Rob Horsfall

Training and background

Rob Horsfall, Lic Ac, MBAcC, BSc, began studying acupuncture in 2014 with Dr. Edward Neal, MD. He continued his studies at the International College of Oriental Medicine, graduating with a First Class BSc Honours degree in Acupuncture awarded by Greenwich University.

Rob is a member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC).

Approach to acupuncture

Rob draws on Classical Chinese Medicine (Stems & Branches), Five Elements and Applied Channel Theory in his assessment and treatment planning. Gua sha, cupping and moxibustion may also be incorporated, depending on the individual client’s requirements.

Massage and soft tissue therapy

Rob holds a BTEC Level 5 Professional Diploma in Soft Tissue Therapy. His training covers remedial massage, sports massage, neuromuscular techniques, Soft Tissue Release (STR), Muscle Energy Techniques (MET), myofascial techniques and Positional Release (PRI).

Continuing professional development

• Advanced Applied Channel Theory with Dr. Jason Robertson — 2023
• Applied Channel Theory with Jamie Hamilton — 2023
• Musculoskeletal CPD with Roy Haitzin — 2020
• Treating Musculoskeletal Conditions using Traditional East Asian & Western Medicine with Alex Brazkiewicz — 2019
• Advanced Needle Technique with Dr. Edward Neal, MD — Xinglin Institute — 2019
• Advanced Clinical Practicums with Dr. Edward Neal, MD — Xinglin Institute — 2018
• Neijing Medicine: Theoretical and Clinical Foundations (Year I) with Dr. Edward Neal, MD — Xinglin Institute — 2014–2015