The Acupuncture Clinic

I came to this clinic with multiple symptoms (digestive and musculo-skeletal problems, terrible morning lethargy, and lack of energy later in the day too, clicking creaking joints, neck/shoulder pain, recurrent eye infections etc) which my doctor could only suggest might be chronic fatigue syndrome" and suggested anti-depressants! I tried loads of different alternative therapies

I had an excellent experience at The Chinese Clinic in Balham. I received a series of acupuncture and massage treatments from the different doctors who work there. I've had acupuncture and massage at other Chinese Clinic's in the past but the results I received here were the best I've experienced. I would recommend going to anyone who is having any pain (back etc.), ailment, anxiety or sleep issue (plus much more that they can tell you). I had so much pain in a pulled groin that I could barely walk. I didn't want to wait to get slotted into a physio through the NHS as it takes weeks, so my friend recommended to go here. After one session my pain was reduced 90% and totally gone after two. I also had a life coaching session with Alex, the manager, that helped me realize the root of my injuries. I also realized that my sleep issues were affecting my health. I had abnormal sleep routines for so long that I didn't even realize they were unhealthy - all my friends were like me, working long hours, socializing and exercising so much that sleep wasn't a priority. When I realized thorough the help of the life coaching and treatments my anxiety and lack of sleep was deteriorating my health. It was a wake up call. I changed my habits of anxiety and sleep and my life completely changed, not to mention I looked 10 years younger! Even my skin started to glow. And I have so much energy. No more injury and reduced anxiety. My bad habits of staying on my phone all night or worrying too much or not sleeping properly still try to creep up on me but with the help of Alex coaching me and the treatments when needed, I can manage much better. I've seen through my experience there that treatments have helped MS and many other issues. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. They stand by their guarantees that they offer. Go for a free consult, it's worth it! I go back just to say Hi now and then. :)Also, I've taken the herbs and they worked as well.

I have been attending the Chinese clinic since January this year and I can definitely say that the Chinese clinic is amazing, it's a place of hope, belief and outstanding wonders.They are loyal to their word and are truly an excellent team. I was diagnosed with demyelination located in the brain and spine in December 2016 but was experiencing problems from November 2016. I was always exhausted and numb, and could no longer take care of myself. I had to depend on my family to dress, bathe, clean and feed me. I could not feel and, if I did not look at my hand, would not know whether it was opened or closed. It was absolutely horrible and I was due to get married in December. Thankfully my husband was so supportive and understanding, and did not go back on his word of forever being lawfully mine.Unfortunately, due to my exhaustion, loss of sensations and disabilities my whole aspect on life, even living was completely scattered. I could no longer look to the future with joy and anticipation but would rather explore the different ways in which I could end my life.The first time I spoke to Alex over the phone to book a consultation, I remember feeling hopeful that I might actually recover before mu condition develops into full blown multiple sclerosis. I thank my lucky stars that I went to the Chinese Clinic, I began to notice improvements in many symptoms from the first .which was truly amazing. Alex did warn me that I will feel worse before getting better which was true. After a few treatments of feeling amazing, I began to feel very tired and emotional for a week or two .I was told this was expected as the body is trying to recover on lost sleep, to release all the trapped emotions, and to regain balance. After felling tired for a week or two I began to feel wonderful again.Thanks to the Chinese Clinic, I am sleeping much better at least 7-8 hours a night instead of 6 hours of disrupted sleep a night. My energy has more than doubled and I am again a very independent woman, who can do everything for herself!In January I was so tired my doctors signed me off for 4 weeks to recover. I have got a promotion and am looking forward to what tomorrow may bring.Thank you so very much Alex and all the wonderful doctors for giving me a new lease of life. You are all truly amazing! I hope you will continue to bring joy to people with no hope, to help them recover to live long and healthy lives. I can testify that MS can be improved and prevented quickly, but you must follow Alex's advice and change the way you think and your lifestyle. I recommend the Chinese Clinic wholeheartedly.

Dr Wang is incredibly pushy and downright rude, he really tried to force me to sign up to a block of sessions for acupuncture as soon as I was finished my appointment. He was visibly disgusted when he then saw I was paying for my appointment with a gift voucher(which my friend had kindly got for me as I am seven months pregnant). Go to Proud Thai Spa next door, they are amazing.

Normally I don't write reviews but the treatment I received at The Chinese Clinic truly improved my health and energy levels. (I wish there were more stars to depict how satisfied I am.)Coming from a pharmaceutical background I have always had faith in conventional medicine as first line for treating the majority of health issues. In 2015 I was involved in a jet ski accident in Miami where I suffered severe damage to my skull and required Maxillofacial reconstruction. Post-surgery I was advised that the healing process would take approximately 2-years before all the inflammation would completely recede. It was an outright miracle that I was able to heal so quickly without any major post traumatic medical problems.I live in Slough in west London. I came to the clinic because my friend recommend it highly. I had many issues, including headaches, insomnia, fatigue, dyspepsia, reflex etc. that had been plaguing me over the past few months. I was advised clearly by doctors at the Clinic that the treatment does not cure illnesses but helps improve my vitality levels which allows my body to naturally heal itself. They also explained that for the treatment to be effective, I must make certain lifestyle changes such as not thinking/overthinking after 7pm, which is a technique that allows the brain to relax so that it can lower the stress, or cortisol levels. Cortisol is fight or flight hormone which the adrenal glands produce whenever stress levels rise. Cortisol keeps the brain awake, which causes insomnia or non-restorative sleep. They explained the standard course of treatment is one session every other day for 2 weeks; and if I was not satisfied that it helped to improve my sleep, energy, headaches and other conditions, I will get all my money back. This guarantee means that I get a full refund if the Clinic fails to improve just one of the conditions it guarantees to improve. I really had nothing to lose. Since Nytol, Gaviscon and painkillers conventional medicine provides can't improve my headaches, insomnia. fatigue, and acid-reflux; the Clinic provides an essential health service of last resort.On my first treatment I was given an hour of acupuncture and a Tui Na massage. I was also advised to take herbs to restore the balance in the body, which is a form of detoxing. This is to remove stagnation and improve circulation. What I noticed was that the therapy made me feel quite tired initially and as soon as I got home I was so relaxed that I was able to fall asleep quite quickly. I used to have problem falling asleep and staying asleep. That night I was able to sleep through the entire night. The following day I tried to implement the advice to stop thinking after 7pm, and to relax more generally. Alex reminded me no real improvement is possible if I did not change. No cure is possible if I did not stop stressing myself out all the time. He said I need to start training my brain to switch off in order to develop a healthy sleeping pattern. After my second and third treatments, I must admit that when waking up for work every morning I felt more energised and ready to tackle my daily activities. My energy levels improved drastically and I didn't feel groggy. At the end of the therapies it must be said that I felt like my body and my mind had both been reset.My headaches which were very frequent were virtually gone; as was dyspepsia . I sleep easily through the night and wake up energised with a fresh brain. I forgot to mention I came to the clinic with chronic lower back pain which also vanished quickly. What I found really interesting is that their treatment is based on helping the body to recover naturally. My entire experience with the Clinic has been incredibly positive.I come from a pharmaceutical background where I advise patients on their medication everyday. The clinic offers a money-back guarantee because they believe that nobody should pay for treatment that doesn't improve their health. Thanks once again to Alex and all the staff who helped to improve my health and life so completely.

Alex's clinic was recommended to me by a friend. I had pulled a tendon in my ankle after falling down the stairs and didn't have the luxury of time to let it heal by itself (an estimated 3 months!) The doctor's at the clinic knew exactly what was wrong and within 5 sessions I was back at the gym and in my high heels.All of the doctors at the clinic are exceptional and really take care of you, spending extra time if need be each session without the extra charge. No matter what doctor you get the attention you receive is the same, their knowledge is fantastic!

I have been going on and off the Chinese Clinic since February 2013. The very first time, I went there as I could not get pregnant. After a conversation and an assessment from Alex, I burst into tears and Alex highlighted what I didn't want to admit to myself, that I was depressed, exhausted and in an unhealthy relationship... No wonder I could not get pregnant! Alex reminded me the major importance of a good quality sleep to restore my body. I was going to bed very late not realising that I was causing damages to my body. I was very stressed and Alex taught me a healthy routine of 'unplugging' my brain after 7 pm to relax enough to go to sleep early. Usually, I would stay on the computer until very late! I stopped and started to go to bed earlier and earlier. I could feel a big difference in my level of energy. I also eventually ended up my relationship and to my great surprise my health improved almost immediately! I did not realised that I was putting myself under so much stress! I should have taken into account Alex views on toxic relationships creating so much stress that it end up damaging the body from my first visit to the Clinic...I am so grateful to have met Alex, his lovely wife Melina and their team of brilliant doctors! They all genuinely care about their customers. I did not work for few months so I explain to Alex that I could not pay for my treatments anymore: he asked me how much I could pay towards my treatments and accepted what I could pay! This never happened to me anywhere else!!!!Many times, I've witnessed Alex and Melina getting interested in their customers life in general. Melina will text to see if everything is ok with me if she dos not see me or hear from me for a while. It give me such a nice feeling to know that they just don't offer a service but they really care and they really seem happy to see your situation and your life improve.I had a bad fall and injured my neck badly in august 2014: I had to wear a neck brace for 2 weeks night and day. The level of pain was intense so I decided to have acupuncture and after the first session on my neck I slept most of the night! I carried on and very quickly my neck improved. The NHS physio and tablets did not give me that level of relaxation, pain free and neck motion recovery...I am going again recently to heal a sciatica issue. After each session, the pain decrease so much or even disappear that I forget about it!Their doctors are very knowledgeable and I had the pleasure to be under the care of Dr Zho, Dr Liu, Dr Cheng amongst other amazing doctors all very friendly and all of them would add their personal touch to the treatment. The Tuina massage is the best part although it can be painful but I embrace it as being part of the healing. The infra red lamp is so enjoyable!I will regularly have treatments at the Clinic to treat ongoing issues but also to keep a level of general relaxation and well being to prevent illness as this is what Chinese Medicine is about as well : prevention. I learned to enjoy going to bed much earlier and I owe it all to Alex to remind me such a basic principle of good health!

Alex and the doctors at the Chinese Clinic are amazing at what they do. The treatments themselves are incredibly relaxing and soothing, in particular the massages. After a few treatments you really feel like you are improving.What's interesting though is that it's not just the treatments that are helpful, the insight and care into your health is great. For example Alex promotes having a good sleep and as I was having trouble sleeping, he recommended watching tv before bed, as your mind stops thinking( something I was always having trouble with) - this worked wonders.I highly recommend Alex and all those who work at the Chinese clinic. You will not be disappointed.

I have found going to The Chinese Clinic to be extremely helpful. The owners are very kind, supportive and thoughtful. I had lower back pains, that made gardening and housework difficult, when I went there at the beginning of April this year -which quickly got better after acupuncture and massage. I had only been sleeping a few hours a night and Alex emphasized the need to sleep well and not to worry in order to allow the body to heal. He would talk and listen to me asking why I got stressed. It is now August and I am sleeping 7 - 8 hours a night and my sense of well-being has greatly improved. I would recommend The Chinese Clinic to everyone. I was very impressed with their wish to help until I was better and their very genuine promise to not worry about paying for the treatment if I couldn't afford it. The treatment they give and the care which with they give it is so good that I am happy to pay, and to travel from Bognor Regis. I am a lot stronger now than I was in April and am continuing to be more positive and am finding it easier to let go of negative thoughts. Thank you very much to everyone at the clinic.

The first time I visited the Chinese Clinic Alex delivered some much needed home truths about how my lifestyle, stress levels and lack of restorative sleep were contributing to my body being unable to heal itself. I've been visiting the clinic for over a year now and have accupuncture, massage and cupping. Coming to the clinic allows me to check in with where my body and energy levels are at and relieves my pain and tension. The treatments, along with some lifestyle changes I have implemented have been very healing for me and I have found both my back ache and period pains have improved. Alex and his staff truly want the best for every patient and I would highly recommend the clinic.