Long Covid

The NHS lists the most common symptoms of Long Covid as being:

• Fatigue
• Feeling short of breath
• Memory and concentration problems ( brain fog)
• Heart palpitations
• Dizziness
• Joint pain and muscle aches

Acupuncture has shown encouraging results in the treatment of Long Covid. Here are examples of some of the research studies .

Improvement in Long-COVID Symptoms Using Acupuncture: A Case Study

Acupuncture in Multidisciplinary Treatment for Post-COVID-19 Syndrome

Currently, the Royal Marsden Hospital is conducting a randomised 24 month trial using acupuncture in the treatment of Long Covid related fatigue. Dr Imogen Locke, a Clinical Oncologist, is leading the research and has already said that participants receiving acupuncture ‘ do seem to be responding. Trial results are expected in 2025.

For further information please see this link.