Transform Your Health with Acupuncture, Neuromuscular Bodywork & Movement Therapy
What Clients say about us
Hear from those who know us best. Their stories reflect the trust, dedication, and results we deliver every day.
Duncan was a great practitioner who was very attentive, easy to talk to, and always eager to problem solve to find a solution.
Highly recommend to everyone suffering from physical symptoms.
I can whole heartily recommend Duncan McGechie for professional and skilled care of body aches and pains.
I had been suffering from a chronic lower back problem for several months that I could not resolve on my own and that felt like it could get much worse.
Even after only one treatment, I got immediate improvement....4 visits later my back was so improved, we moved to my neck and shoulders with the same outcome. Duncan’s combination of myofascial release and acupuncture worked very well for me. I will seek care from him in future if needed...he
Knows what he’s doing!!!!
I recently had a consultation with Duncan for ongoing calf pain and I am very pleased with how effective his treatment has been.
His combination of acupuncture and tailored exercise guidance made a significant difference. Duncan was knowledgeable, attentive, and explained everything clearly throughout the process.
I appreciated how he explained what acupuncture would do, what to expect from the needles and how it might feel. It helped me relax and go through the treatment without anxiety.
I came to Duncan for acupuncture to help with sinus-related headaches, and I’m so glad I did. After just one session, my headaches eased and completely disappeared within three days — and they haven’t returned since! Duncan was professional, knowledgeable, and made me feel at ease throughout the treatment. I’m really grateful for his expertise and highly recommend him to anyone considering acupuncture.
Duncan has been amazing and really helped me with my shoulder Injury and leg injury, I don’t know he manages to pinpoint the exact problem and work on it , every treatment I had there was an improvement and exercises given to help aid the recovery, I back to exercising as normal again , I can’t recommend Duncan enough !
I've been seeing Duncan for several months now and he's made a real difference in my health! Professional, knowledgeable, and attentive. He helped resolve issues I’d struggled with for a long time. Highly recommend!
I’ve been seeing Duncan at AcuBody Therapies in Holborn for the last few months, to help with a complex and chronic pain issue, that I’ve been suffering with for the past 8 years. A historical ankle injury that has led to misalignment, knee pain, torn hip cartilage, back pain, trapped nerves. The lot! It’s been a long and frustrating journey, but Duncan has been a true game-changer in my recovery.
He brings a fantastic combination of skills. Acupuncture, myofascial massage, targeted strengthening exercises, and a deep understanding of how the body compensates under strain. Rather than just treating surface symptoms, Duncan has helped me address the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction.
He’s also helped get my nervous system out of a constant fight-or-flight mode. Something I didn’t even realise was affecting my healing. I’ve noticed significant improvements in my everyday movement, less pain overall, and I finally feel like I’m moving toward long-term recovery and a better quality of life.
He is not only incredibly skilled, but also kind, patient, and truly attentive. You feel genuinely looked after in every session.
If you’re dealing with chronic pain, injury, or issues with movement, I can’t recommend Duncan highly enough. His holistic, evidence-based approach is making a real difference in my life.
My experience with Duncan at Acubody Therapies has been excellent thus far.
His clinic was recommended to me by another patient who has successfully undergone fertility treatment with him.
He is incredibly patient and knowledgable, kindly answering my questions, helping me understand more about my body and fertility throughout my sessions with him.
He has also helped immensely with other muscular skeletal issues that have recently arisen (neck/shoulder tension and hamstring/knee pain).
The clinic is also lovely, and conveniently located.
I am grateful for his expertise, confident I am making progress and that my treatments will lead to success.
Duncan has been providing me with regular appointments for around a year now , and has delivered a range of treatments Including acupuncture, soft tissue massage and body repositioning work . He has also been an attentive and active listener who focuses on the small details - sometimes absolutely key to sustained recovery - which other people have missed .
I am 6”8 with a history or Musculoskeletal and mental heath issues , and before meeting Duncan really struggled to find a path forward . Cannot recommend highly enough both as a professional and a person .
Duncan really understands the mechanics of the body and is helping me slowly fix an old injury that has become newly problematic. He is kind and it is working!
I have been seeing Duncan for neuromuscular therapy on an old rotator cuff injury and I am really pleased with his treatment and my progress. He was able to assess and identify the hidden (unexpected!) cause of my shoulder issues and recommended exercises that have really helped. Duncan is really knowledgeable, friendly and professional. He listens to your concerns and cares about your goals and recovery.
I would definitely recommend!
The clinic is easily accessible from Holborn tube station. It is a nice and calming environment, very clean and tidy. I was seen by Duncan who treated my recurrent cough and sore throat during my third trimester of pregnancy with Accupuncture. Duncan was very diligent and professional, he took the time to ask thorough questions in order to tailor the treatment to my body’s exact needs. His presence is calming and reassuring which is what you want when getting accupuncture ! I would strongly recommend booking an appointment with him!
TRANSFORMATIVE
I’ve struggled my entire adult life with tension culminating to profound physical pain. It became so normal to me I largely adapted and just lived in a constant state of discomfort. In 2 sessions I was 80% healed and without the acuity of the pain, I was able to carry on home exercises and daily adjustments to make incremental progress. I am so very grateful to Duncan. He is a true healer.
I visited Duncan when I had some shoulder and psoas issues. He's very knowledgeable, professional and makes you feel at ease right away. He provided acupuncture and myofascial bodywork, which worked wonders. I would highly recommend him and I will definitely be back.
I recently had an amazing experience with acupuncture from Duncan. He made me feel welcome and really listened to my concerns. Duncan is friendly and professional, making the whole experience enjoyable. If you're thinking about acupuncture, I highly recommend seeing Duncan!
I was experiencing a lot of pain from my hip, glutes and calf making it difficult to sit or get out of bed in the mornings. After 10 acupuncture sessions with Duncan I can say that I was able to exercise, sit in comfort and no longer have a tight calf. Duncan explained how the needles and acupuncture works. I’m very lucky to have an excellent acupuncturist so close to my home and would defined recommend him to anyone.
Duncan is one of the best therapists I’ve seen - and unfortunately I’ve seen lots to deal with ongoing musculoskeletal issues. He’s got lots of experience across acupuncture and myofascial release. He is adept at applying this knowledge to your specific situation and working with your feedback to help you get better. I couldn’t recommend him more!
I visited Duncan for acupuncture and I had the most wonderful experience with him. I had been experiencing cramps on my face, rhinitis every morning, headaches, irregular periods, myoma, constant breast tenderness, ovarian cyst, constipation, thyroid node, inflammation in my lymph nodes on my right armpit and pain in the same area (the doctors told me to wait 6 months because they couldn’t find a problem with my exams).
My boyfriend is having his treatments with Duncan and he gave me a gift to try acupuncture and the results were incredible. After the first session all my symptoms improved, I noticed that cramps on my face, headaches, constipation, rhinitis every morning, pain on my right armpit disappeared, and after the 3rd session my period arrived without problems and was normal and desinflamation on my lymph nodes. After every session I noticed a lot of happiness and relaxation.
In my opinion as a GP I think it is important to try acupuncture (if you have small symptoms or otherwise) because you will notice a huge difference in your daily life. Duncan is highly professional, highly knowledgeable, he really cares about our problems, very helpful, with great skills and great energy. I am happy and grateful to him and I highly recommend.
Thank you very much Duncan for all your support, kindness and great vibes. I will continue on this journey to improve my emotions and physical health 🙂
I visited to have insomnia and anxiety treated and have been incredibly happy with the progress made since having regular sessions - I started to experience improvements after 5 weeks and now my sleep pattern has returned to normal, I'd highly recommend Duncan.
I’ve been suffering from chronic sinusitis and migraines for at least 8 years and multiple appointments with ENTs and GPs have not helped. I decided to take massive action and try acupuncture with Duncan. After explaining my history and symptoms Duncan made a treatment plan over a series of visits to target the problem areas. From the first treatment I felt changes and around 6 treatments later I have had huge reduction in the migraines and more control over the sinusitis symptoms. Duncan is highly knowledgeable, kind and amazing at what he does, so don’t hesitate to try him out if you have a condition that medicine just cannot resolve. Highly recommended and thank you 🙂
I have been working with Duncan for afew months now I so can give an honest review in saying that he has genuinely changed my life. He has successfully worked on a persistent hip pain no other professional has been able to figure out. He has most recently helped with a foot issue I have been ignoring aswell as acupuncture for other issues. I love my sessions with Duncan as they are specific to how I am feeling on that day whilst also focusing on my original issue that I know will take some time longer. I love his space and energy and the multiple practices he uses in each session. It is always a delight to see him, I know I will leave feeling good.
I had a neck injury years ago, and spend long hours working in front of screens. I first visited Duncan a few years after the accident for acupuncture and I felt immeasurably better after a few sessions. I’ve returned recently because my back problems have got worse with age and work. I’d been visiting a local osteopath for a few years with slow incremental change - most of the relief and improvement I could trace to my own level of exercise; I was feeling frustrated, and received a random email from Acubody recently, and decided to revisit. Duncan’s approach is unique ans multidisciplinary. Diagnosis discovered other issues not seen by my previous osteopaths, and I felt the benefits after the first session, my shoulders and neck felt unlocked and free for the first time in 6 months. I’ve had 2 sessions since and I can feel huge developments towards better movement and pain free living. I visited osteopaths and acupuncturists separately before, but the Acubody approach combines the best of both, and the exercises are much simpler and better general exercise, than previous osteo’s micro stretches, and come with video instructions to remind you at home.
The sessions are relaxed, comfortable and courteous. I’m annoyed with myself I didn’t come back to Duncan sooner!
Welcome to Acubody
Acupuncture, Bodywork, Chinese Medicine, Pilates & Qigong Coaching
If you think you need a fresh perspective on your health problems, this is the place to be. Available for consultations by appointment, Duncan and Bridget, husband and wife team take an integrated approach to your health. Using acupuncture, neuromuscular physical therapy, Chinese herbal medicine, Pilates and movement retraining strategies.
Acupuncture Treatments & Training Services
Conditions
Information on some of the issues that people commonly come to us for help with.
Prices
See below for block booking options which help us to plan your therapy and bring down your per session rate. Blocks can be used over a time period appropriate to your treatment plan.
(1:1)
Training
Prices for Acubody Therapies in London: Acupuncture, Bodywork, Pilates, and Chinese Herbal Medicine consultation.
Notice of appointment cancellation must be received not less than 24 hours in advance or the full fee may be charged.
What We Do
We provide integrative treatment solutions for musculoskeletal disorders, postural and alignment retraining with Chinese medicine, acupuncture, neuromuscular therapy, Pilates and movement training.
We regularly help people with issues like persistent pain & headaches, fertility & menstrual dysfunction, digestive problems, stress and anxiety.
We also offer bespoke online health coaching programs combining our specialist knowledge to help you feel younger, master aches & pains and boost your energy levels.
Focused on the hidden drivers of your problems, and the route away from them.
Bridget offers 1:1 studio Pilates teaching and online 1:1 studio Pilates and reformer classes. Please contact Bridget to schedule an appointment.
Menstrual irregularity, fertility, period pain, Postural issues, sports injuries, RSI & chronic pain back pain. Stress, anxiety, insomnia & related disorders. Digestive, auto-immune & EENT.
Acubody therapies are integrating an up to date understanding of fascial anatomy and postural dysfunction, biomechanics and movement training with the Chinese medicine systems of acupuncture and herbal medicine to deliver you optimal, integrative, personalised care.
We always see the person as a unique individual and listen to your needs and goals We blend the approaches used specifically for your care. We offer Acupuncture and Bodywork therapy treatments in Holborn in central London and in south east London.
As an ex dancer and Pilates teacher trainer with over 2 decades of experience, Bridget is perfectly placed to help you find a way to move and inhabit your body with ease and control. Studio Pilates with Bridget is available in Bloomsbury in central London, in south east London and Online.
As a graduate of the pro sport physio Go-To Therapist mentorship, and a certified GMB trainer Duncan is also skilled in finding the hidden causes of pain. Motivated to help you get beyond pain and restriction in your rehabilitation, to achieve new levels of strength and physical autonomy.
Balance for your body and your mind.
Helping you find your optimal.
Meet Our Specialists
Dedicated Experts Guiding Your Wellness Journey
Our team of skilled specialists is here to support your health and wellness with personalized care and expert guidance.
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Read MoreFAQs
Your first visit will begin with a comprehensive consultation where we’ll review your medical history, assess your current health needs, and discuss your personal health goals. During this session, your practitioner will work to identify the underlying causes of any issues or imbalances, helping to determine the most effective treatment plan. This holistic, patient-centered approach is at the heart of acubody company values, ensuring we provide you with the best possible results.
Acupuncture treatments involve the insertion of fine needles into specific areas, which are left in place for 15-30 minutes.
Acupuncture needles are extremely fine and are generally painless. Many patients report a sense of deep relaxation during and after their treatment. While some may feel a slight pressure as the needle is inserted, this sensation typically fades quickly. Your practitioner will continuously check in to ensure you’re comfortable and relaxed throughout your session. We only use the highest quality needles to guarantee the best experience for you.
Yes! The World Health Organization (WHO) currently recognizes acupuncture as an effective treatment for over 100 different conditions.
Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years in traditional medicine to treat a wide variety of health issues, and modern studies support its efficacy. We see the transformation of our patients regularly, and many report significant improvements in their symptoms after receiving treatment. Treatment times and outcomes vary from person to person, but we’ll work closely with you to ensure consistent progress on your health journey.








