However I was nervous of this and decided to try acupuncture, despite being somewhat sceptical of how effective this could be. I went to see Sarah who listened carefully to my problem and treated me, carefully explaining what she was doing and why; she obviously knows a great deal about her subject. It didn’t hurt and she was careful to check this out with me, making me comfortable and relaxed. I couldn’t believe that after two sessions I had no problems at all with my shoulder! I had a full range of movement and strength and I only fully realised what a big problem it had been to me when it was no longer there.

That was three years ago and I still have no pain or limitation, I regularly go swimming and I’m so glad I didn’t go through with the surgery.

I’ve recommended acupuncture to lots of people although some of them, like me, have been doubtful. I took my husband along and his sciatica disappeared after two treatments; he’s now a convert and recommends it to his friends! It’s a shame more people don’t try acupuncture as Sarah has explained it can treat a whole range of both physical and psychological problems, and I don’t think it has any side effects.

I’m really grateful to Sarah for improving my quality of life and If you are thinking of seeing her I would strongly recommend you do.

I was treated by Sarah Strudwick in 2002 for menopausal symptoms, using acupuncture. I chose this as I did not want to take HRT in any shape or form.
The treatment proved to be very effective for me, and 5 years later I very rarely have any hot flushes or other symptoms.

I would recommend this to anyone as an excellent to HRT.

Julia Edwards