About Exeter Quayside Acupuncture
Exeter Quayside Acupuncture is run by Patti O'Brien, a fully qualified, licensed and insured acupuncturist registered with the British Acupuncture Council. She practises an integration of Five Element Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Japanese Meridian Therapy, bringing together complementary approaches to support your wellbeing.
The clinic offers traditional acupuncture and moxibustion treatments, drawing on Eastern medicine practices refined over thousands of years. Whether you're managing pain, looking to improve performance, or seeking support for anxiety and low mood, acupuncture can help address the root cause of what you're experiencing rather than just symptoms.
Exeter Quayside Acupuncture provides a personalised approach to your care, with clear communication from the outset about what to expect from your treatment. If you're considering acupuncture for the first time, the clinic welcomes your questions and wants you to feel confident that the therapy is right for you.
Treatments & Pricing
Acupuncture
Sterile ultrafine needles inserted into acupuncture points, retained 20-30 minutes.
Cupping
Popular with athletes, helpful for musculoskeletal problems and immunity.
Moxa and Ontake Warm Bamboo
Warming herb Artemisia vulgaris for indirect warming of acupuncture points.
Auricular Acupuncture
Tiny needles and press seeds in outer ear for anxiety and addiction.
Guasha
Moving Qi over skin to relax muscles and relieve hot flushes.
Tui Na
Chinese medical massage and acupressure stimulating points without piercing skin.
Yang Sheng Advice
Traditional Chinese lifestyle advice to support healing and long-term improvement.
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Frequently asked questions
What qualifications and insurance does the acupuncturist have?
Patti O'Brien is a fully qualified, licensed and insured Acupuncturist with the qualification Lic. Ac, BSc(Hons). She is also a member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC).
What types of acupuncture does Exeter Quayside Acupuncture offer?
Patti practises an integration of Five Element Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Japanese Meridian Therapy (Toyohari). The clinic also offers Moxibustion as part of its treatment options.
What should I expect before my first appointment?
Before you come to the clinic, you'll receive an email with a form asking for your contact details and other relevant information to prepare for your treatment.
How long has acupuncture been used as a therapy?
Acupuncture based on Chinese medicine has been practised and refined for over 2,000 years and is widely used today.
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