Treatment options and pricing
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Acupuncture Initial Consultation with Dr Affifa Farrukh
Included in the Acupuncture Initial Consultation with Dr Affifa Farrukh
In the initial acupuncture assessment, a trained practitioner will review your health concerns and goals, creating a tailored treatment plan to promote well-being and address your needs.
Acupuncture Follow-up Consultation with Dr Affifa Farrukh
Included in the Acupuncture Follow-up Consultation with Dr Affifa Farrukh
During a follow-up acupuncture session, your practitioner will continue your personalised treatment, using fine needles to target specific points, enhance well-being, track progress, and support your ongoing health goals.
Common Q&A about Acupuncture for Digestive & Gastrointestinal Problems
Our FAQ section is designed to address common questions you may have, from how our treatments work to what you can expect during and after your session.
Our team is always available to provide additional support if you need more personalised guidance, ensuring that you feel informed and confident every step of the way.
Medical acupuncture is carried out by doctors who use acupuncture as part of their wider medical knowledge. Dr Farrukh draws on both medical and Chinese approaches, choosing the method that best suits each patient’s symptoms.
Dr Farrukh often supports patients with digestive issues such as abdominal pain, reflux, bloating, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis and IBS. She also treats joint and muscle pain – for example, knee, hip, shoulder, and back pain – as well as plantar fasciitis.
Studies suggest that acupuncture can help calm inflammation in the digestive system, settle nausea, and improve bowel function. Many patients notice it helps ease flare-ups or ongoing discomfort when used alongside their usual medical treatment.
Yes. Acupuncture is well known for its role in pain control. Because Dr Farrukh also has a Masters in Pain Management, she is able to combine her medical training with acupuncture to help people manage long-term joint, muscle, or back pain.
Most people feel some improvement after just a few sessions. If it’s working for you, Dr Farrukh will often show you simple self-treatment techniques so that you can continue looking after your symptoms at home.
When performed by a trained doctor, acupuncture is considered very safe. Dr Farrukh is a trustee of the British Medical Acupuncture Society and follows strict professional standards in all her treatments.
The first consultation, which includes a full assessment, is £225. Follow-up appointments are £150. During your first visit you’ll go through your health history and treatment plan together.
Yes, acupuncture is often used alongside standard medical care. Dr Farrukh’s background as a physician and gastroenterologist means she can safely integrate acupuncture with your existing treatment.
Dr Farrukh is a consultant gastroenterologist with more than ten years’ experience in acupuncture. She has published research in the field, sits on the council of the British Medical Acupuncture Society, and is particularly interested in digestive health and pain management.
You can book directly through The Health Suite in Leicester. The first appointment includes a full discussion of your health concerns and a personalised acupuncture plan.
Symptom checker
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please book an appointment with us. Symptoms can vary from person to person and from condition to condition.A proper diagnosis can only be made through a thorough medical examination.
Our clinicians will carry out a full assessment to ensure an accurate diagnosis and appropriate care.
Do you have frequent abdominal pain, bloating or cramping?
Acupuncture can help calm gastrointestinal discomfort and improve digestion when used alongside medical care.
Are you struggling with acid reflux or heartburn?
Many patients find acupuncture helpful in reducing reflux symptoms and supporting digestive balance.
Have you been diagnosed with IBS or functional bowel issues?
This therapy may support symptom relief in conditions like irritable bowel syndrome when part of a broader plan.
Do you experience nausea, indigestion or irregular bowel habits?
Acupuncture can support the gut–brain axis to enhance motility and ease discomfort around eating and digestion.
Is stress or anxiety worsening your digestive symptoms?
By promoting nervous system balance, acupuncture may help reduce stress‑driven flare‑ups of digestive issues.
Are conventional treatments helping but not fully relieving symptoms?
Used alongside usual medical care, acupuncture can provide extra symptom modulation and comfort.
What we treat
At The Health Suite Leicester, our private medical clinic offers expert care whenever you need it. Our team of experienced GPs and healthcare professionals provide personalised diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of medical conditions, ensuring high-quality, professional care in a comfortable setting.
Click below to view useful info on a few of the common conditions we treat:
Abdominal pain & bloating
Acupuncture can help ease discomfort and support smoother digestion with targeted point therapy.
Acid reflux and heartburn
Sessions may reduce reflux episodes and soothe irritation linked to stomach acid issues.
Crohn’s disease & ulcerative colitis
As part of an integrative care plan, acupuncture may help reduce inflammation and support wellbeing in inflammatory bowel disease.
Functional bowel disorders (e.g., IBS)
Acupuncture supports nerve and muscle regulation in the gut, helping with alternating bowel habits and discomfort.
Nausea & digestive unease
Excess mucus caused by allergies can lead to throat irritation, frequent coughing, and sleep disturbance. We treat the underlying allergy to reduce mucus production and improve comfort.
many more
Our clinicians manage a broad spectrum of conditions, and individual assessment allows us to tailor care beyond the examples listed. We encourage you to book a consultation to discuss your symptoms and appropriate treatment options.
