Acupuncture
Enhancing your Treatment
Acupuncture in Harwich – Natural Relief for Pain, Stress & More
At Katherine Thurston Family Osteopath, we offer gentle, effective acupuncture treatments tailored to your needs — from chronic pain to stress and hormonal support.
🌿 What Can Holistic Acupuncture Help With?
Many people are surprised by just how many conditions acupuncture can support. Whether you’re dealing with long-term pain, hormonal changes, or stress-related symptoms, acupuncture works by helping the body rebalance itself — gently, naturally, and holistically.
At Katherine Thurston Family Osteopath, we see patients using acupuncture for a wide range of concerns:
Body & Pain
Musculoskeletal Pain
Acupuncture is well known for its ability to reduce pain and inflammation, especially when it comes to:
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Back and neck pain
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Shoulder tension and frozen shoulder
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Sciatica and nerve-related discomfort
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Knee pain and joint stiffness
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Chronic muscle tightness
We often combine acupuncture with osteopathy to enhance recovery and restore comfortable movement.
Headaches & Migraines
Tension headaches and migraines often stem from muscular tension, posture, or nervous system dysregulation. Acupuncture helps by:
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Relaxing tight muscles
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Improving blood flow
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Calming overactive nerve signals
Many of our clients report fewer headaches and better quality sleep after a short course of treatment.
Stress & Sleep
Modern life is stressful — and that takes a toll on both mind and body. Acupuncture supports the parasympathetic nervous system (the “rest and digest” side), which promotes:
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Deeper sleep
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Lower stress levels
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Improved emotional resilience
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Reduced symptoms of anxiety and burnout
Sessions are calming and restorative — like pressing pause on a racing mind.
Internal Health & Wellness
Hormonal & Menstrual Support​
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Acupuncture can support women through different hormonal phases, including:
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Irregular or painful periods
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PCOS or endometriosis
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PMS or PMDD
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Perimenopause and menopause symptoms (e.g. hot flushes, irritability, insomnia)
It’s also a popular choice for women seeking natural fertility support or wanting a gentle approach postnatally.
Digestive Concerns
Many people don’t realise that acupuncture can help ease:
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IBS and bloating
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Constipation or irregular bowel movements
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Indigestion or reflux
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Nausea (including pregnancy-related nausea)
By supporting the nervous system and abdominal circulation, symptoms often improve without medication.
Energy & Wellbeing
Even if you're not in pain, acupuncture can support your general health:
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Boosting immune response
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Reducing fatigue
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Improving circulation
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Enhancing mood and mental clarity