Frequently Asked Questions
Finchley Acupuncture
Does acupuncture hurt?
No, acupuncture does not hurt. Sometimes a dull pressure or tingling is felt around the area when the needle is inserted, but there is no pain. Most people are amazed by how relaxed they feel during and after the treatment. This can only occur if the treatment is comfortable and gentle.
There are alternative systems to stimulate the acupuncture points such as acupressure, laser pen stimulation and magnets, these systems are generally used on babies and children that tend to move too much during treatment.
Is acupuncture safe?
As long as it is in the hands of a competent practitioner, acupuncture is extremely safe. Acupuncturists are required by law in the UK to use disposable needles that are safely discarded after one use.
Is it possible to treat children and babies with Chinese medicine?
Definitely, we have experience treating common paediatric conditions such as abdominal pain and digestive problems, skin problems, low immunity causing recurrent colds and flu, asthma, bedwetting, diabetes symptoms, ADHD.
We treat children using laser pen stimulation on acupuncture points, magnets, massage on acupuncture points and gentle cupping therapy, and then we give parents a set of points to use on the child at home to help with the condition.
Children respond very well to treatments and it is a pleasure for the practitioner to see the happiness of the parents when children health gets better.
What conditions are treated with acupuncture and herbal medicine?
Musculo-skeletal problems acute and chronic: neck pain, backache, repetitive strain injury, arthritis, Bell's palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, headaches, migraines.
Mental-emotional problems: Anxiety and agitation, fear, depression, insomnia, poor memory, panic attacks, ADHD, stress related problems.
Ear, nose, lungs and throat problems: Hayfever, sinusitis, tinnitus, sore throat, colds and flu, asthma, bronchitis.
Digestive problems: chronic diarrhoea or constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, bloatedness, hepatitis symptoms, sluggish digestion.
Male and female infertility: ART support, anovulation
Gynaecological problems: painful periods, irregular periods, chronic cystitis, thrush, endometriosis pains, PMS, PCOS, heavy periods, cysts.
Allergies and autoimmune
diseases, low immunity
Skin problems (treated with herbal medicine): psoriasis, eczema, perioral dermatitis, rosacea, fungal and yeast infections, vitiligo, urticaria, herpes simplex, herpes
zoster. Please click here to read a variety of informative health articles for more information on some of the conditions we treat
Does insurance cover acupuncture?
Finchley Acupuncture will gladly give you a superbill to submit for insurance reimbursement. There are many cash plans that cover acupuncture and also health insurance plans. Please check the Insurance page in this site for more information on insurance covering acupuncture GP referral might be necessary in order to claim.
What forms of payment are accepted?
Cash, check, visa and mastercard are the accepted forms of payment.
How many treatments will I need?
This is unique to the individual. For most chronic conditions, 5-12 treatments on a weekly basis tend to offer the best outcome. Some people notice an immediate improvement in their health while for others acupuncture tends to have a cumulative effect over several visits.
Does the clinic offer Chinese herbs? If so, what kind?
Yes, we are linked to an extensive Chinese herbal pharmacy (the pharmacy have more than 400 herbs) that consists primarily of dry herbs and powders that are blended and tailored according to the specific patient condition.
What else has our clinic had success in treating?
What is ryodoraku acupuncture?
In 1951 Dr. Yoshio Nakatani presented his research and theory of RYODORAKU Acupuncture. Dr. Nakatani had found that there were a series of low electrical resistance points (or high electrical conductivity) running longitudinally up and down the body. When linked together these points closely matched the acupuncture meridians. Dr. Nakatani called these lines (or meridians) “Ryodoraku” (ryo = good, 'do is (electro) conductive, 'raku = line).
At our clinic modern technology offers the possibility to use a Digital Meridian Imaging ™ system in order to measure the electrical skin conductivity at the most bioelectrically active points in the meridian. Your practitioner will use the system in a short examination by touching a moistened probe to acupuncture points on your hands and feet. Ryodoraku measurements allow the practitioner to measure and analyse the energy status of each acupuncture meridian and the state of balance of the energy in organs. This allows the practitioner to make better-informed decisions than ever before about your condition, and provide the best treatment possible.
What Sets Our Clinic Apart From Other Chinese Medical Practitioners?
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Luca was the staff acupuncturists at Gateway clinic (Lambeth Hospital, London). The clinic was seeing more than 17000 patients per year. Luca has seen a wide variety of cases and treated many conditions not normally seen in private practice
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A comprehensive diagnosis is clearly communicated to you
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We love what we do and are devoted to top quality patient care.
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We take our time with you: up to 1.5 hours in the first visit (inclusive of treatment) and 60 minute follow-ups for musculo skeletal problems.
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We educate you about what's wrong, why and how it can be healed according to Chinese medical principles.
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We always email our patients a set of points easy to locate on the body that can be stimulated at home either by acupressure or laser pen in order to achieve optimum results and correct imbalances faster
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When you get acupuncture treatments, we give nutritional advice, lifestyle advice, herbal consultation, cupping, moxibustion, infrared therapy, and tuina massage as needed.
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We routinely screen all our patients using a ryodoraku digital meridian imaging system to analyse and document (in a simple graphical way) the energetic status of the acupuncture meridians.
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All of our herbs are GMP certified, safe, effective and free from pesticides, preservatives and contamination.
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You can speak to Luca, the owner of
Finchley Acupuncture clinic, directly about your needs.
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Your treatment is personally tailored to your needs. Many acupuncturists use the same protocols on all of their patients. At
Finchley Acupuncture, your treatment specifically reflects your unique individual dynamics.
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Evening and Saturday appointments are available.
Luca Fioretti PhD
0208 123 7637
Finchley Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
103 Ballards Lane
London N3 1XY
The premier acupuncture clinic serving Finchley, Golders Green, Muswell Hill, Hendon, Totteridge and Whetstone areas
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