Joshua Lloyd

Registered Acupuncture in East London, Ontario

As a Registered Acupuncturist in London, Ontario, Joshua provides individualized acupuncture treatments using fine, sterile, single-use needles placed at specific points on the body.

Patients may seek acupuncture support for concerns such as:

• Low back pain
• Neck and shoulder tension
• Headaches and migraines
• Muscle tension
• Stress-related symptoms
• Hip and pelvic discomfort
• General pain and mobility concerns

Each acupuncture appointment is tailored to the patient’s symptoms, health history, goals, and response to care.

Patients seeking acupuncture with Joshua should book under the Acupuncture section of our online booking site. Receipts are issued under registered acupuncture when acupuncture treatment is provided.

Insurance coverage varies by individual plan. Patients are encouraged to confirm that their benefits include treatment by a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.).

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Manual Osteopathic Treatment in London, Ontario

Joshua also provides manual osteopathic treatment for patients experiencing pain, tension, postural strain, movement restrictions, and other musculoskeletal concerns.

Visceral Manipulation A gentle manual therapy approach focused on mobility and tension involving the abdominal and pelvic regions. It may be used as part of an individualized treatment plan for patients experiencing abdominal tension, pelvic discomfort, postsurgical restrictions, digestive-area tension, or movement restrictions involving the trunk and pelvis.

Craniosacral Therapy A gentle hands-on approach focused on the head, spine, sacrum, and surrounding tissues. Joshua may incorporate craniosacral techniques for concerns such as headaches and migraines, jaw and TMJ-related tension, neck tension, stress-related symptoms, pelvic discomfort, and general nervous-system tension.

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Conditions Joshua Commonly Sees

Joshua welcomes patients seeking acupuncture or manual osteopathic treatment for concerns including:

• Acute and chronic low back pain
• Neck and shoulder pain
• Headaches and migraines
• Jaw and TMJ-related tension
• Hip and pelvic discomfort
• Abdominal and digestive-area tension
• Postural strain
• Stress-related tension
• Muscle and fascial restrictions
• General mobility limitations

Treatment recommendations depend on the individual assessment and the service booked.

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Joshua’s Approach to Care

Joshua takes a whole-person approach to treatment, considering how posture, movement, muscle tension, joint mobility, lifestyle, stress, and previous injuries may be contributing to a patient’s symptoms.

His goal is to help patients:

• Reduce pain and tension
• Improve movement and mobility
• Better understand their symptoms
• Return to work, exercise, and daily activities
• Develop practical strategies for long-term health

Joshua also works collaboratively with chiropractors, massage therapists, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals when coordinated care may benefit the patient.

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What to Expect During Your Registered Acupuncture Appointment

Joshua may ask about your sleep patterns, digestion and appetite, energy levels, menstrual cycle (for women), emotional well-being, past and current medical history, and lifestyle and stress levels. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the body is viewed as an interconnected system — imbalances in one area often affect others. Understanding the full picture allows your Registered Acupuncturist to tailor a treatment plan that addresses root causes, not just surface symptoms.

Pulse, Tongue, and Constitutional Assessment Registered Acupuncturists commonly use three assessment techniques to guide treatment:

• Pulse Assessment: Gently feeling the pulse at both wrists for qualities like strength, rhythm, and depth, which correspond to different organ systems.
• Tongue Assessment: Examining the tongue’s shape, color, and coating, which in TCM reflects internal health, particularly digestion and organ function.
• Constitutional Assessment: Reviewing facial complexion and other visible signs, which may hold meaning for internal organ systems (Zang Fu) in TCM theory.

These assessment tools help guide the Acupuncturist’s point selection during treatment.

Are the Needles Painless? Acupuncture needles are extremely fine, and most people are surprised at how little they feel. Some points may create a dull ache, heaviness, tingling, or warmth. Needles are typically left in place for 20 to 30 minutes while you rest comfortably in a calming environment. You may be asked to change position during your session, in which case a new set of needles may be used.

Rest and Recovery Many patients enter a deeply relaxed state during this rest period, sometimes even falling asleep, and often leave feeling lighter, clearer, and calmer than when they arrived. A Registered Acupuncture session offers an entry point into a holistic, time-tested approach to health — with a focus on the root cause, not just symptom relief.

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Clinic Location and Hours

London Chiropractic & Massage Clinic — Hamilton Road 343 Hamilton Road, London, Ontario

Current Hours:

• Tuesdays: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Joshua is accepting new patients for both Registered Acupuncture and Manual Osteopathic Treatment.

When booking online, please select the appropriate service category so your appointment and receipt reflect the treatment provided.

 

Outside the Clinic

Outside of clinical practice, Joshua maintains an active, wellness-focused lifestyle that includes cycling, strength training, calisthenics, gardening, nutrition, and spending time outdoors with his family — a commitment to movement and health reflected in the individualized care he provides his patients.