Acupuncture Practitioner • Educator • Practising Since 2009

Acupuncture & Traditional
Chinese Medicine

Led by Minan Yao (MSc, BSc), founder of Yao Acupuncture and Course Director/Lecturer at Manchester Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine (MATCM). He trains future acupuncture and Chinese medicine practitioners in the UK while offering careful, personalised care in Manchester, Stockport and Sale.

Acupuncture Educator

15+ Years Practice

ATCM Member

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Stockport • Manchester • Cheadle

Services

Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Services

Chinese Herbal Medicine Consultation

Individualised herbal consultations based on Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, with attention to your health history, current medicines and suitability. Herbal products can interact with medicines, so GP or pharmacist input may be advised where appropriate.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture appointments use very fine, sterile, single-use needles after a consultation and suitability screening. Minan explains the point selection, what you may feel and when another care pathway is more appropriate.

Cupping Therapy

Cupping uses controlled suction on the skin and soft tissues. It is discussed first so you understand the marks it may leave, the sensations involved and whether it is suitable for you.

Therapeutic Massage

Hands-on soft tissue work for comfort, relaxation, movement and general wellbeing. Pressure, areas treated and treatment goals are agreed before the session begins.

New Location Available

Practice at Acuhealth Sale

Tue & Fri: 10am - 4:30pm

52 Washway Road, Acuhealth Acupuncture Centre (Sale)

* Appointments outside Tue & Fri: Please contact Acuhealth at info@acuhealth.org.uk or 0161 465 1150, or Yao Acupuncture mobile 07879 709204.

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Tao

Since 2009 Acupuncture Practice

Yao Acupuncture

/taʊ-hiːl/ • noun

1. A modern acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine practice in Manchester.
2. The clinical and teaching work of Minan Yao, MSc, BSc.

The strongest professional signal is simple: in the UK, I do not only practise acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine; I also help teach future practitioners at Manchester Academy of TCM.

My earlier overseas clinical roles with International SOS also shaped how I work: careful history-taking, attention to medicines, red-flag awareness and clear referral boundaries.

At Yao Acupuncture, acupuncture and Chinese medicine are delivered with a calm, structured and safety-led approach. I am a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, not a GMC-registered conventional medical doctor in the UK.

Minan YAO

Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Educator & Founder

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15+

Years of Clinical Experience

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ATCM Member

Professional Association

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MATCM Educator

Course Director/Lecturer

Patient Experience

Professional Care, Clearly Explained

Yao Acupuncture focuses on careful assessment, clear communication and a calm treatment environment. Treatment suitability is assessed individually.

Every first visit includes time for health history, current medicines, treatment goals and safety screening before any treatment plan is suggested.

Careful Consultation

History • Medicines • Red Flags

Minan's teaching role keeps the clinical reasoning structured: explain the acupuncture and Chinese medicine assessment, discuss realistic options and keep the patient involved.

Teaching-Led Clarity

Assessment • Explanation • Plan

If symptoms suggest that GP, urgent care or another regulated health service is more appropriate, that boundary is made clear.

Safety Boundaries

Chinese Medicine • GP Referral • Urgent Care

Consultation FAQ

Common questions about Yao Acupuncture's acupuncture and Chinese medicine approach.

Is acupuncture painful? What does it feel like?

Acupuncture needles are very fine. Most clients describe a slight tingling, gentle heaviness or a relaxing sensation during treatment.

What can we discuss during a consultation?

You can discuss your health history, comfort and movement, sleep routine, stress-related wellbeing, digestion, menstrual wellbeing and general vitality. Yao Acupuncture does not use this website to promise that acupuncture or Chinese medicine will treat named medical conditions. Minan assesses suitability individually and will advise GP, urgent care or another regulated service where symptoms need medical supervision.

What qualifications does Minan Yao have?

Minan Yao is a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner with 15+ years of clinical experience.

Credentials: BSc & MSc in Traditional Chinese Medicine, practising since 2009, Course Director/Lecturer at Manchester Academy of TCM, ATCM member and former overseas clinical role with International SOS. Minan is not GMC registered and does not practise as a conventional medical doctor in the UK.
Safety: We use sterile, single-use needles and discuss suitability before treatment.

Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Notes