Acupuncture East Auckland

Acupuncture East Auckland

Meditree provides acupuncture in East Auckland for people seeking calm, professional, evidence-informed care for pain, injury recovery and long-term wellbeing. Our clinic supports patients from Howick, Pakuranga, Botany, East Tamaki, Bucklands Beach, Highland Park and Flat Bush with personalised acupuncture treatment plans that can also include physiotherapy, Chinese herbal medicine, Tuina, cupping or moxibustion when clinically appropriate.

Benefits of acupuncture

Acupuncture is commonly used to support pain relief, nervous system regulation, mobility and recovery. Many patients seek care for back pain treatment, neck pain treatment, shoulder pain, headaches, sports injuries, stress, sleep concerns and general wellbeing. At Meditree, acupuncture is not presented as a quick generic treatment. Your practitioner considers your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, movement and goals before recommending a plan.

Treatment may involve traditional body acupuncture, Balance Acupuncture, Zhu's Scalp Acupuncture, electro acupuncture, cupping therapy, moxibustion or Tui Na support. The aim is to reduce discomfort, support the body's natural recovery processes and help you return to the activities that matter to you. Where pain or injury is linked to movement, our acupuncture care can work alongside physiotherapy and rehabilitation advice.

Conditions treated

Patients commonly visit Meditree for back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, wrist pain, headaches, sciatica-like symptoms, sports injuries, ACC injury recovery, stress and sleep issues, digestive health, women's health and fatigue. We also support people who want ongoing maintenance care as part of a broader wellbeing plan.

If your condition is not listed, our team can still help you decide whether acupuncture is appropriate. Your first appointment includes assessment and discussion of treatment options, expected progress, safety considerations and when physiotherapy, Chinese herbal medicine or referral may be more suitable.

ACC acupuncture and integrated care

Meditree is an ACC registered provider. If your injury is covered by ACC, you may be eligible for subsidised acupuncture treatment. ACC acupuncture in East Auckland can support injury-related pain, soft-tissue tension, restricted movement and recovery planning. Bring any claim details you have, or contact our team if you are unsure what information is needed.

Our integrated clinic model means acupuncture and physiotherapy can work together under one roof. This is especially helpful for ACC injury treatment, sports injury rehabilitation, persistent back pain, neck pain and recovery after a period of reduced mobility. We focus on practical care, clear communication and patient confidence.

Why choose Meditree

Meditree Acupuncture & Physiotherapy combines Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern rehabilitation thinking. Our practitioners bring experience across acupuncture, physiotherapy, Chinese herbal medicine, Tuina therapy, manual therapy and rehabilitation. This allows patients to access different but complementary forms of care without feeling like they are moving between disconnected providers.

The clinic is designed to feel calm, professional and trustworthy. Patients from East Auckland communities including Howick, Pakuranga, Botany, East Tamaki, Bucklands Beach, Highland Park and Flat Bush choose Meditree for patient-centred care, ACC support and a clear explanation of treatment options before care begins.

Practitioner Experience & EEAT

Meditree's local SEO pages are backed by real practitioner experience, professional registrations and patient-centred clinical care.

Reina Yi

Lead Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner

CMCNZ registered Acupuncturist, Herbal Medicine Practitioner and Tuina Practitioner; ACC Registered Treatment Provider; member of Acupuncture NZ.

Special interests: Pain relief, ACC injury recovery, women's health, digestive health, stress, sleep and Chinese herbal medicine.

Henry Chan

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy with clinical rehabilitation experience.

Special interests: Sports injury rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, movement restoration, post-operative recovery and exercise prescription.

Xiaodong Jin

Acupuncturist & Tui Na Therapist

Bachelor of Health Science in Acupuncture, ACC Treatment Provider and registered member of professional Chinese medicine associations.

Special interests: Acupuncture, Tui Na, manual therapy, Chinese martial arts-informed movement principles, balance and long-term wellbeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is acupuncture covered by ACC?

Yes. If your injury is accepted by ACC, you may be eligible for subsidised acupuncture treatment at Meditree as an ACC registered provider.

Do I need a GP referral?

No referral is needed for private acupuncture. For ACC care, bring your claim details if you have them, or ask our team what information may be needed.

Can acupuncture help chronic pain?

Many patients seek acupuncture for chronic pain, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain and headaches. Your practitioner will assess whether acupuncture is appropriate for your situation.

How many treatments will I need?

This depends on your condition, duration of symptoms and goals. Your practitioner will discuss a plan after assessment.

Can acupuncture and physiotherapy work together?

Yes. Meditree's integrated model allows acupuncture and physiotherapy to support pain relief, movement restoration and rehabilitation together where appropriate.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Book online, request an appointment, or contact our team to discuss whether Meditree is the right fit for your needs.