FUNCTIONAL ACUPUNCTURE

Personalised Acupuncture & Complementary Therapies

Traditional Chinese Medicine • Acupuncture • Cupping • Gua Sha • Massage

Laura Juknaitė MBAcC, AAC
Acupuncturist

New Patients Welcome

Treatments & Prices

Initial Acupuncture Consultation & Treatment — £60 | 90 mins
A comprehensive consultation followed by an individually tailored acupuncture treatment.

Follow-Up Acupuncture — £50 | 60 mins
Personalised acupuncture treatment based on your individual needs and progress.

NADA Ear Acupuncture — £26 | 30 mins
Five-point ear acupuncture supporting relaxation, emotional wellbeing and symptoms such as hot flushes.

Fire Cupping — £26 | 30 mins
Traditional glass cupping for muscular tension, stiffness, relaxation and recovery.

Fire Cupping & Massage — £50 | 60 mins
Therapeutic massage combined with traditional fire cupping for muscular relaxation and recovery.

Cellulite Cupping — £26 | 30 mins
Targeted moving cupping designed to stimulate the tissues and improve the appearance of cellulite.

Facial Sculpting Massage — £50 | 60 mins
Gua Sha, silicone facial cupping and Indonesian-inspired massage techniques to sculpt, relax and revitalise the face.

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy involving the insertion of very fine, sterile, single-use needles into carefully selected points on the body.

Each treatment is individually tailored following a consultation and takes into consideration your symptoms, health history and overall wellbeing.

Acupuncture May Help Support

• Back, neck and shoulder pain
• Muscular and joint pain
• Headaches and migraines
• Muscular tension and sports recovery
• Stress and anxiety symptoms
• Sleep difficulties
• Digestive complaints
• Women’s health and menstrual wellbeing
• Menopausal symptoms, including hot flushes
• Fatigue and general wellbeing
• Relaxation and stress management

What is Fire Cupping?

Fire cupping is a traditional Chinese medicine technique in which a flame is briefly used to create a vacuum inside a glass cup before the cup is safely applied to the skin.

The suction gently lifts the skin and underlying tissues and is commonly used to relieve muscular tension and stiffness, encourage local circulation, promote relaxation and support muscular recovery.

What is Gua Sha?

Gua Sha is a traditional East Asian therapy using a smooth-edged tool to apply controlled strokes across the skin and underlying soft tissues.

It is used to encourage local circulation, work areas of muscular and fascial tension, relieve stiffness and support recovery.

Gua Sha can range from gentle techniques used on the face to stronger therapeutic techniques used on the body.

Facial Sculpting Massage

A natural, non-invasive facial treatment combining Gua Sha, silicone facial cupping and Indonesian-inspired massage techniques.

The techniques work across the facial muscles and soft tissues to encourage circulation, relieve tension and puffiness and enhance the natural contours of the face, leaving the complexion looking refreshed, sculpted and radiant.

NADA Ear Acupuncture

NADA is a standardised protocol using five acupuncture points in each ear.

Originally developed for use within addiction and substance-dependence programmes, NADA is now also used to support relaxation, stress and emotional wellbeing.

It is also used as supportive care by some menopausal women and people affected by cancer treatment who experience symptoms such as hot flushes.

Meet Your Practitioner

Laura Juknaitė MBAcC, AAC

Laura completed four years of degree-level acupuncture training at the Northern College of Acupuncture, developing a comprehensive foundation in Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture theory and clinical practice.

She has also studied Taiwanese acupuncture with Yanagi Ryu Arts, with further specialist training focused on tendon healing and musculoskeletal treatment.

Laura continues to expand her clinical knowledge through ongoing professional education and has undertaken numerous CPD courses, including:

• Fire Cupping
• Advanced Fire Cupping
• Electro-Acupuncture
• Gua Sha
• Specialist acupuncture techniques
• Tendon and musculoskeletal approaches
• First Aid training

Alongside her acupuncture practice, Laura is currently studying Nutrition for Athletic Performance, further developing her knowledge of nutrition, exercise, recovery and sports performance.

Laura is a member of professional acupuncture organisations including the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC), Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC) and ACMAC.

Her approach brings together Traditional Chinese Medicine, ongoing professional development and an interest in nutrition, movement and recovery to provide personalised, patient-centred care.

Why Choose Functional Acupuncture?

Degree-Level Training
Four years of comprehensive acupuncture education and clinical training.

Individualised Treatment
Every treatment plan is tailored to you, your presentation and your treatment goals.

Continued Professional Development
Ongoing specialist education in acupuncture, cupping, electro-acupuncture and complementary techniques.

Professional Memberships
Member of established UK professional acupuncture organisations.

Broader Health & Performance Knowledge
Ongoing study in Nutrition for Athletic Performance complements Laura's particular interest in musculoskeletal health, recovery and overall wellbeing.

Traditional & Modern Techniques
Traditional Chinese Medicine principles combined with contemporary therapeutic approaches.

Supplements & Professional Skincare

Pharma Nord Supplements

A selection of Pharma Nord vitamins and supplements is available to purchase directly from the clinic.

Personalised supplement guidance is available to help you select products appropriate to your individual nutritional and wellbeing needs.

Pop into the clinic or enquire for a supplement consultation and current availability.

Medik8 Professional Skincare

A selection of Medik8 professional skincare products and creams is available to purchase directly from the clinic, with personalised skincare guidance available.

Coming Soon

Phlebotomy Services

Professional blood collection services will soon be available at Functional Acupuncture.

Please enquire for further information.

Booking Information

New patients are welcome.

Please arrive 5 minutes before your appointment to allow your treatment to begin promptly. Late arrival may reduce the available treatment time.

A £10 booking fee is required to confirm all appointments.

Please see our website for full booking, cancellation and rescheduling terms.

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Contact Functional Acupuncture

Laura Juknaitė MBAcC, AAC
Functional Acupuncture

94 Church Lane
Manchester, M9 4NH

Telephone: +447729583819
Email: laura@functionalacupuncture.co.uk
Instagram: @functional.acupuncture

Appointments available Monday–Friday

Acupuncture • Traditional Chinese Medicine • Fire Cupping • Gua Sha • Massage • Facial Treatments