • Great treatment as always, and friendly competent staff.

    - Simon
  • Warm welcome. Nifty footwork from Joseph and good chat too! Thank you!

    - Jane
  • Appreciate why Joseph was recommended to me. Very good.

    - Colin
  • Excellent as always, professional advice and good quality care rounded off with fantastic customer service!

    - Gavin
  • Excellent service.

    - Swinder
  • Very good as always. Professional and very effective.

    - Alastair
  • Excellent!

    - Catherine
  • Delighted.

    - Mandy
  • Having my feet done by Joseph is a great help and I feel a lot better since I’ve been coming here.

    - Doris
  • Always feel like I’m in experts’ hands. Thank you!

    - Claire
  • It’s a pleasure to come and get such good treatment.

    - Jane
  • Always happier when I leave than when I came in- lovely not to feel sore!

    - Ruby
  • I am glad to come back here, very happy with the treatment and staff.

    - Martine
  • The toe strikes again! Thank you Joseph for fixing it!

    - Sue
  • Marvellous Joseph and Natalie! Thank you!

    - Diana
  • Back pain gone, I had it for a long time, now finally I feel much better!

    - Roberto
  • Absolutely fantastic and staff are wonderful. I want to thank them all especially Natalie. New feet every time I leave the clinic.

    - Nancie
  • What bliss! I can walk comfortably again.

    - Barbara
  • Joseph always does a good job!

    - David
  • Thanks for a good job Joseph!

    - William
  • I had both great treatment from the physiotherapist and also the front desk/manager. Wonderful place, excellent people- made a difficult situation as easy as possible. Many thanks!!

    - Naomi
  • Joseph, the chiropodist, very good and great personality too.

    - Anne
  • First visit very good, be back again.

    - Eileen
  • Feeling better already. Thanks Ana.-Tamsin

    - Tamsin
  • No fault after 20 years plus. Reception very helpful and always have time for you. Treatment is very good and it works.

    - Alice
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    - Jo and John
  • Always a pleasure to come here, twice a year from Italy.

    - Claude
  • I have been coming here for years and have always had very good service. Joseph is an excellent ‘foot man’ and I always feel like I’m walking on air after each session.

    - Jacqueline
  • Thank you Ana, great advice and very friendly.

    - Tom
  • Ana- thanks for sorting me out and getting me moving yet again.

    - Sue
  • Excellent Joseph, been coming here since 1982!!!

    - Roy
  • The lady (Ana) knows her stuff. Excellent.

    - Michael
  • A brilliant and extremely nice experience, thanks Adam.

    - Debra
  • I came here in November 2012 with my feet in a desperate condition; I had been prescribed totally inappropriate creams etc for a serious foot infection by my GP and was in some pain. Mercifully I was recommended by my sister to come here; in short Joseph gave me my life back- he managed the situation quite brilliantly, I cannot thank him enough. Thanks to Joseph I am now back to my daily “fix” of swimming in cold water at Parliament Hill Lido. Magical!

    - Mike
  • It’s been fabulous with Ana. She’s really helped me a lot. I was very lucky to be told about this place. It was recommended by a doctor friend who also came here. I’ve been telling everyone about Ana too.

    - Kim
  • Excellent massage and service. Recommended to all!

    - Sarah
  • Corn free for the first time in over ten years. Thank you, Adam.

    - Michael
  • Lovely sessions with Ana and Joseph. They have made me pain-free once more and I am truly grateful for their excellent expertise.

    - Susan
  • Working on my feet all day has lead to some neglect, having a session at the clinic has given me a new pair of feet for the coming year. Thanks.

    - Henry
  • Excellent, welcoming service. Great confidence in treatment offered.

    - Carole
  • Great service- I have been coming here for years.

    - Rachael
  • Still coming after 25 years.

    - Alice

The Great Health Clinic Team



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