Practitioner-led Private Clinical Service
Sarah J Gill MSc BSc (Hons) LTA Cert. Lic. Ac.
Specialising in Lymphoedema Care, Post-Surgery Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Scar Management and Acupuncture.
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Clinical expertise
HCPC registered Occupational Therapist, Lymphoedema Specialist Practitioner and Member of MLD UK. BAWMA qualified acupuncturist and member of the Acupuncture Regulatory Authority.
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Assessment-led care
Individual assessment and treatment planning rather than a generic treatment-only approach.
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Education and self-management
Helping patients understand their condition and developing strategies to use beyond their appointments.
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Personalised continuity of care
Building relationships over time with appropriate follow-up and onward referral when needed.
Treatment room at Spa Butterfly
Lymphatic Health
Comprehensive lymphatic care
Lymphatic health treatments focus on supporting the body’s natural lymphatic system and encouraging healthy fluid movement. Manual lymphatic drainage massage may help manage fluid retention and swelling, promote circulation, reduce feelings of heaviness and support relaxation. Treatment is tailored to your individual needs and circumstances. Lymphatic treatments can complement recovery, wellbeing and a healthy lifestyle.
Lymphoedema care
Lymphoedema is a long-term condition that causes swelling in the body's tissues. It can affect any part of the body. There are many causes, for example; cancer treatment, lifestyle or hereditary conditions.
Lymphoedema care focuses on managing the swelling caused by a build-up of lymphatic fluid. Treatment can include manual lymphatic drainage massage, compression, movement and exercise and skincare.
Post-surgery
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle, specialist massage that supports lymphatic flow and helps manage swelling and inflammation following surgery. It can help reduce swelling, ease feelings of tightness, support tissue recovery and improve comfort. MLD may also help manage fluid build-up, supporting the healing process when appropriate for the type of surgery and stage of recovery.
Scar Management
Helping you heal, move and feel more comfortable
Scars are a natural part of the healing process, but sometimes they can cause discomfort, tightness, sensitivity or restricted movement. Whether your scar is recent or has been present for several years, specialist scar management may help improve comfort, tissue mobility and your confidence in managing your scar.
At MedAcu, I offer a personalised, clinically informed approach to scar management, drawing on my background as a qualified occupational therapist, NHS lymphoedema practitioner and medical acupuncturist.
My aim is to help you better understand your scar, improve comfort and support your recovery with a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs.
How can scar management help?
Scar management may be beneficial following:
- - Caesarean section (C-section)
- - Abdominal or other surgical procedures
- - Cosmetic surgery
- - Injury or trauma
- - Other procedures that have left scar tissue
If you have a scar that feels tight, uncomfortable or is affecting your movement, scar management may be suitable for you.
Your treatment, tailored to you
Every scar is different. Following an individual assessment, your treatment may include appropriate scar massage and mobilisation techniques, advice on scar care and self-management, and guidance on supporting tissue recovery.
Treatment is provided following assessment. Techniques and expected outcomes depend on the type, age and condition of the scar.
Western Medical Acupuncture
What is it and how can it help?
Medical acupuncture is a modern adaptation of traditional Chinese acupuncture, grounded in current medical knowledge and clinical research. It involves the insertion of fine needles into specific points on the body to stimulate nerves, muscles, and connective tissue. This helps promote natural healing, relieve pain, and improve physical and emotional wellbeing. Medical acupuncture focuses on evidence-based outcomes, offering a safe, effective, and scientifically informed approach to supporting the body’s natural healing processes.
What does the process involve?
A course of treatment begins with an initial consultation, where I will take a detailed medical history, assess your symptoms, and develop a personalised treatment plan. The course duration is variable but often involves 4-6 weekly sessions with many people seeing improvements after 2-3 sessions.
Cosmetic Acupuncture
Cosmetic acupuncture is a gentle treatment using fine needles at specific points on the face to support circulation and stimulate collagen production. It aims to improve skin tone, texture and overall radiance.