OUR CLINIC IN MANCHESTER
Lily Lai, PhD has over 19 years’ of experience in clinical practice offering acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine treatments in Hale, Altrincham in Greater Manchester, Cheshire. We work with you to assess your personal needs and help you achieve your health goals through creating personalised treatment plans. All our treatments are natural, free from animal products and will be considered alongside other treatments or medications you are prescribed.
Appointment Times
Monday | 10am | - | 8pm | |
Tuesday | 9.30am | - | 1.30pm | |
Wednesday | 10am | - | 8pm | |
Thursday | CLOSED | |||
Friday | 10am | - | 8pm | |
Saturday | CLOSED | |||
Sunday | CLOSED | |||
OUR TREATMENTS
We're proud to adopt an integrated approach to health which looks at you and your health as a whole, rather than focusing solely on a diagnosis or a single symptom. Most patients who seek our help are interested in using a more natural approach to complement the care they are currently receiving. We believe our collaborative approach is unique and one of the most important ways in which we can support you.
OUR RESEARCH
We actively work with research institutions to understand how traditional Chinese medicine can be delivered in a collaborative, safe and ethical manner. We believe in improving the quality of research and raising awareness of it with healthcare professionals and the public so that everyone is empowered to make better informed treatment decisions.
CLINICAL EXCELLENCE
OUR CARE WILL ALWAYS:
Put your safety first
Be delivered by experienced and qualified practitioners
Be individualised to your needs
Be delivered collaboratively with other healthcare professionals
Be informed by research evidence
Be natural. We will never use animal based products
Comply with codes of practice and professional conduct
Did you know that traditional Acupuncture with Lily is covered by a number of private medical insurance providers? Find out more about which companies will cover you, and how to claim back.
Lily and hypnotherapy expert Judi Quirke are delighted to announce that they will be hosting an informative power hour of a workshop on managing your gut health naturally with hypnotherapy and acupuncture. Save the date: Tuesday 26th September 6pm - 7.30pm at the Garden Eatery in Hale. See you there!
In today’s blogpost, I speak to Lucy Sumner from White Candle Counselling, what she offers patients experiencing infertility, miscarriage and baby loss and why she thinks counselling can be an important source of support for any parent experiencing infant loss and grief.
In this blogpost, I talk to consultant gynaecologist Dr Edi-Osagie about the new BSGE endometriosis treatment centre he is leading that is due to be launched at the Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle in April 2023. Who will be able to benefit, and what can referring clinicians expect? Find out more!
Welcome to my new acupuncture treatment space in Hale, Altrincham in Greater Manchester!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone! Read on for Lily’s festive opening hours.
Announcing my new practice location in Hale, Altrincham in Greater Manchester, Cheshire!
How does acupuncture help with IVF and when should I have treatment? Find out more from Lily Lai, PhD who has more than 17 years' experience in the field.
A case study on Acupuncture for fertility in Altrincham, Manchester. Expert practitioner Lily Lai, PhD talks about how acupuncture and Chinese medicine helped this couple overcome miscarriage, ovarian cysts and irregular cycles to finally become proud parents to a beautiful baby girl.
Manchester’s fertility acupuncturist Lily answers your questions about how acupuncture can support PCOS, regulate hormones and improve fertility.
In this blogpost, I discuss the results of a recently published randomised controlled trial comparing two types of acupuncture for feeding intolerance to reduce malnourishment amongst head and neck cancer patients recovering in ICU.
Thank you Hertfordshire, and hello Cheshire!
I am sorry to announce that the doors to my Berkhamsted and Apsley clinics in Hertfordshire are now closed. I am however delighted to say that an exciting new chapter awaits in Cheshire, Greater Manchester where my new practice will be located so watch this space!
OUR PATIENTS. YOUR TESTIMONIES.
“Lily was really helpful and helped ease my back problems when I was suffering with spasms.”
Becky Fawcett, 5 stars
“To those who have tried Acupuncture and not got on with it, I’d say you haven’t been to the right acupuncturist! Lily is amazing. Our whole family – 3 generations – use her services when required, although she’s so good, we don’t often require them!”
Riel Seimbe, 5 stars
“Lily has helped most of my family. First my wife, then me and then my Mum. I was suffering with lower back pain and within half a dozen sessions and some exercises it was completely sorted. I would recommend Lily to anyone.
Thanks Lily.”
Dan Jay, 5 stars
“Very knowledgeable and highly professional. I attended the clinic for prenatal acupuncture, and have received great results in terms of body preparation for labour and delivery. Thank you Lily, I will be coming again.”
Zina Ibrahim, 5 stars
“Absolutely fantastic - I had acupuncture to help with hot flushes and it was incredibly effective. Lily was lovely and professional throughout and I cannot recommend her enough.”
Megan Pyke, 5 stars
“I have used Lily a number of times and found her to be honest and friendly. I have seen significant improvements from the acupuncture I've received from Lily. There have also been times when Lily has suggested that acupuncture may not be the most appropriate treatment which made her stand out far more than others and not just in it for the £. Lily is uniquely inquisitive and seems to genuinely want to help. I can't recommend her enough.”
Phil Long, 5 stars
“I would highly recommend Lily as an acupuncturist to run alongside fertility treatment. Lily helped throughout our fertility treatment before and after conception. Not only did Lily administer acupuncture but she advised me on the best diet, helped with aches and pains and she has such a wide range of knowledge regarding fertility treatments that she always made time to answer a question. Lily is a true professional and I would highly recommend seeing her for fertility assistance.”
Jemima King, 5 stars
“Lily has been a huge help in my journey to rebalance my hormones after being diagnosed with PCOS.
She is exceptionally knowledgable and made me feel at ease from the very first appointment.
I would highly recommend Lily and her services to anyone considering going down the Chinese Medicine route - it has made such a positive difference for me and my health.”
Emily Gosen, 5 stars
“Lily was a pleasure to meet and very good at what she does. She's very friendly, reassuring and made me feel very relaxed and calm. I had problems with my lower back and piriformis and they improved dramatically within the 6 weeks of treatment. I'd definitely visit her again for treatment, not just for my leg/back but any future ailments. Thanks again Lily x”
Rachel Whitman, 5 stars
“From my first session with Lily, she has made me feel at ease by being very attentive and caring. She has helped me with a knee problem when everything else that I previously tried failed. It is rare in this busy life to find someone who will genuinely listen and do whatever she can to help. Lily has a gift and I would have no hesitation in recommending her as she goes that extra mile for her patients.”
Marie Rance
"I had read articles about acupuncture saying that it was very beneficial to neck and back pain so I decided to give it a go. I've been getting neck stiffness and pain and back pain for 10 years now. I also got headaches and felt sick with the pains. After the treatments with Lily, my headaches stopped, my muscles loosened and the pain had decreased - I generally felt a lot better after the treatments."
Miss B, Berkhamsted
"My husband and I have been trying to conceive for 3 years. I decided to try acupuncture following an article released in the BMJ showing an association with increased success rates of IVF alongside acupuncture. I also wanted to use it for relaxation.
My IVF worked first time! I found the sessions very relaxing - it was good to have some time out. Lily was also a fantastic listener!"
Mrs C, Harpenden
"I was suffering from stress, low mood and anxiety and decided to book in to see Lily after I got feedback from friends that acupuncture had worked for them. I found it increased my energy levels and mood and helped to relax my mind and body. I felt completely listened to in the consultation and I was given good advice and tips on maintaining health and wellbeing.
Lily it was a lovely experience and it gave me that extra boost I needed at the time!"
Miss K, 26, Tring