📍 Georgetown, Newcastle
Acupuncture & TCM Consultations for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in
in Newcastle
Whether you’re living with wrist and hand numbness, tingling that disturbs your sleep, or symptoms linked to repetitive work, Adrian offers calm, personalised consultations that work alongside your GP, hand therapist or surgeon — never in place of them.
A Considered Approach
Wrist & Hand Care Within Your Wider Health Team
Carpal tunnel syndrome involves compression of the median nerve as it passes through the wrist, and it is rarely straightforward. Many people look for supportive care that sits alongside their medical treatment while they work through investigations, splinting, hand therapy or a surgical opinion.
Traditional Chinese Medicine takes a whole-person view, considering the wrist and forearm as well as the shoulder, neck, posture, work tasks, sleep and daily routines. Adrian uses acupuncture and, where appropriate, herbal medicine, soft tissue therapy and lifestyle guidance, tailored to your presentation and reviewed as your circumstances change.
Importantly, this care is complementary, not an alternative. Persistent numbness, weakness or loss of hand function should always be assessed by your GP or specialist. We’re glad to work as one part of your broader healthcare team, and we won’t make promises about outcomes.
Who We See
Wrist & Hand Presentations We Are Often Consulted About
People come to our Newcastle Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine clinic at many different stages of their journey. If you’re unsure whether supportive care is appropriate for you, please get in touch and we’ll talk it through honestly.
Numbness & Tingling in the Hand
Pins and needles described in the thumb, index and middle fingers, often reported as worse overnight or on waking.
Night-Time Wrist Discomfort
Discomfort that disturbs sleep and prompts people to shake or reposition the hand, generally following medical assessment.
Grip & Dexterity Concerns
Difficulty with fine tasks or reports of dropping objects, where a diagnosis and management plan is already in place.
Repetitive Work & Screen Use
Wrist and forearm strain reported by people in trades, keyboard-based roles, hairdressing, hospitality and manual work.
Pregnancy-Related Wrist Symptoms
Wrist and hand symptoms reported during or after pregnancy, always coordinated with your GP, midwife or obstetric team.
Post-Surgical & Post-Injury Support
Supportive care for people recovering after carpal tunnel release or wrist injury, following the advice of their surgeon or hand therapist
Looking at the Bigger Picture
Factors That Can Influence Wrist & Hand Symptoms
Carpal tunnel syndrome is complex and highly individual. Medical assessment is the starting point for identifying the underlying cause and severity. Alongside that, general health, workload and lifestyle factors are worth attention — and they’re where supportive care may be most useful.
Repetitive hand use, keyboard work and vibrating tools
Wrist, forearm, shoulder and neck tension or past injury
Sleep position, night splinting and general fatigue
Diagnosed medical conditions identified by your doctor
Our Philosophy
TCM views the body as an interconnected system. Where wrist and hand symptoms are concerned, forearm and shoulder tension, posture, workload, sleep quality and daily habits all form part of the picture. We focus on realistic, sustainable changes and on being a steady, supportive presence through a process that is often gradual and uncertain.
How We Work
Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches We Use
Adrians approach draws on several complementary modalities, combined into a plan that fits your presentation and takes into account your current medical care and your goals.
Acupuncture
Fine, single-use needles used as part of a considered treatment plan. Acupuncture and may be used alongside medical care for wrist and hand presentations, and each plan is discussed with you before treatment begins.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Where clinically appropriate, individualised herbal formulas may be prescribed. Formulas are reviewed regularly if there is a potential interaction with prescribed medication. Herbs are not prescribed without discussion with your doctor.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Gentle hands-on techniques applied to the forearm, wrist, shoulder and neck, used where suitable and always within your comfort level and the guidance of your treating practitioners.
Dietary & Lifestyle Guidance
Practical, evidence-informed guidance on workstation set-up, rest breaks, sleep positioning and daily routines — designed to complement, not replace, advice from your GP, hand therapist or surgeon.
What to Expect
Your Carpal Tunnel Consultation Journey
Thorough Assessment
A comprehensive initial consultation covering your health history, symptom pattern, any nerve conduction studies, diagnoses or specialist advice to date, work tasks, sleep and daily routines — building a clear picture before treatment begins.
Personalised Treatment
Your first session combines acupuncture with any complementary therapies suited to your presentation, using pulse diagnosis to guide clinical decisions. Expectations are discussed openly and realistically.
Ongoing Care & Review
A tailored plan with regular review points, adjusted as your symptoms and circumstances change. We’re happy to communicate with your GP, hand therapist or surgeon with your consent.
Newcastle's Dedicated Clinic
Why Choose On Point Natural Medicine in Newcastle for Carpal Tunnel Support?
Careful, Considered Assessment
Adrian takes time to understand your full history — symptom patterns, investigations, work tasks, posture and sleep — not just a single complaint.
Honest About the Evidence
No promises, no guarantees. You’ll get a clear explanation of what the research supports and what it doesn’t, so you can make an informed choice.
Coordinated With Your Medical Team
We work alongside your GP, hand therapist or surgeon and are happy to communicate with them with your consent.
A Calm, Respectful Space
Ongoing hand and wrist symptoms can be wearing and disruptive. Consultations are unhurried, confidential and free of pressure.
Your Practitioner
Meet Adrian Taricani
With years of clinical experience and a passion for helping people in Newcastle and the Hunter, Adrian blends a focus on Traditional Chinese Medicine with caring, personalised support, focused on listening carefully, working alongside your existing healthcare team, and helping you make sustainable progress.
He is a registered practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a member of the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA).
Investment in Your Health
Session Pricing — Newcastle
Transparent pricing for your health support. Health fund rebates may be available depending on your individual fund and level of extras cover. Please check with your provider.
Recommended for New Clients
Initial Consultation
Full health, symptom & treatment history / Pulse and general assessment / First acupuncture treatmen / Personalised, realistic plan
For Returning Clients
Standard Consultation
$100/ 45 minutes
Progress review & pulse check / Targeted acupuncture treatment / Soft tissue therapy where suitable / Workstation, sleep and self-care guidance
Common Questions
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome FAQ — Newcastle Clinic
Can acupuncture help with carpal tunnel syndrome?
Research in this area is still developing and the findings are mixed. Some studies have examined acupuncture for carpal tunnel syndrome, though results vary considerably between individuals and the evidence is not conclusive. We cannot promise or guarantee any particular outcome. The practitioner will discuss what the current evidence does and does not support, and what is realistic for your situation, at your initial consultation.
Should I still see my GP or hand specialist?
Yes. Traditional Chinese Medicine is not a substitute for medical care. Persistent numbness, weakness or muscle wasting in the hand should always be assessed by a GP or specialist so underlying causes can be identified and managed. Our care is intended to work alongside your medical team, not in place of it.
Can I have acupuncture while wearing a night splint or awaiting surgery?
Many people choose to have supportive care while continuing splinting, hand therapy or while awaiting a surgical opinion. Please let the practitioner know your diagnosis, investigations and any planned procedures so your care can be coordinated safely with the rest of your treating team.
Is treatment suitable after carpal tunnel release surgery?
Supportive care may be considered after surgery, but only once your surgeon or hand therapist is satisfied with your recovery and has cleared you for additional therapies. Treatment is always adapted to the stage of your recovery and to your surgeon’s instructions.
How many sessions might I need?
This varies considerably between individuals and depends on your circumstances, your medical plan and your goals. The practitioner will outline a realistic plan after your initial assessment and review it with you regularly, rather than committing you to a fixed course upfront.
Can I claim this on private health insurance?
Some private health funds offer rebates for acupuncture provided by an AHPRA-registered Chinese Medicine practitioner, though cover varies between funds and policies and many funds have reduced natural therapy cover in recent years. Please check directly with your insurer. Receipts with all required details are provided after each session.
Supportive Care Alongside Your Carpal Tunnel Treatment
If you’d like calm, considered support alongside your medical care, book an initial consultation at our Newcastle clinic. We’ll talk honestly about what’s realistic and put together a plan that suits your circumstances.