Acupuncture for atypical Trigeminal Neuralgia

I was diagnosed with atypical trigeminal neuralgia 2.5 years ago and, having joined the TN Association, read an article about how acupuncture had helped a sufferer in relieving pain caused by this condition. I was prescribed Oxcarbazepine, which is often taken for this condition. When I first visited Lily I was taking up to 4 tablets per day. I am now taking 2 tablets a day and I hope to reduce this down to 1 in the next few months.

I have ongoing acupuncture sessions - one every two or three weeks for 1 hour. Because I have quite a stressful job working on London every day, I will continue my sessions as I find them very helpful in reducing stress levels and thus reducing the pain caused by my TN. Having regular acupuncture relieves the tension build-up in my neck and face which, in turn, can sometimes stop the pain that I feel in my jaw from the TN, for a period of time. I am very satisfied with the care I receive.

Female, 62, Legal PA, Essex

Pain, NeurologyLily Lai2 February 2019Pain, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Stress, Acupuncture

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Refractory Headache - Non Hodgkins Lymphoma

"I had suffered from refractory headache due to damage from Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma since October 2004. The Acupuncture treatment gave me relief from the trigeminal neuralgia type pain in my left ear which has remained pain free.

I found Lily's manner very friendly and professional. She was interested in my complaint and keen to bring about a positive outcome. I found the website very helpful in terms of learning more about the different treatments on offer and Lily's background and training."

Katherine, 56, Dunstable

PainTestimonials11 August 2015Refractory Headache, Non Hodgkins Lymphoma, Acupuncture, Trigeminal Neuralgia

Posted by Lily Lai.