What acupuncture treats
Acupuncture is fully integrated into the medical system in China and across much of East Asia, and over the last fifty years has become established in the west as a respected form of complementary medicine. The World Health Organization recognises its effectiveness across a wide range of conditions, and it is increasingly used alongside mainstream care in Ireland, the UK and beyond.
It is widely used to support fertility programmes (including IVF), to ease pregnancy and labour, to alleviate the side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and to address chronic pain, digestive issues, sleep, anxiety and the deep fatigue that often follows long illness.
What a session looks like
Your first appointment includes a detailed health and lifestyle consultation followed by treatment. Very fine, single-use needles are inserted at carefully selected points along the meridian system — most people find the sensation surprisingly gentle and deeply relaxing. A typical first visit takes around 75–90 minutes; follow-up sessions are usually 60 minutes.
Treatment plans are tailored to you. Some conditions resolve in a handful of sessions; others, especially long-standing patterns, benefit from a longer course. Cost details are listed on the fees page.
Commonly treated conditions
- Women's health: menstrual irregularities, peri-menopause, PCOS, endometriosis
- Fertility — natural conception and IVF/ICSI support
- Pregnancy, labour preparation and postnatal recovery
- Chronic pain — back, neck, shoulder, sciatica, joint pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Anxiety, low mood, insomnia, burnout
- Digestive disorders and food sensitivity
- Recovery alongside chemotherapy and radiotherapy
Common questions
Frequently asked
What conditions can acupuncture treat?+
Acupuncture is recognised by the World Health Organisation for over 40 conditions including anxiety, stress, infertility, IVF support, pregnancy care, menopause, chronic pain, migraine, and fatigue.
How much does acupuncture cost at Danu Lodge?+
An initial acupuncture consultation with Kate Curtis costs €80. Follow-up treatments are €70. Package deals are available — 4 sessions for €240 or 6 sessions for €360.
Is acupuncture covered by health insurance in Ireland?+
Yes — all acupuncture consultations with Kate Curtis are covered by all private health insurers in Ireland.
How many sessions will I need?+
This depends on your condition. Kate offers three structured treatment plans: a 90-day general programme, a 4–6 week programme alongside ART/IVF, and pre- and post-embryo transfer sessions.
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