“I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis over 20 years ago as I was reluctant to go onto anti inflammatory medication thought I would try acupuncture. Over the years have had a few practitioners, since moving to Hove I am being treated by Edward Shearer. I still have arthritis but manage the condition without conventional treatment so preventing the stomach problems that they would most likely have caused. Acupuncture certainly works for me and I am happy to endorse both Edward and this form of treatment.”

“My knee has been absolutely fine and I have wanted to say a huge thank you because I don’t think I could have completed the marathon if I hadn’t had the treatment you gave me. I had a great marathon experience – no pain during or after – and I loved (just about) every minute of it. I had a slight emotional glitch at about 24 miles which I have since termed ‘nearly there’ syndrome… All credit to your skill and knowledge though – I appreciated the fact that it didn’t hurt (the acupuncture) and I enjoyed discussing barefoot running with you and the advice you gave me about the barefoot squatting. I would certainly recommend the treatment to anyone facing similar issues or any other sports related injuries.”

“Ed was recommended as someone who could help to relieve my knee pain through acupuncture as I was only weeks away from competing in my first Marathon and suffering badly. Whilst I was sceptical at first the treatments definitely helped ease the pain and the proof is in the fact that I completed the course, despite having previously been advised by a physio that I shouldn’t be running at all.”

“I came to see Ed after 3 years of back trouble. I had been seeing an Osteopath for 3 years and this had no effect. In the end I went back to my GP and I was referred to a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and he found that I had four bulging disks. As a runner, I was told that my career was over. I found out about Ed and that he treats sports injuries. I was at first sceptical, however, after 2 sessions, I was able to run again and I have been more or less pain free for nearly a year. I can’t explain how acupuncture works, but I have to say, it has worked for me in a very powerful way. I would highly recommend Ed, he is very professional and passionate and believes in what he practises.”

“Ed has been such a great help with my ongoing sporting injuries! I am very glad I gave acupuncture another try as I had previously seen a local acupuncturist with little success. I have a history over the last 3 years of weak knees and as a very active person I have inevitably experienced injuries. Having received a diagnosis from my doctor of patella tendonitis I was offered anti-inflammatories and that was the extent of the treatment available to me. Luckily I came across Ed and I can highly recommend his services. He was professional, very passionate about acupuncture and dedicated to helping my ailments. Unlike other medics and health professionals I have visited for treatment previously, Ed was not focused on getting me tied into a long commitment of treatments but actually solving the problem.”

“I had caught my index finger on some rotating machinery resulting in a serious sprain on two of my knuckles. For four months, two of the knuckle joints were very weak, capable of little movement without pain. Within one treatment, I had regained full mobility with no associated pain in one of the joints. A second treatment to the other knuckle improved the amount of movement without pain and had a direct impact on accelerating the natural healing process. I did not expect such a dramatic improvement, and I have been highly impressed with Edward’s skills especially on such a delicate joint area.”

“Even the period which fell between a bunch of exams miraculously was completely fine, and I mean completely, not even a twinge of pain, thanks to Ed. One memorable time, I was driving home and the pains started. There was no way I would lie down so Ed kindly did acupuncture with me sitting up. It took no more than 5 minutes, like magic I went from a complete state, to being absolutely relaxed, in no pain… at all.”

“Ed Shearer was a God send to me. I found him to be professional, knowledgeable and very interested and intuitive in Acupuncture. Since seeing Ed for several weeks of treatment, in conjunction with Physiotherapy, I have had no need for more visits to any professional at all. I noticed an improvement from my first treatment. He tuned right in to what my body needed. I would recommend Ed first time, every time. He’s brilliant!”

“I have experienced Trigeminal Neuralgia for almost five years and run the gamut of conventional and unconventional medicine without satisfactory relief. Since Edward Shearer has taken very good care of me I have gradually been able to reduce treatment. Having been unable to eat, speak, clean teeth, or blow my nose without pain, I now have virtually none. I have always been impressed by his scholarly and inquiring approach — something new every visit and a real result!”

“Edward is the only therapist to have given me treatments that leave me feeling invigorated and supported in the days that follow, rather than knocked sideways. Usually after treatment I have a little rest, and then feel supercharged, like I have been given a very noticeable boost. Ed has also very effectively helped to bring on menstruation when I am late and suffering. I would describe Edward’s approach as very conscientious and meticulous. I thoroughly recommend him.”

“I was recommended by a friend to try acupuncture with Ed. This was my first time ever doing this, so I decided to give it a try since nothing else was working. After the first session the burning sensation was gone. I continued seeing Ed on a weekly basis for a total of approx. 6 weeks. By the 4th week my hands had improved dramatically and finally returned to normal. I no longer had to wear gloves. I would highly recommend Ed, he is very professional, committed and passionate about his work.”