Acupuncture Gold Coast Location
The Gold Coast Acupuncture Clinic is located in the Albert Centre at 5/18 Ferry Street, Nerang. The suburb of Nerang is centrally located between the suburbs of Highland Park, Gilston, Ashmore and Carrara.
This is also a great location for our customers in the surrounding suburbs of Nerang including Gilston, Highland Park, Robina, Varsity Lakes, Mount Nathan, Carrara, Ashmore, Gaven, Molendinar, Worongary, Helensvale, Coomera, Hope Island, Oxenford, Upper Coomera, Pimpama, Ormeau, Maudsland, Willowvale and Tamborine Mountain.
About Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine in which thin needles are inserted into the body. It is a key component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
The History of Acupuncture
Acupuncture has a rich and fascinating history that stretches back nearly 5,000 years. Rooted in the ancient traditions of Chinese Medicine, it is one of the oldest continuously practiced healing systems in the world. The earliest known Chinese medical text, the Huangdi Neijing (The Yellow Emperor’s Inner Classic), dates back to around 305 B.C. and outlines the fundamental theories of acupuncture, including the concept of Qi (vital energy) and the network of meridians through which it flows.
Over the centuries, acupuncture was continually refined and developed by generations of Chinese physicians, becoming an integral part of healthcare throughout East Asia. It evolved through empirical practice, medical scholarship, and the blending of regional traditions, forming the sophisticated system we know today.
Acupuncture was first introduced to the Western world in the 1970s, gaining widespread attention after reports of its effectiveness in pain relief and holistic healing. Since then, it has been embraced globally as both a complementary and integrative therapy, supported by growing scientific research and recognition within modern healthcare systems.
Acupuncture in Australia
In Australia, we are fortunate to have some of the most highly educated acupuncturists in the world. At Gold Coast Acupuncture, all our practitioners are fully qualified, having completed over four years of bachelor-level education in acupuncture and Chinese medicine.
Each of our practitioners is registered with the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA) and is fully insured, ensuring the highest standards of professionalism, safety, and care.
Our practitioners are registered with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia (CMBA), which ensures that Chinese medicine practitioners across the country are properly trained, qualified, and safe to practice.
The CMBA is one of 15 national boards supported by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Together, AHPRA and the national boards — including the CMBA — regulate registered health practitioners in Australia and uphold the highest standards of public safety and professional care.
How does Acupuncture relieve pain?
Acupuncture has been found to ease inflammatory pain by addressing both its physical intensity and the emotional strain that often accompanies it. This type of pain can stem from many common conditions, such as headaches, migraines, neck and back pain, muscle tightness, arthritis, and sports injuries.
During an acupuncture session, very fine needles are carefully placed at precise points on the body. This gentle stimulation activates the body’s natural healing processes and triggers the release of pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory substances, including endorphins and serotonin. These naturally occurring chemicals help to calm the nervous system, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation — all of which can lessen discomfort and promote balance within the body.
Studies have shown that acupuncture may alleviate both the sensory and emotional aspects of inflammatory pain [1], promote the release of β-endorphins in inflamed tissues [2], modulate communication between the immune and nervous systems [3], and influence brain regions involved in pain perception [4].
By supporting the body’s own healing mechanisms rather than opposing them, acupuncture offers a gentle, holistic way to reduce inflammation, ease pain, and improve overall wellbeing — making it a valuable option for managing both acute and chronic conditions.
What is Chinese Medicine?
Chinese Medicine includes a full diagnosis of the health of your body. The initial consultation includes questioning on many things including your medical history, current medications and present day complaints. A treatment plan is designed which may include Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Chinese Herbs, massage and/or manual therapies.
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Therapies Used
Acupuncture Needling
Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine in which thin needles are inserted into the body. It is a key component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The needles are manipulated manually or the needle may be further stimulated by electrical stimulation (electroacupuncture). Dry needling is another name for what we would refer to as Myofascial Acupuncture, Tendinomuscular Acupuncture and/or Sports Acupuncture.
Heat Therapy
Heat therapy is known to enhance circulation, making it beneficial for a wide variety of issues. Combining acupuncture with a heat lamp is a method used to improve blood flow in the targeted areas which may complement traditional acupuncture. The heat lamp utilised in our practice is an electromagnetic lamp heated with infrared light designed to improve microcirculation. It serves as a clinical alternative to moxibustion and is commonly referred to as an acupuncture heat lamp due to its frequent use during acupuncture treatments. Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy which consists of burning dried mugwort on particular points on the body. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the heat is believed to boost the patient’s energy and alleviate symptoms of coldness and stagnation that may be causing discomfort.
Glass Suction Cupping
Through suction, the skin is drawn into the cup by creating a vacuum in the cup placed on the skin over the targeted area. The vacuum is created by the heating and subsequent cooling of the air in the cup. The cup is usually left in place for somewhere between five and fifteen minutes. It is believed by some to help with pain, deep scar tissues in the muscles and connective tissue, muscle knots, and swelling; however, the efficacy of this is unproven.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese Herbal Medicine is provided as an option with all Acupuncture treatments at our clinic. This involves the prescription of a herbal formula (herbs) as part of treatment for specific conditions. [Click here for more information about Chinese Herbal Medicine and Chinese Herbs].
Auricular Therapy, Chinese Dietary Therapy, Exercise Therapy and Manual Therapies.
Auricular Therapy is where the use of press pellets, magnets or intra-dermal needles are placed on specific ear acupuncture points. These can be worn after your treatment for a specific amount of time. Chinese Dietary therapy is where a particular food can be used to maintain health and contribute towards the treatment of a patient. Exercise therapy includes internal exercises (Meditation, Qi Gong) and external exercises (Qi Gong, Tai Chi) which may complement your treatment. Manual therapies include TCM remedial massage (Tuina, Shiatsu, Acupressure) and Glass Cupping.
Chinese Medicine for Fertility and IVF Support
Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine and Chinese herbs can be used to help support women’s health. Our fully qualified Acupuncturists are familiar with all aspects of womens health. For more detailed information click here.
Acupuncture for Pregnancy support and Natural Labour Preparation
Acupuncture can be used to help support women during pregnancy and for natural labour preparation. For more information visit this link.
Our Practitioners
Dr. Peter Gospos
Senior Practitioner and Clinic Founder, Registered Acupuncturist – BHSc (Acu)
Peter Gospos has been practicing Acupuncture for 20 years. He is passionate about achieving optimal health for all of his clients.
Peter offers an innovative approach to treatment with Neoclassical Acupuncture. This palpatory style of Acupuncture provides immediate feedback with each needle placed. The goal is to create a “domino effect” of clearing the root cause and subsequently the symptoms from your body.
Peter prefers to use Ultra-Smooth Japanese style needles to ensure complete patient comfort. All needles are sterile single-use Acupuncture needles. Peter prefers to use a minimal amount of needles during your treatment to achieve maximum effect.
Peter has a special interest in both acute and chronic musculo-skeletal pain. This includes low back pain, shoulder pain and knee pain. He also provides support for a wide range of general conditions such as headaches, migraines and digestive problems. He also supports clients to achieve mental well-being through the reduction of stress and anxiety.
Peter also offers support for women’s health (menstrual and menopausal issues, pregnancy health, induction of labour, fertility and IVF).
Peter has been registered with the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA) since 2004. He is also government registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Private Health Fund Rebates
We are able to provide you with a health fund rebate using our HICAPS system. Some of the health funds that are claimable through our HICAPS machine for Acupuncture are as follows.
Does Acupuncture Hurt?
Acupuncture is virtually painless.
Our practitioners use a gentle insertion technique where the needles can hardly be felt during insertion.
Let’s also put the size of the needles used in an Acupuncture treatment into perspective. You could fit approximately 8 Acupuncture Needles inside a typical Doctor’s Medical syringe. Acupuncture needles are rounded towards the tip where as a medical syringe is sharp.
At Gold Coast Acupuncture we use ultra fine Japanese needles which are even smaller than traditional Chinese Acupuncture needles.
Book your appointment
Acupuncture is available at our Nerang Clinic. If it is your first visit please make sure you arrive 5 minutes early to fill out paperwork. All our therapists are qualified and trained professionals.
Call our Clinic
You may call us at our Nerang clinic directly.
Phone: 5573 6601
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References
1. Zhang, Lao L, Ren K, Berman BM. Mechanisms of acupuncture-electroacupuncture on persistent pain. Anesthesiology. 2014
2. Jing-Tao Shi 1 2, Wan-Ying Cao 1, Xiao-Ning Zhang 1, Hong-Ye Wan 1, Yang-Shuai Su 1, Zheng-Yang Qu 1, Rui Wang 3, Wei He 1, Xiang-Hong Jing 1, Xiao-Yu Wang 1. Local analgesia of electroacupuncture is mediated by the recruitment of neutrophils and released β-endorphins. Pain . 2023
3. Li N, Guo Y, Gong Y, Zhang Y , Fan W , Yao K , Chen Z, Dou B, Lin X , Chen B, Chen Z, Xu Z , Lyu Z. The Anti-Inflammatory Actions and Mechanisms of Acupuncture from Acupoint to Target Organs via Neuro-Immune Regulation. Journal of Inflammation Research. 2021.
4. Jane E. Loitman, MD. Pain Management: Beyond Pharmacology to Acupuncture and Hypnosis. Journal of the American Medical Association. 2000.
5. Biotext. Alternative therapies and Department of Veterans’ Affairs Gold and White Card arrangements. In: Australian Government Department of Veterans’ Affairs, editor: Australian Government Department of Veterans’ Affairs; 2010.