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Amanda is giving a patient acupuncture around the legs, the patient is lying on a treatment couch

Services at Upwey Acupuncture

Gentle, personalised acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in Upwey.

If you need targeted care for an ongoing health issue, or help with something more acute, I am here to support you with attentive, one-on-one care at Upwey Acupuncture.

I am Dr Amanda Cox-Edwards (TCM), and I provide treatments designed to support your body’s natural balance in a tranquil environment. Located in Upwey, the clinic cares for individuals and families across the local community, including Tecoma, Belgrave, Upper Ferntree Gully, Ferntree Gully, Rowville, and Scoresby.

Explore the range of services below to learn more about how each session is tailored to your unique health journey.

What Upwey Acupuncture offers

Acupuncture

A gentle, ancient technique using ultra-fine, single-use sterile needles placed on specific points along the body. Treatment is tailored to your individual needs and designed to encourage relaxation while supporting your overall physical and emotional wellbeing.

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Acupuncture for children

A gentle, interactive approach adapted specifically for kids and teens. Using minimal needle retention times or completely needle-free techniques, sessions are tailored to your child’s age, temperament and comfort level.

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Chinese herbal medicine

Personalised herbal formulas available in convenient granules, capsules, pills or other preparations. Herbal medicine can complement your acupuncture sessions or be provided as a stand-alone treatment, depending on your individual needs.

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Cupping

A traditional Chinese medicine technique using gentle suction cups placed on the skin. Cupping may be incorporated into your treatment to support muscular relaxation, local circulation and general wellbeing.

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Dietary and lifestyle advice

Practical, seasonal self-care guidance rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine principles. Advice may include food, movement, rest and everyday habits tailored to your constitution, lifestyle and individual health goals.

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Facial acupuncture

A luxurious, holistic treatment combining ultra-fine facial and body acupuncture with soothing bodywork. Sessions can include facial, neck and head massage, gua sha, facial cupping, jade or rose quartz rollers, acupressure and other gentle techniques.

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Heat therapy and moxibustion

A traditional Chinese medicine technique that applies gentle herbal warmth near specific acupuncture points. Moxibustion may be used alongside acupuncture or other treatments when appropriate to your individual care plan.

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Tui na massage and acupressure

Traditional Chinese therapeutic massage and manual point stimulation using techniques such as massage, acupressure and gentle stretching. Tui na may be incorporated into your acupuncture treatment where appropriate.

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Ready to experience one-on-one care?

Every consultation at Upwey Acupuncture begins with a thorough conversation about your health goals. From there, I create an individual treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals.

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Services FAQ’s

Most people are pleasantly surprised by how gentle acupuncture is. The needles used are very fine – much thinner than standard medical needles. You might feel a tiny prick, followed by a brief warming, tingling, or mild dull ache that lasts just a few seconds. Once the needles are in place, most patients find the treatment deeply relaxing, and many even drift off to sleep during their session.

Your initial consultation starts with a thorough discussion about your general health, lifestyle, medical history, and specific goals. From there, a personalised care plan is designed for you. Your session may include gentle acupuncture alongside complementary therapies like cupping, massage (tui na), moxibustion, or tailored diet and lifestyle advice—depending on what best supports your body.

Cupping is a traditional technique where special glass cups are applied to the skin using a brief flame to create gentle suction. This process is traditionally used to support local blood circulation, release tension in tight muscles, and assist with stiffness, particularly in the back and shoulders. It leaves a warm, soothing sensation, though it may leave mild, temporary circular marks that fade within a few days.

Yes, paediatric acupuncture is a gentle, specialised branch of Chinese medicine adapted specifically for children and young teenagers. Because children typically respond very quickly, needles are often inserted and removed immediately rather than left in place. For sensitive or younger children, treatment can also focus entirely on non-needle techniques like gentle massage (tui na), acupressure, or mild moxibustion.

Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is a holistic cosmetic treatment that combines gentle facial and body acupuncture with rose quartz gua sha, facial cupping, and relaxing massage to support skin vitality and a healthy glow. Please note that under Australian health fund rules, treatments focused primarily on cosmetic facial rejuvenation cannot be claimed on private health insurance.