Chronic Pain
Relief • Movement • Healing
Living with chronic pain can be exhausting — physically, mentally, and emotionally. It can affect every aspect of life: sleep, mood, work, relationships, and the simple ability to enjoy day-to-day activities.
At Wild Heart Acupuncture, we recognise that chronic pain is complex and highly individual. It can arise from a past injury, illness, inflammation, nerve sensitivity, or sometimes without a clear cause. Over time, persistent pain can influence the nervous system, stress response, and overall wellbeing — creating a cycle that can be difficult to break.
Chronic pain is often defined as pain that persists for longer than three months. It can be localised (e.g. back, neck, or joints) or widespread (e.g. fibromyalgia), and may fluctuate in intensity. Many people also experience accompanying symptoms such as fatigue, muscle tension, sleep disturbances, or emotional stress.
Each person’s experience of pain is unique. Factors such as stress, trauma, sleep, posture, and emotional health can all play a role in how the body processes pain signals. A holistic approach considers the whole person — not just the site of discomfort.
Common Conditions Addressed:
Back, neck, and shoulder pain
Joint pain in knees, hips, or ankles
Headaches and migraines
Fibromyalgia or widespread musculoskeletal pain
Post-surgical or injury-related pain
Understanding Chronic Pain
How Acupuncture May Support People Living with Pain
Acupuncture is one part of a comprehensive approach to managing chronic pain. It is a traditional therapy that involves the gentle insertion of very fine needles into specific points on the body.
Research suggests that acupuncture may influence the body’s natural pain-modulating systems, including the nervous and circulatory systems.
Many people seek acupuncture as a supportive therapy to help with:
Reducing pain and muscle tension
Supporting relaxation and stress management
Improving sleep quality
Promoting general wellbeing
While everyone responds differently, acupuncture aims to restore balance within the body and support its natural healing mechanisms. It can be used alongside conventional medical care, physiotherapy, and other allied health treatments.
During your treatment at Wild Heart Acupuncture, we’ll explore not only where the pain is felt, but also how it affects your daily life. Treatment plans are tailored to your unique pattern of symptoms and may include acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, or lifestyle and dietary advice from a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective. The consultation will include:
Thorough consultation on pain history, triggers, and lifestyle
Individualised acupuncture treatment
Optional complementary therapies: moxibustion, cupping, Gua Sha
Lifestyle, movement, and posture guidance for long-term relief
What to Expect in a Session
A Holistic Approach
Chronic pain affects both body and mind. Acupuncture addresses root causes, supporting physical relief, emotional resilience, and improved quality of life.
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