A clinical acupuncture session at Centre Mèdic Dr. Aldosa combines the millennia-old tradition of Chinese medicine with a modern medical perspective. We help you relieve pain, manage stress and restore your body’s balance.
Is this your first time? Call us at +376 867 700 and we’ll guide you with no obligation.
Acupuncture is a medical technique originating in China, with over 2,000 years of history, which uses very fine needles to stimulate specific points on the body. This stimulation regulates the nervous system, modulates inflammation and activates the body’s own natural mechanisms to restore balance.
In our practice, we apply clinical acupuncture: we integrate Chinese tradition with modern medical physiology, choosing for each patient the system or combination of systems best suited to their case. We don’t just treat the symptom — we treat the cause that sustains it.
It is a safe, minimally invasive treatment that complements your usual medicine.
Clinical acupuncture is particularly useful for functional disorders, chronic pain, mood disturbances and as supportive care in complex pathologies.
Neck pain, low back pain, shoulder pain, persistent muscle contractures and post-surgical pain.
When your nervous system is overloaded and you struggle to disconnect or sleep well.
Recurrent headaches, migraine with or without aura and associated cervical tension.
Asthma, allergic rhinitis, recurrent sinusitis and post-viral respiratory symptoms.
Irritable bowel syndrome, slow digestion, bloating and constipation.
Premenstrual syndrome, painful periods, perimenopause and fertility support.
Support in sports rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery and musculoskeletal injuries.
Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, post-COVID and integrative oncology support.
Not sure if your case fits an acupuncture session? Book a first visit: we’ll assess your situation and tell you whether it’s the right treatment or whether it should be combined with other approaches.
Acupuncture has evolved into different schools and systems. In our practice we combine these five approaches according to the case and the patient’s response. You don’t have to choose them yourself: we select the most appropriate combination for your condition.
A family acupuncture system passed down through generations, with distal points (on the limbs) that provide rapid pain relief.
Balanced acupuncture by Dr. Richard Tan, based on meridian balance. Treats pain with needles placed away from the affected area.
Sports Medical Acupuncture, integrating Western medicine with neurological points. Especially effective for musculoskeletal injuries.
Dr. Yamamoto's scalp acupuncture, with points on the head that mirror the entire body. Useful for neurological pain, paralysis and stroke sequelae.
A Japanese electroacupuncture system that measures the electrical conductance of the meridians for objective diagnosis and personalised treatment.
On the first visit we review your medical history, your symptoms and goals. If needed, we look at previous reports and lab results.
We outline which combination of systems we'll use, the estimated number of sessions and the frequency. We explain everything clearly.
Each session lasts around 30–45 minutes. We insert very fine needles at specific points. Most patients report a sensation of deep relaxation.
Every 4–6 sessions we review progress and adjust the plan. If needed, we integrate other centre treatments (PNI, micro-immunotherapy, ozone therapy).
Once the goal has been reached, we assess whether spaced maintenance sessions are needed or whether you can be discharged from treatment.
When practised by qualified professionals using appropriate materials, acupuncture is one of the medical techniques with the best safety profile. These are the pillars that make it so safe.
Sessions are performed by a registered doctor with specific training in clinical acupuncture and integrative medicine.
We use sterile, very thin gauge, single-use needles, individually sealed and disposed of as medical waste.
Before any session we review your clinical history to rule out contraindications (anticoagulants, pacemaker, pregnancy, etc.).
Acupuncture does not interfere with most pharmacological treatments. We coordinate the plan with your usual doctor when needed.
At Centre Mèdic Dr. Aldosa, acupuncture is not an isolated technique. We use it as one tool within an integrative approach, often combined with other disciplines at the centre to enhance results.
Mastery of Tung, Tan Balance, EAM Steiner, YNSA and Ryodoraku, to choose the best approach for each case rather than always applying the same protocol.
We don't just treat local symptoms: we assess whether acupuncture should be combined with other centre treatments to act on the cause.
No standard packages. We design a plan with clear goals, an estimated number of sessions and reassessment criteria.
High-quality needles, a properly equipped clinical space and unhurried sessions: each patient gets the time they need.
If you're under the care of another specialist, we coordinate the plan to ensure everything pulls in the same direction.
Acupuncture needles are extraordinarily fine (much thinner than an injection needle). Most patients feel only a slight pressure or a sensation of warmth at the moment of insertion. Some areas of the body are more sensitive than others, but overall it is not a painful technique.
It depends on the condition and your response. For acute issues, 3–6 sessions may be enough. For chronic conditions, we often plan an initial cycle of 6–10 sessions with reassessment afterwards. We discuss this honestly at the first visit.
The first visit usually lasts between 45 and 60 minutes (history-taking + treatment). Follow-up sessions last around 30–45 minutes.
Acupuncture has very few absolute contraindications. Extra care is needed in patients on anticoagulants, during pregnancy (for some points), with pacemakers (in case of electroacupuncture) or with active skin infections. We assess this at the first visit.
Side effects are rare and mild: occasionally a small localised bruise or a slight feeling of tiredness afterwards. Most patients report a sense of relaxation and well-being after the session.
Yes. Acupuncture is supported by a large body of medical literature, particularly for chronic pain, migraine, nausea, anxiety and several functional disorders. The WHO recognises it as a useful technique in various conditions.
In the vast majority of cases, yes. Acupuncture does not interfere with medications and often allows, over time, dose adjustments together with your usual doctor (never on your own). We coordinate the plan with your reference physician when needed.
Yes — this is one of its most evidence-supported indications. Stimulation of certain points regulates the autonomic nervous system and helps shift you towards a calmer state. It often improves sleep quality too.
Some private insurance plans cover acupuncture sessions performed by registered doctors. We recommend checking directly with your provider. We issue an invoice to facilitate reimbursement where applicable.
No special preparation is needed. We recommend coming well hydrated, neither fasting nor right after a heavy meal, and wearing comfortable clothes. After the session, it’s a good idea to drink water and avoid intense physical effort for a few hours.
If you’ve made it this far, there’s probably an aspect of your health you’d like to improve. The first visit is there to assess your case, propose a treatment plan and answer your questions clearly.
Centre Mèdic Dr. Aldosa
Av. Carlemany 75, 2n 1a · AD700 Escaldes-Engordany · Andorra
Telèfon: +376 867 700 · Correu electrònic: centremedicaldosa@gmail.com
Horari: dilluns a divendres, 9:00 - 13:30
