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Acupuncture for Sports Injuries in London
At Pricc, we specialise in acupuncture for sports injuries, helping you reduce pain, recover efficiently, and return to training with confidence.
We treat a wide range of sports-related injuries at our clinics in Marylebone and Notting Hill, supporting clients across central London including Chelsea, Kensington, Fitzrovia, Mayfair and surrounding areas.
Our approach combines traditional acupuncture with modern understanding of movement and recovery, allowing us to address both the symptoms and the underlying cause of your injury.
You can learn more about how treatment works on our traditional acupuncture page or explore the evidence behind it on our science page.
What are Sports Injuries?
Sports injuries affect muscles, tendons, ligaments, or joints as a result of physical activity. They can develop suddenly, such as a muscle strain, or gradually through overuse and repeated stress.
Common examples include tendon pain, muscle tightness, joint irritation, and movement-related imbalances that limit performance and recovery.
Without the right treatment, these issues can become persistent and increase the risk of re-injury.
How Acupuncture Helps Sports Injuries
Acupuncture is widely used in the management of sports injuries and musculoskeletal pain. It works by supporting the body’s natural healing processes.
Treatment can help to reduce pain, improve circulation, support tissue repair, and regulate the nervous system.
For many people, this allows a faster and more complete return to sport. In some cases, particularly where there is deeper muscle involvement or more persistent symptoms, we may also use electro acupuncture to provide more consistent stimulation to the affected area.
Sports Injuries We Commonly Treat
We regularly treat muscle strains, tendon injuries such as Achilles or patellar tendon pain, shoulder and rotator cuff issues, knee pain related to running, and lower back discomfort linked to training.
We also see patients with shin splints, overuse injuries, and neck or upper back tension related to sport or posture.
Each injury is assessed individually to understand the demands placed on your body and how best to support recovery.
Our Approach to Sports Injury Treatment
We begin with a detailed assessment of your movement, strength, and symptoms to understand how your injury developed.
Acupuncture is used to reduce pain and support recovery at a physiological level. Alongside this, hands-on treatment helps release tension and improve joint movement, while guided rehabilitation supports strength, control, and long-term resilience.
Where appropriate, we may incorporate techniques such as electro acupuncture to enhance muscle activation and recovery, particularly in more chronic or resistant cases.
Treatment may also include complementary therapies such as cupping therapy or support through herbal medicine.
Our aim is not only to help you recover, but to reduce the risk of future injury.
When to Seek Treatment
You should consider booking an assessment if your injury:
- Is not improving after a few days
- Is limiting your training or performance
- Keeps recurring
- Feels tight, weak, or unstable
Seek urgent medical attention if:
- You suspect a fracture or serious injury
- You cannot bear weight or move the joint
- There is significant swelling or instability
- You experience loss of sensation or weakness
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
We begin with a detailed assessment to understand your injury, how it occurred, and what is preventing recovery.
You will receive a clear explanation of your condition and how acupuncture can help. Where appropriate, treatment begins in the same session.
You will leave with a structured plan, including guidance on training, recovery, and exercises to support progress.
Your first appointment lasts around 45 minutes. You can also find answers to common questions on our FAQs page.
Our treatments and practitioners are covered by all major health insurance providers including Vitality, Axa and WPA. Please check your individual plan.
Book Acupuncture for Sports Injuries in London
Pricc offers acupuncture for sports injuries at both our Marylebone and Notting Hill clinics, providing access to care across central London.
Appointments are available seven days a week.
Initial assessment (45 minutes)
£90
Follow-up treatment (30 minutes)
£65
Notting Hill Clinic
Marylebone Clinic
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