Larissa's Acupuncture Room

14/02/2026

Did you know that our first appointment on a Saturday is at 8am? Perfect for the early birds amongst you! Early morning acupuncture, the perfect way to start your weekend 🧘🏻‍♀️

10/02/2026

60 crimson Fire Horses 🐎 have just galloped into the clinic to celebrate the lunar new year🧧. Hold on to your hat, this is going to be a fast past year full of wonders and surprising turns!

Remember to pick up your fire horse cookie when you come for your appointment this week 😊

08/02/2026

Sunday morning play on the Pins & Planets theme ✨

08/02/2026

Sunday morning play, in preparation for Pins & Planets ✨with Ruth Cook

01/02/2026

Two weeks till the new lunar year begins and the air is already scented with beautiful spring notes!

25/01/2026

✨✨ Only 3 tickets left!! I can’t believe how quickly this event has sold… if you’re thinking of joining us, get in touch now! ✨✨

Something new and exciting coming along in 2026… the fusion of two ancient healing therapies, brought together by accredited Sound therapist Roo and TCM acupuncturist Larissa ✨

Want to know more? Get in touch with us!

13/01/2026

Acupuncture triggers stems cells release, which could potentially heal damaged organs. Fact, not wishful thinking.

This study was conducted by the China Medical University in Taiwan, which yours truly had the pleasure of attending a few (or maybe more 🤭) years ago.

The power of acupuncture never ceases to amaze me ✨

Taiwanese researchers discovered acupuncture triggering stem cell release healing damaged organs naturally. Scientists at China Medical University found that electroacupuncture at specific meridian points stimulates bone marrow to release mesenchymal stem cells into circulation, which then migrate to injured organs and promote tissue repair. This mechanism explains acupuncture's therapeutic effects through measurable biological processes rather than placebo.

Traditional Chinese medicine has used acupuncture for thousands of years, but Western medicine dismissed it as placebo due to lack of biological mechanism. Taiwanese researchers using advanced imaging and cellular tracking discovered that needle stimulation at specific points triggers measurable stem cell mobilization—providing the first clear biological explanation for acupuncture's effects.

Electroacupuncture (needles with mild electrical current) at ST36 (Zusanli point) and GV20 (Baihui point) causes a 300% increase in circulating stem cells within 24 hours. These mobilized stem cells express homing signals drawing them to damaged tissues—injured liver, heart, kidneys, or brain—where they differentiate into organ-specific cells and release healing factors. It's like acupuncture triggers the body's internal repair dispatch system.

Stroke patients receiving electroacupuncture within 48 hours of stroke showed 40% better functional recovery than those receiving standard care alone. Liver cirrhosis patients showed reduced fibrosis markers. Heart attack survivors demonstrated improved cardiac function. The mechanism is entirely biological—traced stem cells from bone marrow to damaged organs. Skeptical Western physicians are reconsidering acupuncture given this mechanistic evidence. We're discovering that ancient healing practices work through sophisticated biological mechanisms science is only now capable of detecting.

Source: China Medical University, Stem Cells Translational Medicine 2025

06/01/2026

Hello and happy new year 🎊. After nearly three weeks off we are now open as usual, fully recharged for the wonderful year ahead.

If you’ve not yet received a reply to your enquiry it should come very soon, but please feel free to get back in touch with us if you think it may have got lost in the ether. We’re fully booked this week but plenty of availability left for the coming weeks.

Please take extra care when parking at the back of the clinic today. It looks like winter wonderland back there but it could easily turn into an ice ring!

Looking forward to seeing you all soon 💙🥶

PS Although it’s freezing outside, the clinic will be nice and warm - we like to pretend it’s forever summer in here 😁

23/12/2025

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 🎄✨

The clinic will reopen on Tuesday 6th January.

29/11/2025

On the road today, come and say hi 👋🏻 and out some special offers 💫

26/11/2025

If you are struggling with winter blues and dreading the long cold nights ahead join us to recharge your batteries! The combination of Auricular acupuncture and guided meditation will leave you feeling rested, recharged and ready for the party season ahead 🎄. DM to book your place ✨

29/10/2025

Join us on these fabulous winter nights to experience the deepest, most restful hour your body and mind can ask for 💫

Snuggle in on your yoga mat and wrap yourself in a warm blanket, while five little acupuncture needles are gently placed in one of your ears. As your body starts to let go of what is weighing it down, your mind will be taken down an enchanted relaxation path, leaving you totally in peace with yourself🧘🏻‍♀️

The workshops are held at the beautiful Jyai Wellness centre in Preston. Places are limited to 10 per event so please book early to avoid missing out 💕