NADA is a type of acupuncture, using small, very fine needles placed in specific points on the ear. It is designed to help regulate the nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress.

It is widely used in supportive care settings, including cancer support to reduce hormone-induced hot flushes for people who have/had prostate cancer.  

Our NADA therapy is offered to people who have/had prostate cancer and are experiencing treatment-related hot flushes. The eligibility criteria for this treatment that you have prostate cancer or are 6-12 months after the end of your cancer treatment. 

This is a small group course which runs weekly for 8 weeks.  You’ll attend for 1.5-2 hours each week. The actual treatment typically lasts 30-45 minutes. The needles remain in place while you relax quietly, and are removed at the end of the session, before you move on to refreshments with the rest of the group. 

You’ll be seated in a calm, quiet space while the therapist places tiny, sterile needles in specific points on your ear. These stay in place for around 30-45 minutes while you relax. Many people find this deeply calming as well as reducing the impact of the hot flushes. 

NADA is generally safe and has very few side effects, when conducted by a professional practitioner. The needles are single use, sterile and disposable, so won’t have been used before or again after your treatment.

You can stop the session at any time if you feel uncomfortable or concerned.

Our NADA practitioners are fully trained and insured, with experience in working with people affected by cancer.  

They are fully insured and volunteer their time to support our charity.  Donations are used to cover essential items such as equipment, venue hire and continuing professional development of our volunteers.

*Please note, this is based on anecdotal feedback, and is not a promise that the therapy will give these benefits every time.