Acupuncture in London for Hypertension Related Headaches: A Pulse-Based Perspective

For many Londoners, headaches caused by high blood pressure are more than an occasional inconvenience — they disrupt work, focus, and daily life. Painkillers may mask the discomfort, but they rarely address the underlying vascular and energetic imbalances that trigger recurring headaches. Through acupuncture and advanced pulse diagnosis, George provides a natural approach that identifies and treats the root cause.

Understanding Hypertension-Related Headaches

Headaches linked to high blood pressure are often the body’s warning sign that circulation, stress regulation, or organ systems are out of balance. In Chinese medicine, these headaches may result from:

  • Liver Yang rising, causing tension, pressure, or throbbing pain

  • Blood stagnation restricting smooth circulation to the head

  • Kidney deficiency reducing long-term vascular and adrenal support

  • Qi deficiency limiting energy flow and stress resilience

  • Emotional stress and nervous system overactivation triggering flare-ups

These imbalances often persist even when blood pressure readings fluctuate or appear “normal” temporarily.

How Pulse Diagnosis Reveals the Root Cause

George’s pulse diagnosis detects subtle patterns in circulation, energy, and organ function that conventional tests may overlook. By feeling over 25 pulse qualities at the wrist, he can identify:

  • Tension in the Liver system contributing to vascular pressure

  • Blood stagnation that fuels headache intensity

  • Kidney or adrenal weakness affecting long-term cardiovascular regulation

  • Stress-related nervous system activity that triggers recurring headaches

This allows a fully personalised treatment plan, targeting the true source of headaches rather than just managing symptoms.

Acupuncture for Hypertension-Related Headaches

Once pulse diagnosis identifies the imbalances, acupuncture can help by:

  • Improving blood flow and circulation to the head and neck

  • Calming the nervous system to reduce stress-related spikes in blood pressure

  • Supporting Kidney and Liver systems to stabilise long-term vascular health

  • Relieving tension in muscles and connective tissue around the head and neck

  • Promoting overall energy balance to reduce headache frequency

Patients often experience measurable relief within a few sessions, reporting reduced intensity, frequency, and better overall wellbeing.


A 50-year-old London office worker suffered daily headaches associated with elevated blood pressure. Painkillers offered temporary relief, and routine check-ups showed only mild hypertension. Pulse diagnosis revealed Liver Yang rising with underlying Kidney deficiency, creating pressure and vascular tension. A tailored acupuncture plan focused on calming the Liver, supporting Kidney function, and improving circulation. Within six weeks, headaches reduced significantly, energy improved, and the patient felt more in control of their blood pressure and overall health.


Hypertension-related headaches often reflect deeper imbalances in circulation, stress regulation, and organ systems. Pulse diagnosis combined with acupuncture offers a natural, holistic approach to relieve pain, improve vascular function, and support long-term wellbeing.


If high blood pressure is triggering headaches and affecting your daily life, book a consultation with George at georgemonkhouse.com. Discover how pulse diagnosis and acupuncture can restore balance and reduce headache frequency naturally.


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