Acupuncture and Dry Needling

Acupuncture and dry needling are treatments where fine needles are inserted at certain sites in the body for therapeutic or preventative purposes.

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How does it work?

Acupuncture & Dry Needling

Acupuncture originates from traditional Chinese medicine however is now commonly used throughout western healthcare. Acupuncture works by stimulating the nervous system (responsible for pain), helping to release pain reducing chemicals (endorphins) that help to manage and reduce pain.

Acupuncture requires a course of treatment, usually between 4-6 sessions to take effect. Acupuncture should be accompanied with treatments such as physiotherapy-led exercise based rehabilitation to ensure the cause of the pain and problem is being addressed.

 

What is it used for?

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Acupuncture is a brilliant treatment option commonly used to treat pain. Increasingly, it is being used for overall wellness, including stress management.

Acupuncture can be used for people suffering with:

Joint pain including osteoarthritis
Muscular pains
Chronic (long-term) pain including Fibromyalgia
Headaches including tension headaches and migraines
Lower back pain
Neck pain
Tennis and golfers elbow
Post-operative pain

When I arrived I was in constant pain, not able to sleep in bed and needed a stick to walk. Both hips and back had been diagnosed as osteo arthritis with little future hope. After an examination by Beth, Beth said she could help. She designed a program including acupuncture and gentle exercise and said I'd get back to playing golf eventually. Now the stick is stored in the garage, I'm able to sleep normally and I am playing golf (just as badly as before my injury!) again. The facility is modern and all the staff are friendly, appointments are on time and I plan to continue the program as long as the improvements to my general health continue. I have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending Movement Matters Physio.

Alan G Hip & Back Arthritis

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Kind words from our clients

  • I was recommended using MMP, and they have been brilliant!!! They have an absolute top notch
    team. The receptionists are all extremely welcoming and friendly, and having worked with Scott on a
    previous back issue the whole team make you feel part of the MMP family.
    This time I had the pleasure of working with Ausrine since injuring a shoulder tendon doing Martial
    Arts. My treatment has included Acupuncture, Shockwave Therapy, Massage Therapy as well as
    Physical Therapy. Ausrine has been friendly, knowledgeable. Through my personalised program she
    has helped to return my shoulder to full functionality, and also highlighted the root cause which was
    specific weak areas of my shoulder. Now I have a training program which has been tailored to
    compliment my Martial Arts, as well as addressing the weak areas which caused the original issue –

    Andy D

    Back Pain & Shoulder Injury

  • When I arrived I was in constant pain, not able to sleep in bed and needed a stick to walk. Both hips and back had been diagnosed as osteo arthritis with little future hope. After an examination by Beth, Beth said she could help. She designed a program including acupuncture and gentle exercise and said I’d get back to playing golf eventually. Now the stick is stored in the garage, I’m able to sleep normally and I am playing golf (just as badly as before my injury!) again. The facility is modern and all the staff are friendly, appointments are on time and I plan to continue the program as long as the improvements to my general health continue. I have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending Movement Matters Physio.

    Alan G

    Hip & Back Arthritis

  • After having problems and long term pain with arthritis, my mum attended Movement Matters and saw Beth.

    With the treatment of physio and acupuncture she feels like a different person.

    Very friendly staff and atmosphere.

    Her only regret is not getting help earlier.

    10/10 for Movement Matters and Beth

    Tora L

    Arthritis

  • Modern Day Physio at its best!!!

    After a serious of illnesses which led to me experiencing daily migraines/headaches, I sought out Movement Matters. Scott did my initial assessment and was able to recreate my headaches/migraines by pressing down on my neck! He came up with a comprehensive treatment plan and explained how the pain was multi-factorial: new parent/lack of sleep/reduction in exercise/stress/desk work. Due to this the recovery process was and still is a self-learning process! I learned a lot from Scott: how I have been over using my upper neck muscles, creating a healthy mindset (acceptance and letting things go) and actually putting me first. This might sound wishy washy to you but the experience has changed my outlook on life and I am very grateful to Scott as I no longer wake up in pain. Should you suffer from pain and are looking for a holistic/modern way of treating pain, please go and book an appointment with Movement Matters now rather than wait for your body to completely break down or burn out. P.S. The receptionists are all really lovely which is an added bonus!

    Orla T

  • After my ACL reconstruction surgery in February I was unsure of what the next steps were for rehabilitation. NHS physio visits once every six weeks, between 12-20 minutes a time were not very reassuring. I was recommended to visit Movement Matters Physio. Scott has provided me with the best Post Operation Physio I could ask for. Weekly visits to the clinic with changes to my exercises and training plans help keep me motivated and focused on my end goal of returning to sport. My Testing Session gave data which really helped put my progress into perspective and allowed me to see how far I’ve come since starting at Movement Matters Physio. Thank you so much!! 😀

    Chloe G

    ACL Reconstruction

  • I have been seeing Beth at Movement Matters for the past few months for a torn tendon, which is slowly recovering under Beth’s expert care. Part of my treatment has included 3 sessions of Shockwave Therapy which has definitely kick started my recovery . I cannot fault this practice in anyway. The whole team there are so friendly, extremely knowledgeable and really go out of their way to help you. I cannot recommend this Practice highly enough and especially Beth for the care and attention she has given me. Thank you to you all.

    Carol B

    Shoulder Tendon Pain - Focused Shockwave Therapy

  • I have seen both Scott & Sarah over the past 2 months, following severe damage to my spinal cord.
    I have received amazing care & advice, with programmes specifically designed to assist with my development. The equipment & techniques are modern & effective.I have a very long road ahead of me but the progress I have made, after being told 6 months ago I wouldn’t walk, is overwhelming.
    My confidence has grown with each session & I am happy that my ongoing journey is going to be with the team at Movement Matters by my side.
    The clinic itself is spotless & all of the staff are welcoming & friendly.
    Very highly recommended.

    Jane H

    Spinal Injury

  • My 93 year old father had an emergency hip replacement. After 2 weeks in hospital and 3 weeks at
    his home he had made very little progress. We were advised that it would be very difficult for him to
    walk again.
    Not wanting to give up we contacted Movement Matters and Beth came to see him for the initial visit.
    We were very impressed with what she managed to achieve so booked more sessions.
    He has now had 7 sessions seeing either Beth or Scott. Both have worked wonders with him. His
    walking is much better and the exercises they have helped him with are improving his overall
    strength.
    I can’t thank them enough

    Mark P

    Hip Replacement

  • I first began using Movement matters physio at the the end of March 2021 after suffering a leg break,
    Ankle dislocation and tear of the deltoid ligament. I can’t recommend these guys enough. They have
    been so helpful and supportive during my rehab. On my bad days, they lifted me up and made me
    determined to keep on going! They gave me all the attention and care I needed and were always so
    helpful and understanding.
    18 months later, I went into the studio to do a strength test with them and am so happy with the
    results and progress I have made with their help, after being told by doctors that I would be lucky to
    get back 80% of my ankle mobility/strength after the injury. Today I matched the strength in weight
    and reps with the other leg and am so happy to have recovered the way I have and to be back to
    playing football and running after having many doubts whether I’d be able to again. I can’t recommend
    Scott and the team enough! They are truly incredible!

    George W

    Leg Fracture

  • Ausrine was great and picked up my injury from the first appointment and helped me to get the movement & strength testing
    needed. Ausrine and Scott have helped me massively, forcing me to rest then helping with my return
    to running and a strength and conditioning programme based on my weaknesses to get me back on
    track for my iron man. They’ve got me from being a few runs away from causing myself some serious
    damage to 3 weeks from my first iron man. Everyone is super helpful and friendly. Can’t recommend
    them

    Natasha W

    Chronic Spinal Pain

  • I used Scott a few years ago when he worked wonders getting me back on my feet following a hip replacement. This time I had an issue with my knee and didn’t hesitate to return to him.

    Scott has provided me with great care, support and treatment throughout, and I have recovered brilliantly. The combination of his treatment and exercise based rehabilitation has worked a treat.

    His knowledge is excellent and the practice has great facilities. Would highly recommend him to anyone wanting to get high quality physio.

    Thanks Scott

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    Dennis L

    Knee Arthritis

  • Recommend “Movement Matters’, Scott has been brilliant! 6 months steady treatment with an exercise program has seen me go from scared to go anything strenuous in case my hip pain (arthritis)  become worse, to running 2 – 3 times a week and being pretty much pain free. Scott has helped me build the supportive muscles around my hip to prevent the pain and enable me to return to an activity I love! Thanks Scott.

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    Claire L

    Hip pain

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Find us on Rectory Road, Hadleigh, Essex SS7 2NA

Located in Hadleigh Essex with free parking available and easy public transport links

  • Address
    MovementMatters Physio Ltd
    47 Rectory Road
    Hadleigh
    Essex
    SS7 2NA

    Location
    We are located next door to “The Hollies Doctors Surgery”

  • We have parking on site in the front of the clinic and there is ample parking in the surrounding area. Please respect our parking restrictions.

    • Parking on the front right of the premises is for the upstairs flat only.
    • Parking on site is preferably for those who are unable to walk from the car parks located very close in the vicinity of the premises.

    Other Parking Options

    • Rectory Road Car Park – this is the best option for our patients. It is a low cost pay and display car park located 50-70 metres from our practice.
    • John Burrows Car Park – located a 2 min walk from the practice. This is a FREE car park located at the entrance to John Burrows Playing Fields.

  • Here at Movement Matters Physio we provide services including home visits to Hadleigh and the surrounding areas including but not exclusive to; Benfleet, Canvey Island, Thundersley, Bowers Gifford, Leigh-on-Sea, Rayleigh, Eastwood, Hockley, Rochford and Southend-on-Sea.

  • Our clinic in Hadleigh can be accessed easily via public transport on many bus routes.

    Chelmsford
    If you’re coming from the Chelmsford direction the number 3 bus stops almost at our doorstep.

    Southend
    From the Southend side, busses 21, 21B, 26, 27, 28, 822 and 827 all stop within a couple of minutes walk.

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