What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a time-tested practice where fine, sterile needles are gently inserted into specific acupuncture points to restore energy flow, promote healing, and support overall wellness.
Your acupuncturist may use a combination of techniques, including gentle manual stimulation, heat therapy, or electrical stimulation, to enhance circulation, reduce pain, and accelerate recovery.
Not a fan of needles? No problem! We offer a variety of alternative therapies, such as cupping, vibration therapy, moxibustion, traditional Chinese massage, and trigger point therapy, to help relieve your symptoms and restore balance naturally.
What We Can Help You With
Acute Swelling
Musculoskeletal Pain
Headaches & Neck Pain
Hypersensitivity
Respiratory Problems
Chronic Low Back Pain
Fatigue
Gastrointestinal Issues
Hormone Regulation
Immune Deficiency
Fertility
Stress Regulation
Allergies
Renal Issues
Our Acupuncture Services
Dry Needling
Dry needling is a targeted treatment that relieves muscle pain, tension, and trigger points by inserting fine, sterile needles into tight muscles. Unlike acupuncture, which focuses on energy flow, dry needling is based on Western medicine and is widely used by physiotherapists and sports therapists to treat chronic pain, sports injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions.
This technique helps reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and accelerate recovery, making it ideal for those with back pain, sciatica, tendonitis, and muscle stiffness.
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture (TCA) is a holistic therapy that balances the body’s energy flow (Qi) by stimulating specific acupuncture points with fine, sterile needles. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this practice is known to relieve pain, reduce stress, enhance circulation, and support overall wellness.
Acupuncture is commonly used to treat chronic pain, musculoskeletal conditions, fatigue, digestive issues, anxiety, and respiratory disorders. By restoring balance to the body’s meridians, it promotes natural healing, improved mobility, and long-term relief.
What to Expect at Your
Acupuncture Appointment
1. Consultation
Our acupuncturist will begin by discussing your health concerns, symptoms, and medical history. They may ask to see your tongue or listen to your pulse as part of their assessment.
3. Treatment Session
Once you're comfortable, fine, sterile needles will be gently inserted into specific acupuncture points to stimulate energy flow and promote healing. You may experience a mild tingling sensation, warmth, or deep relaxation. Your acupuncturist may also incorporate cupping, moxibustion, vibration therapy, or traditional Chinese massage if beneficial for your condition.
2. Personalised Plan
Your acupuncturist will create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your needs—whether you’re seeking relief from chronic pain, fatigue, stress, respiratory issues, or musculoskeletal conditions.
4. Education & Prevention
Your acupuncturist will provide self-care tips, dietary advice, or follow-up recommendations to enhance your results. Some people experience immediate relief, while others notice gradual improvements over multiple sessions.
Why Choose The Physio Co?
If you live on Auckland’s North Shore then we’re the acupuncturists near you.
Our experienced practitioners provide personalised treatments for pain relief and wellness.
A holistic approach including acupuncture, cupping, dry needling, and Traditional Chinese Medicine for comprehensive care.
A close-knit team dedicated to providing a collaborative approach to your care.
Where to Find Us
46a Porana Road, Wairau Valley
Auckland 0627
New Zealand
Monday - Friday: 7am - 7pm
Saturday: By Appointment Only
Sunday: Closed
Acupuncture FAQ
Other Services
We go beyond treating symptoms; we identify and tackle the root cause of your discomfort.
We utilise evidence-based techniques to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and pain issues.
Our sports massage therapy is specifically tailored to athletes and active individuals, targeting muscle soreness, improving circulation and flexibility to optimise performance and prevent injuries.
We specialise in post-operative rehabilitation, guiding you through a tailored program to aid in your recovery, regain mobility, and restore function following surgery.
We analyse your biomechanics and movement patterns. By identifying areas of weakness or dysfunction, we develop personalised strategies to optimise your movement efficiency.