HOVE OSTEOPATHIC CLINIC · NEW CHURCH ROAD
Acupuncture
in Hove.
Meet Sunny for acupuncture and massage at Hove Osteopathic Clinic. Her background in nursing, hands-on care and Chinese medicine informs a considered approach, with space to explain what brings you here and ask questions before treatment.
Enquire about an appointmentAppointments on Wednesdays, arranged in advance.
An experienced perspectiveNursing, massage and acupuncture training
Your local appointment233 New Church Road, Hove
A clear conversationDiscuss the approach, fee and next step
PERSONAL CARE, CLOSE TO HOME
Personal care
in Hove.
A conversation before a treatment plan.
Choosing an acupuncturist in Hove begins with finding someone you can talk to. You may have a particular concern in mind, feel unsure about needles or simply want to understand what an appointment involves. At Neijing, Sunny takes time to hear your history and discuss your priorities. The consultation helps you explore whether the available approach is appropriate, rather than committing you to a standard course of treatment.
The Hove clinic is based at Hove Osteopathic Clinic, 233 New Church Road, Hove BN3 4EE. Neijing’s listed opening time here is Wednesday, 9am–6pm. These are clinic opening hours rather than a promise that every appointment time is available. Contact Sunny before travelling, agree a time and confirm what the visit will include. If you have a question about getting into or moving around the building, ask when you enquire so you can plan with accurate information.
There is no need to arrive with a complete explanation of your symptoms. It is enough to describe what you have noticed, how long it has been happening and what matters in your daily life. Let Sunny know about other healthcare, current medicines and any recent changes. This gives your conversation a useful starting point and helps you make an informed choice about the next step.
Contact the Hove clinicDIFFERENT TOOLS. ONE PERSONAL PLAN.
Acupuncture &
individual care.
At Hove, Sunny combines acupuncture training with a background in nursing and massage. The methods discussed at your appointment depend on your history, preferences and the service you book. An assessment comes before a proposed treatment, and you have time to understand the options, ask about suitability and decide whether you would like to proceed.
Acupuncture, explained as you go
Acupuncture involves placing fine needles at selected points after a consultation and assessment. Sunny draws on Classical Chinese Medicine, Five Element acupuncture and Applied Channel Theory. These approaches inform her traditional assessment and choice of points. She can explain the proposed treatment in plain language, including what you may feel and how to signal if you would like a pause. You are welcome to ask about needles before deciding whether to proceed.
Massage and hands-on care
Sunny’s professional background includes massage as well as acupuncture. If you would prefer hands-on treatment, or would like to know whether massage could be part of an appointment, say so when contacting the Hove clinic. Confirm the available service, its length and price rather than assuming that every therapy follows the acupuncture fee card. Your preferences belong in the discussion, particularly if there are areas of your body you would rather not have treated.
Other Chinese medicine techniques
Sunny’s profile describes gua sha, cupping and moxibustion as techniques that may be incorporated according to individual requirements. They are distinct methods, with different practical considerations, and are not automatically included in every visit. Ask which approach is being proposed, why it is relevant and what you should expect during and after it. Further training is part of a practitioner’s background; it does not mean that every method is suitable for every person.
A plan you can review
Before arranging repeat visits, discuss what you hope to change, how you would notice any difference and when you will review the plan. Include the cost and time involved in that conversation. At review, you can talk about your experience, any unwanted effects and whether the approach still fits your priorities. Agree the next step together, which may be to continue, adapt the plan or stop.
Your practitioner discusses suitability before treatment. Responses vary; acupuncture complements care and does not replace medical diagnosis, prescribed treatment or urgent attention.
YOUR PRACTITIONERMEET YOUR PRACTITIONER
Meet
Sunny.
Nursing, massage and Chinese medicine.
Xiao Chun Gao, known as Sunny, practises acupuncture and massage in Hove, Worthing and Haywards Heath. She studied at the International College of Oriental Medicine and graduated with a BSc Honours degree in Acupuncture awarded by Greenwich University. Her profile lists Lic AC, MBAcC and BSc, and describes her as a certified member of the British Acupuncture Council. You can read the full profile to explore her training before contacting her.
Sunny came to acupuncture from nursing and massage. She began nursing work in China in 1989 and has more than fifteen years of Registered General Nurse experience there, including thoracic, digestive and orthopaedic units. Her background also includes NHS healthcare experience. These professional experiences inform the way she listens to your history and discusses your needs alongside her training in Chinese medicine.
Her continuing study includes auricular acupuncture, facial enhancement acupuncture, Master Tung acupuncture and scalp acupuncture, alongside study of Chinese herbs. If a particular technique interests you, ask whether it is currently offered in Hove and whether it would be appropriate for your circumstances. You can read more about this training on Sunny’s full profile and bring any questions to your first conversation.
Sunny’s full profileYOUR TIME, WELL SPENT
Your acupuncture
appointment.
The published Hove acupuncture fees are £60 for an initial consultation and treatment lasting 60–75 minutes, and £60 for a follow-up lasting 45–60 minutes. Confirm the current fee, length and exact service when arranging your appointment. A first visit gives more time for your history; a follow-up includes a review before deciding how to proceed.
Initial consultation
An initial consultation, relevant history and assessment, followed by discussion of the proposed approach and treatment if you decide to proceed. Confirm the service and what is included with your practitioner.
Follow-up treatment
Time to review the previous visit, discuss any changes in health or preferences, complete an assessment and agree the proposed treatment. Confirm the relevant fee and length before booking.
Published Hove acupuncture fees; confirm current details with Sunny.
Not sure where to begin? Enquire about the available appointment options before booking.
Let’s talkYour first appointment, step by step.
Tell your story
Bring a current medicines list and details of relevant health conditions or other treatment. Explain what you have tried, what has changed and any concerns you have about acupuncture. You can mention practical preferences too, including how much explanation you would like before each part of the appointment.
Understand the proposal
Your consultation and body or pulse assessment inform the approach Sunny discusses with you. Ask what the assessment involves, which methods may be used and what the alternatives are. Tell her about pregnancy, bleeding risks, skin problems or previous reactions before agreeing to treatment.
Agree the next step
Before leaving, ask what to expect afterwards and how to contact the clinic with a concern. Check that you feel steady and alert before travelling. If you choose to return, agree a review point and tell Sunny about changes in health, medication or other care at the next visit.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Planning your Wednesday visit.
A little preparation. Time to settle in.
For a Hove appointment, call +44 7375 854148 or use the contact page, naming Hove and Sunny in your message. Keep an initial enquiry focused on the service, preferred date and practical questions. You do not need to send a detailed medical history or sensitive documents through a general enquiry. The consultation is the place to discuss personal health information in more detail.
Use the directions link to check the address before you set out. If you need information about parking, transport, steps, toilets or other access arrangements, ask the clinic directly; those details can change and should not be guessed from a map. Allow yourself time to arrive without rushing, and tell the clinic if your plans change or you need to discuss moving an appointment.
Our acupuncture FAQs and aftercare guide offer general questions to consider before and after a visit. They complement the discussion with your practitioner rather than setting rules for your individual situation. If your healthcare team has given you specific instructions about eating, drinking, medicines or activity, keep those instructions and raise any uncertainty before making a change.
View clinic location and hoursA FEW THINGS YOU MAY WONDER
Your clinic
questions.
Practical answers before you visit.
More acupuncture FAQs
Where is the Hove clinic?
Appointments take place at Hove Osteopathic Clinic, 233 New Church Road, Hove BN3 4EE. Use the directions link to check the address, and contact the clinic about any access requirements before booking.
Who will I see in Hove?
Sunny, whose full name is Xiao Chun Gao, is the Neijing practitioner listed for Hove. Her profile describes her acupuncture training, nursing and massage background, and current clinic locations.
When is the Hove clinic open?
The listed opening time is Wednesday, 9am–6pm. Appointments are arranged in advance. Confirm Sunny’s current availability before travelling; a listed opening time does not guarantee an available slot.
What are the acupuncture fees?
The published Hove options are £60 for an initial consultation lasting 60–75 minutes and £60 for a follow-up lasting 45–60 minutes. Confirm the service, current price and what is included when booking.
Can I ask about massage rather than acupuncture?
Yes. Sunny’s background includes massage. Say which service you are interested in when enquiring and confirm whether it is available in Hove, how long it lasts and its fee.
What should I mention before treatment?
Tell Sunny about relevant health conditions, medicines, other care, pregnancy, bleeding risks, skin problems and concerns about needles. Ask about the proposed method, alternatives and possible unwanted effects before agreeing to proceed.
Do I need to book a course of visits?
There is no fixed number of sessions for everyone. Discuss the proposed frequency, cost and review point with Sunny, then consider whether to continue, adapt or stop as you review the experience.
How do I contact the clinic?
Call +44 7375 854148 or use the clinic enquiry link, which selects Hove on the contact page. Include your appointment questions and preferred times; avoid sending sensitive documents or detailed medical history in a general enquiry.
Does acupuncture replace medical treatment?
No. Acupuncture is complementary care. Keep prescribed treatment and medical appointments in place, and discuss new, persistent or worsening symptoms with an appropriate healthcare professional.
ACUPUNCTURE HOVE
Your appointment
in Hove.
Contact the Hove clinic to ask about an acupuncture or massage appointment with Sunny. Mention your preferred Wednesday and any practical questions, then confirm the service, fee and time before travelling. Use the clinic enquiry link to select Hove and share the appointment questions you would like answered. Please keep the first message to contact details and practical information, rather than a detailed medical history.
Send an appointment enquiryCLINIC HOURS
- Wednesday
- 9am–6pm
By appointment. Confirm your preferred practitioner’s availability.
GET IN TOUCH
+44 7375 854148info@neijingacupuncture.comPlease use the clinic enquiry link to select your location.
