AcuQuit is a Laser Quit Smoking treatment performed by qualified health practitioners.
We have developed a multi-therapy approach to smoking cessation. We aim to reduce physical withdrawal symptoms to allow you to stop smoking.
AcuQuit’s stop smoking treatment utilises Laser Acupuncture therapy. This is a non-invasive approach that does not use Acupuncture needles.
A qualified healthcare professional uses laser therapy on specific Acupuncture points during treatment.
Our treatment goal is to reduce physical withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking. This includes cravings, irritability, and anxiety, while improving health and promoting well-being. This will result in successful cessation of smoking. The total duration of treatment is around 45-60 minutes.
Many methods and therapies are available for the treatment of Acupuncture points. We use cold Laser therapy as the preferred method in our practice. It is suitable for individuals who feel uncomfortable with needles. Cold Laser therapy does not damage cell tissue. This is because the levels of light aren’t enough to heat your body’s tissue. There is also no penetration or piercing of the skin during our treatment process.
Our laser acupuncture therapy can help individuals in quitting their addiction to cigarettes. This includes laser to quit vaping e-cigarettes.
The presence of nicotine in vapes is what makes it difficult to break away completely. Moreover, vaping can expose users to higher levels of nicotine than traditional smoking. This is because vaping cartridges often contain concentrated or extra-strength nicotine. By adjusting the voltage of e-cigarettes, users receive a stronger dose of nicotine. Laser acupuncture can help with nicotine addiction in both cigarette and e-cigarette smokers.
Several research studies and reviews have explored the impact of Acupuncture on addiction. These studies have examined Acupuncture’s capacity to diminish and eliminate addiction.
Laser Acupuncture had an 84% success rate in recent research (Lim 2018). Many participants reporting that they no longer had the urge to smoke. [1]
Laser acupoint stimulation does indeed modify the physical symptoms of withdrawal. This makes it possible for motivated persons to succeed in overcoming habitual smoking of tobacco. This was the conclusion of a double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized study. [2]
The most recent Cochrane Systematic Review (White 2014) looked at treatment outcomes. It stated that the 2008 Kerr study on laser stimulation is strongly positive at both short and long-term outcomes.[3]
Laser Acupuncture had a 71% success rate on heavy smoking patients in early research. [4]
This research shows that Laser Acupuncture treatments and protocols can produce positive results. Conflicting findings from some studies have led to a mixed conclusion on effectiveness
The AcuQuit treatment is unique with regards to it’s treatment methods. Themis means that outcomes may differ from existing research. Please consider this when making an informed decision as success is not guaranteed.
Learn more about the mechanism behind How Laser Acupuncture to Quit Smoking works.
The cost of the AcuQuit® treatment is $495.
This can be partly or fully refunded through private health extras cover. This will depend on the level of coverage and fund. Payment must be made on the same day as the treatment and can be made via cash, EFTPOS, or credit card.
We use high-quality laser equipment and the treatment. Treatment is administered by qualified health practitioners who are registered with the government.
Our qualified practitioners can offer private health fund rebates with over 42 funds. This includes Medibank Private, BUPA, HCF, and NIB.
You may be entitled to a partial or full rebate for the cost of your treatment. Check with your fund to see if you have Acupuncture listed in your extras cover.
Find out more about Which health funds cover Laser Acupuncture to Quit Smoking?
We are the foremost provider of Laser Acupuncture to quit smoking in Australia. AcuQuit has been helping people quit smoking for nearly 14 years. It’s worth noting that not all laser treatments are created equal.
We have clinics in most capital cities including Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.
You may book your treatment by calling us on 1800 228 784. You may also make an appointment by using our online booking system.
Click this link to Book a Laser to Quit Smoking appointment online.
If you would like to know more about our treatment you can request a callback. Click the following link and choose a time convenient to you and one of our staff will call you back. Request a Callback by clicking here.
We can send you a hard copy brochure with information about our quit smoking laser treatment. This is a free brochure posted to your home address. Please click the following link. Request a Free Quit Smoking Brochure by clicking here.
References
[1] Painless Laser Acupuncture for Smoking Cessation. Rodney Choon Huat Lim. Med Acupunct. 2018 Jun 1; 30(3): 159–162. Link
[2] Low level laser for the stimulation of acupoints for smoking cessation: a double blind, placebo controlled randomised trial and semi structured interviews. Catherine M. Kerr, Paul B. Lowe & Neil I. Spielholz. Link
[3] White AR, Rampes H, Liu JP, Stead LF, Campbell J. Acupuncture and related interventions for smoking cessation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014(1):Cd000009. Link
[4] Laser-acupuncture reduces cigarette smoking: a preliminary report. Zalesskiy VN, Belousova IA, Frolov GV. Acupunct Electrother Res. 1983;8(3-4):297-302. Link