Practitioner Profile

John has over 25 years of experience in bodywork and self exploration. He is a qualified Acupuncturist (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and Shiatsu Practitioner. He has an Master of Science degree in Traditional Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine which was awarded following John’s research based clinical study investigating the potential of traditional acupuncture in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Prior to this, John trained in the family system of Chinese physical culture for 10 years, which included the study of Tai Chi Chuan,Tao Yin, Kai Men yoga and Feng Shou self defence. John’s current research interests include cosmetic acupuncture, which he is certified to practise having been trained by leading expert, Virginia Doran.

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

MSc – Masters of Science, Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
Dip Ac – Diploma in Acupuncture
Dip AcM – Diploma in Acupressure Massage
MBAcC – Member of the British Acupuncture Council
MRSS – Member of the Register for the Shiatsu Society

Testimonials

Fertility Treatments

"Just wanted to let you know that I have found out that I am pregnant this week - we are absolutely thrilled after trying for over 2 years. I am convinced that your help with acupuncture over the last 3 months played a huge part in regulating my system and preparing my body for conception – all the best and a huge thanks."
Suanne Branston, Jesmond

"I was having difficulty getting pregnant due to an infrequent and irregular menstrual cycle, which was attributed to viral thyroiditis (an over active then under active thyroid gland). I successfully used acupuncture with John Corrigan both times I have conceived to help restart and regulate my menstrual cycle which enabled the process of conception. In addition, it, very importantly, helped me to relax. I would fully endorse the use of acupuncture to help in the process of getting pregnant – I now have two beautiful children to show how it worked for me."
Fiona Cullen, Tyne and Wear

"After two years of trying and one failed attempt of IVF treatment I didn’t know what to do. But after speaking to John on the telephone my partner and I decided to use acupuncture in conjunction with the next IVF protocol at the Centre for Life to assist conception. Acupuncture was used on a weekly basis throughout the IVF treatment and the day before egg transplantation.  I now have beautiful baby to show - thanks for all of your help."
JD, Newcastle-upon Tyne

"While awaiting a consultation appointment to be arranged at the Centre for Life, my partner and I decided to try acupuncture to help with conception. All my previous hormone tests and my partners sperm count showed as normal, yet after 18 months of attempting to get pregnant we had nothing to show but frustration. Subsequent to receiving 6 acupuncture treatments over two menstrual cycles I fell pregnant during the second cycle. The pregnancy went great apart from some morning sickness that John also gave acupuncture treatment to help. We now have a lovely baby boy. Thanks for all your support and help.
CB, Tyne and Wear

Back pain

"Within five treatments, the backpain that I'd suffered for two years had completely gone"
Elizabeth Smith, Northumberland

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

"I have suffered from IBS for almost 20 years using prescribed medicines and alternate treatments without improvement. Since having acupuncture the frequency and severity of attacks have been greatly reduced - it has given me a new lease of life."
Phyl Whenray, Tyne and Wear