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West End and Samford Valley
Gentle Japanese acupuncture in Brisbane
Care for the pattern beneath the symptoms.
First visit
90 minutes
Locations
West End and Samford Valley
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0459 490 201
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What to expectWest End
120 Boundary Street.
Location detailsSamford Valley
Appointments through Vera Wellness.
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If you are unsure whether acupuncture is suitable, you are welcome to get in touch before booking.
Practitioner-led care
Dr. Kailey Chapman (Acupuncture).
AHPRA registered Chinese medicine practitioner offering gentle Japanese-style acupuncture in West End and Samford Valley.
AHPRA CMR0002786873Japanese acupunctureChinese medicine
Locations
Book in West End or Samford Valley.
West End
120 Boundary Street, West End QLD 4101
Tuesday 10 am-7 pm; Wednesday 9 am-5 pm; Thursday 10 am-7 pm; Friday 9 am-5:30 pm; Saturday 9 am-2 pm; Sunday and Monday closed.
Samford Valley
132 Foggs Road, Mount Samson QLD 4520
Every second Wednesday, 9 am-5 pm, by appointment through Vera Wellness. Check the booking calendar for current availability.
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What is Japanese acupuncture?
Japanese acupuncture is a gentle style of acupuncture that often uses fine needles, light needling, palpation-led assessment, and treatment paced to the person's comfort and clinical presentation.
Is Japanese acupuncture different from dry needling?
Acupuncture is a registered Chinese medicine profession in Australia and usually includes broader assessment. Dry needling is commonly used by musculoskeletal practitioners for local muscle or trigger point sensitivity. The right option depends on your history, symptoms, preferences, and practitioner assessment.
Does acupuncture hurt?
There are several styles of acupuncture. With gentle Japanese acupuncture, a slight prick may be felt when a needle is inserted, often followed by warmth, heaviness, a dull ache, or a numb tingle.
Is acupuncture suitable during pregnancy?
Suitability is assessed during consultation. As with all health care, individual responses vary and adverse reactions can occur. Please share your trimester, medical history, and advice from your treating practitioners so care can be adapted appropriately.
Can I have acupuncture during IVF?
Some people choose acupuncture as adjunct care during IVF or fertility treatment. Suitability depends on your timing, medication, medical advice, and fertility plan. Keep your fertility specialist informed about any complementary care, herbs, or supplements.
Do I need to take my clothes off?
Usually not. Wear loose, comfortable clothing where possible. If an area needs to be accessed for assessment or treatment, consent and draping are discussed first.
How many appointments will I need?
There is no fixed number that suits everyone. Frequency depends on your reason for booking, history, goals, response, and whether another referral pathway would be more helpful.
What should I avoid before or after my treatment?
Arrive having eaten a light meal, avoid alcohol before your appointment, and wear comfortable clothing. Afterward, hydrate and follow any individual advice discussed during your consultation.