Back, Neck & Joint Pain
Back, neck, and joint pain are some of the most common reasons people seek treatment, whether caused by injury, posture, arthritis, or simply the wear and tear of daily life. At Health Point Clinic, we provide a comprehensive approach to pain relief and mobility, using acupuncture and a range of massage therapies to ease discomfort, restore movement, and improve long-term function.
Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain can be acute (sudden onset from lifting or twisting) or chronic (ongoing discomfort often linked to posture, disc degeneration, or muscle imbalance). Acupuncture and massage work together to relieve muscle spasm, reduce inflammation, and restore balance to the spine and supporting structures.
Neck & Shoulder Pain
Neck and shoulder pain often stems from stress, poor posture, or repetitive strain. Treatment helps release tension, improve mobility, and reduce referred pain such as headaches or arm discomfort. Massage can provide immediate relief for tight muscles, while acupuncture addresses deeper imbalances and nerve involvement.
Joint Pain & Stiffness
Painful or stiff joints in the knees, hips, wrists, or ankles can significantly affect your ability to move comfortably. Our treatments aim to reduce swelling and discomfort, improve circulation, and restore joint function, helping you stay active and mobile.
Arthritis & Age Related Wear & Tear
Osteoarthritis and degenerative changes can limit flexibility and increase pain, particularly as we age. While we cannot reverse arthritis, acupuncture and massage can reduce stiffness, ease pain, and support better daily movement.
Acupuncture Research
Acupuncture is included in the NICE guidelines for Chronic pain (primary and secondary) in over 16s: assessment of all chronic pain and management of chronic primary pain (CG193) and headaches: diagnosis and management (CG150).
In recent years high-quality clinical trials investigating acupuncture have been conducted, particularly for chronic pain conditions. Therefore, there is evidence available, and the systematic reviews can draw firm conclusions. A systematic review of high-quality trials, Vickers et al 2018, involving over 20,000 adults with osteoarthritis, chronic headache or musculoskeletal pain (back, neck or shoulder) concluded:
- acupuncture was more effective than control for all pain conditions (pragmatic trials)
- acupuncture is not a placebo for treatment of chronic pain
- the effects persisted over time (15% reduction at one year)
Booking Tip: For ongoing conditions like arthritis or chronic back pain, regular maintenance sessions are often the most effective way to manage symptoms and maintain mobility. We can help you find the right treatment rhythm to suit your body’s needs.
Further Acupuncture Research:
- Relieves chronic neck pain for up to 12 months (1)
- Improves back pain & function alongside usual care (2)
- Eases knee osteoarthritis pain with clinically relevant results (3)
- Acupuncture is cost-effective when added to standard care (4)
- Cerezo-Téllez E, et al. Pain 2016;157:1905–17; MacPherson H, et al. Ann Intern Med 2015;163:653–62
- Vickers AJ, Vertosick EA, Lewith G, et al. Acupuncture for Chronic Pain: Update of an Individual Patient Data Meta-Analysis. J Pain 2018;19(5):455-74. doi: 10.1016/j.jpain.2017.11.005
- MacPherson H, Vickers A, Bland M, et al. Acupuncture for chronic pain and depression in primary care: a programme of research. 2017 doi: 10.3310/pgfar05030
- van der Velde G, et al. Spine J 2016;16:1582–97