Richard Soper MAS, MAR, MCMA, MBAA

Welcome to the practice of world-renowned daith piercer and auricular acupuncturist, Richard Soper. With over 15 years of expertise, I specialise in daith piercing for migraines and a range of other disorders. Operating from two convenient clinics – Harley Street, London, and Burgess Hill, Mid-Sussex – I’ve built a global reputation for delivering consistent, outstanding results. The majority of my work comes through recommendation, if this is not the case for you, please have a good read of my website and reviews. 

Discover Comprehensive Relief through Daith Piercing

Scroll down this page and check out my YouTube Channel (don’t forget to subscribe) and of course the Google reviews, read the real life experiences of my customers.

Daith Medical Ltd is the only UK Company that is set up for treating, migraine, anxiety and PTSD related issues using the medical daith piercing.

Breakthrough – for the last 18 months I have been refining a unique pre-testing method. Together we will find the best piercing spot for you, and after agreement we will continue with the treatment.

Current data shows (Jan 2021) a 74% success rate at achieving between a 50% to 100% reduction in migraine and headache issues. This is from data recorded at 3 months after the piercing which I will ask you to do voluntarily, using the emails survey.

Book your consultation now. Choose your time, date and venue.

Taking away the luck factor and replacing this with facts, figures and testing eliminates the “missing the spot”. The consultation is 75 mins in Harley Street, London (just off Oxford Street) or 90 mins in Burgess Hill (5 mins off the A23 M23 10 miles north of Brighton with free parking)

First you will be tested to find out: 1) How much stimulation is available 2) To pinpoint the exact spot to pierce, for maximum stimulation.

You may need one or two piercings based on the test results. (Subject to risk assessment) There is no extra cost for 2 piercings. See what happens at the appointment. 

How does this migraine piercing work ?

This is powerful nerve stimulation via the auricular vagus branch from the nerve endings in the daith. It deals with many neurological disorders. See how It works. 

Can it help with other things such as anxiety ?

This is the medical daith piercing. It can help with anxiety, vertigo, depression, Irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, the symptoms of fibromyalgia, epilepsy, dysphagia and many other neurological disorders.

What types of Migraine does this deal with ?

This daith piercing is transforming the lives of many of the worst migraine sufferers. It is not unusual to find people whose lives have been blighted by chronic migraine for 20 or 30 plus years. The search for a migraine treatment to escape this horrid condition brings many people to our clinics in Sussex & London. The type of migraine does not seem to matter, it deals with most types to the same degree.

My services encompass a thorough consultation addressing various disorders, extending beyond migraines. This consultation often reveals unexpected connections, potentially alleviated through daith piercing. Following this, I perform an examination to identify and stimulate your most receptive points, optimizing vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) near the ear’s helix crux. This action promotes an increase parasympathetic activity and decrease excessive sympathetic activity in the region, resulting in a decrease in vascular events that surround migraine headaches and other neurological disorders.

Innovative Technique for Optimal Results

My method, a fusion of acupuncture techniques developed over years, sets the stage for remarkable outcomes. These successes are documented in my Google reviews. and Doctify reviews. This unparalleled approach offers insight into your potential results even before the daith piercing procedure.

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A Holistic Approach to Treatment

Should daith piercing be the chosen path, I personally administer the piercing, drawing from Traditional Chinese medicine and extensive experience. As a qualified and fully insured complementary medical practitioner, I prioritize medical outcomes. I am not a body piercer.

Guidance and Follow-Up for Lasting Relief

Post-piercing, I provide recommendations and guidance to propel your journey towards resolution. To track treatment efficacy, I request completion of email surveys at two weeks, three months, and six months after treatment. Your input contributes to one of the world’s largest data sources on daith piercing and its impact.

Transformative Results for Various Conditions

Daith piercing has exhibited remarkable effectiveness in addressing a multitude of conditions, including:
  • Migraines and Tension Headaches
  • Anxiety and Depression
  • Vertigo and Sinusitis
  • Bi-Polar Disorder
  • ADHD and spectrum disorders
  • Chronic Pain Syndrome and Fibromyalgia
  • OCD and PTSD
  • Neck and Shoulder Tension
  • Dysphagia

Book Your Appointment Online Today

Secure your appointment at either of my clinics online. Embark on a journey towards relief and wellness under my expert care. I look forward to helping you on your path to increased well-being.

Testimonial

What Our Clients Say - Google reviews

Kate LopezKate Lopez
20:10 13 Dec 23
After a nightmare journey down from Surrey, making me very late for my appointment, Richard was kind to stay late for me.He didn't cut the consultation short, took his time to explain everything and mercifully the piercing was over with quickly.I will be back for the other side next year.
Hayley BurtonHayley Burton
20:07 01 Nov 23
I had my ear pierced by Richard about a year ago and it really did change my life. I have only had a handful of migraines since and they haven't been nearly as severe as they used to be. He was fantastic and so knowledgeable. It felt amazing to talk to someone who just knew and understood everything I was going through. He knew more than any of the doctors or neurologists I had seen! I couldn't believe the instant effects I felt when he put the acupuncture needle in my ear- both to my head fog and dizziness and also my vision. I have been recommending daith piercing ever since my visit. Thank you so much Richard.
Casey BallCasey Ball
10:03 18 Jul 23
Had both Daiths pierced nine days ago. Richard was very informative, knowledgable and professional. Having suffered migraines and headaches for the past thirty years the immediate relief of the “head fog” was unreal. I haven’t woken with a headache since having the piercings. Had a previous cosmetic Daith piercing and I felt zero affect! Hopeful for the future going forward… Game changer!! Thank you!!!** Update**Two months after piercing and no head fog, no headache and no full blown migraine!!! Amazed and soo very grateful!
JoJo
13:36 01 May 23
I was really impressed with how thorough the consultation was with Richard, and I felt really listened to. I appreciated all the additional advice about posture and other factors contributing to my migraines. The daith piercings (both ears) have been easy to take care of using the aftercare kit, and although I'm only a few weeks into the healing, my migraines are almost non-existent. I regret not doing this years ago.
Debbie WDebbie W
17:40 11 Apr 23
UPDATE - September 2023:These 2 piercings have changed my life and I don’t make that statement lightly! After having either a headache or a migraine virtually every day, I have literally just had a couple of mild headaches which have mainly been in relation to a recent tooth abscess and just 1 migraine brought about due to holiday stress! My healing did take longer than I thought in one of my ears, but nothing I couldn’t cope with and had plenty of product provided at my appointment to keep them clean.My 2 teenage girls have also had theirs done a couple of months ago - 1 has not had any headaches at all and she had been diagnosed with familial hemiplegic migraines, so wow! My younger 16 year old has had a significant reduction; still has a few headaches but she does also suffer from tummy migraines so we were told it would take a bit longer to settle down. She has also had lots of stress with exams and starting at Uni, so overall we are all very very impressed and pleased we have had them done.Pity I didn’t get it done years ago, but my girls will benefit for all of their adult lives.Thanks Richard so much for a great service and after care. Have even recommended you to my dentist & his hygienist wife!Original review:Visited with my Aunty over Easter - we have both had migraines and bad headaches on an almost daily basis for over 40 years, along with other issues - for me it’s also been fibromyalgia, numbness down left side, numbness, tightness & tingles in left side of jaw, a feeling of being as tight as a corset from top of back to middle of back meaning I couldn’t lift my arms up hardly at all. So not great and enough was enough 😏Within a minute my numb left side of mouth had gone - reappeared when needle was removed - and gradually other needles added to ensure that all of my aches on the day had gone! Richard gave us careful demonstrations of exercises to work towards improving my sloping shoulder and slight curve of my shoulders. Along with my 2 piercings I left a very happy lady, able to lift my arms quite away up! Not had a single headache since leaving. Yes my ears are sore after the piercings in both my ears but that is nothing in comparison to the years and years of pain I’ve had. So very pleased I went to Richard who was very thorough in dealing with us both, checking we knew what would happen and explain this is not magic, I may still have some headaches and or neck tension in the future but hopefully I will experience less of them and with less intensity. I am looking at getting this done for my 2 teenage girls who both already suffer from bad headaches with my eldest at just 18, suffering a familial hemiplegic migraine but was initially treated as having a stroke as so severe…she never wants another and if having a ‘daith’ means they both don’t go through what I’ve done for at least 40 years, they would be mad not to. Can’t recommend Richard enough. A**
Christina AulonitiChristina Auloniti
09:34 18 Feb 23
I was suffering from chronic migraines.(That was my main problem) I’m also struggling with anxiety, depression and insomnia.A lot of people suggested to me to do the daith piercing.I did my research as I didn’t want to go to a tattoo shop and I found Richard. Honestly I can’t thank him enough!Richard gave me my life back! It’s been almost 3 weeks now and I’m migraine free ( I used to have twice a week).The piercings healed up very quickly and now I can move on with my life.Richard thank you so so much, you gave me my life back! 😊Highly recommend!!!!!
Maria MartinMaria Martin
17:15 17 Jan 23
What an amazing experience. Mr Richard Soper was very calming from the moment I walked through the door. He is very knowledgable and defintely very professional. He explained what Daith Piercing was, what it involved and the aftercare. It definately worked with my anxiety almost immediately, time will tell with the migraine management. I stopped taking my medication the day after my piercings for both migraine and anxiety and haven't experienced an attack of either yet. Would definitely recommend this clinic for Daith Piercing
09lilley09lilley
21:54 12 Dec 22
I had a piercing done in both ears because I suffered with 3/6 migraines per month. After 3 months I have no had a single migraine
Ella MElla M
01:33 27 Nov 22
I had both my daiths pierced by Richard a couple of weeks ago after having a 2 week long migraine that faded into a tension headache/ head fog that just wouldn’t budge. A colleague of mine recommended I see Richard as she had this done when she was in the middle of a horrendous migraine in 2017 and said almost instantly after having them done she felt pretty much back to normal again- she actually hasn’t had one since!Firstly, Richard’s consultation was very informative. I came away not only understanding more about migraines themselves but it was also eye opening in other areas, such as my posture issues which wouldn’t have been helping my symptoms. I was given lots of advice and exercises to try at home to improve this over time.The acupuncture section was also really interesting. As each needle was placed it was explained what it was connected to in the body. Within minutes of having the needles in, my shoulders and jaw felt less tense as well as feeling far more relaxed in general. I can honestly say my anxiety levels have been so much better since also. I’m no longer waking up every day worrying about whether I’ll start to feel rubbish again and overall just not feeling as anxious as I was which is great for a constant worrier like me!When it came to the piercings themselves I couldn’t believe how quickly they were done. As someone who’s had a cosmetic daith done before I knew what to expect but it was done so swiftly, both the piercing itself and jewellery being put in, absolutely no complaints there.The healing has also been great! The aftercare advice Richard gives is very thorough as well as the leaflet. I was told I can contact him if I have any concerns, which I haven’t had, but it’s clear he’d be more than willing to help if needed.All in all Richard is very knowledgeable and friendly and you’ll definitely leave feeling informed. I’d recommend anyone to book in and get this done if you’ve been thinking about it.
Poppy MortimerPoppy Mortimer
17:39 02 Nov 22
I had my piercing with Richard about a month ago and I honestly can’t believe the result I’ve had. I suffered with chronic migraines getting 3-4 a month being as debilitating as they possibly could. Since seeing Richard a month ago I haven’t had one since. I have had manageable headaches but that’s all. It’s honestly amazing I now can plan to do things and not worry that I may end up bed bound .I can’t thank you enough it’s truly amazing and I highly recommend this treatment to anyone who is suffering from migraines.
Sarah BoneSarah Bone
12:49 24 Apr 22
I had my daith piercing done today after over 15 years of migraines, constant headaches and anxiety. Richard explained everything that he was doing in detail. He completed various tests to see whether I would benefit from one piercing or two and also recommended exercises to help correct my posture.I was really nervous about the piercing but it was really quick and hardly hurt, I felt the immediate effects as my headache disappeared completely and has not returned all day - I can't remember the last time I didn't have one!I would highly recommend this and wish I had had it done sooner!
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Kate LopezKate Lopez
20:10 13 Dec 23
After a nightmare journey down from Surrey, making me very late for my appointment, Richard was kind to stay late for me.He didn’t cut the consultation short, took his time to explain everything and mercifully the piercing was over with quickly.I will be back for the other side next year.
Hayley BurtonHayley Burton
20:07 01 Nov 23
I had my ear pierced by Richard about a year ago and it really did change my life. I have only had a handful of migraines since and they haven’t been nearly as severe as they used to be. He was fantastic and so knowledgeable. It felt amazing to talk to someone who just knew and understood everything I was going through. He knew more than any of the doctors or neurologists I had seen! I couldn’t believe the instant effects I felt when he put the acupuncture needle in my ear- both to my head fog and dizziness and also my vision. I have been recommending daith piercing ever since my visit. Thank you so much Richard.
Casey BallCasey Ball
10:03 18 Jul 23
Had both Daiths pierced nine days ago. Richard was very informative, knowledgable and professional. Having suffered migraines and headaches for the past thirty years the immediate relief of the “head fog” was unreal. I haven’t woken with a headache since having the piercings. Had a previous cosmetic Daith piercing and I felt zero affect! Hopeful for the future going forward… Game changer!! Thank you!!!** Update**Two months after piercing and no head fog, no headache and no full blown migraine!!! Amazed and soo very grateful!
JoJo
13:36 01 May 23
I was really impressed with how thorough the consultation was with Richard, and I felt really listened to. I appreciated all the additional advice about posture and other factors contributing to my migraines. The daith piercings (both ears) have been easy to take care of using the aftercare kit, and although I’m only a few weeks into the healing, my migraines are almost non-existent. I regret not doing this years ago.
Debbie WDebbie W
17:40 11 Apr 23
UPDATE – September 2023:These 2 piercings have changed my life and I don’t make that statement lightly! After having either a headache or a migraine virtually every day, I have literally just had a couple of mild headaches which have mainly been in relation to a recent tooth abscess and just 1 migraine brought about due to holiday stress! My healing did take longer than I thought in one of my ears, but nothing I couldn’t cope with and had plenty of product provided at my appointment to keep them clean.My 2 teenage girls have also had theirs done a couple of months ago – 1 has not had any headaches at all and she had been diagnosed with familial hemiplegic migraines, so wow! My younger 16 year old has had a significant reduction; still has a few headaches but she does also suffer from tummy migraines so we were told it would take a bit longer to settle down. She has also had lots of stress with exams and starting at Uni, so overall we are all very very impressed and pleased we have had them done.Pity I didn’t get it done years ago, but my girls will benefit for all of their adult lives.Thanks Richard so much for a great service and after care. Have even recommended you to my dentist & his hygienist wife!Original review:Visited with my Aunty over Easter – we have both had migraines and bad headaches on an almost daily basis for over 40 years, along with other issues – for me it’s also been fibromyalgia, numbness down left side, numbness, tightness & tingles in left side of jaw, a feeling of being as tight as a corset from top of back to middle of back meaning I couldn’t lift my arms up hardly at all. So not great and enough was enough 😏Within a minute my numb left side of mouth had gone – reappeared when needle was removed – and gradually other needles added to ensure that all of my aches on the day had gone! Richard gave us careful demonstrations of exercises to work towards improving my sloping shoulder and slight curve of my shoulders. Along with my 2 piercings I left a very happy lady, able to lift my arms quite away up! Not had a single headache since leaving. Yes my ears are sore after the piercings in both my ears but that is nothing in comparison to the years and years of pain I’ve had. So very pleased I went to Richard who was very thorough in dealing with us both, checking we knew what would happen and explain this is not magic, I may still have some headaches and or neck tension in the future but hopefully I will experience less of them and with less intensity. I am looking at getting this done for my 2 teenage girls who both already suffer from bad headaches with my eldest at just 18, suffering a familial hemiplegic migraine but was initially treated as having a stroke as so severe…she never wants another and if having a ‘daith’ means they both don’t go through what I’ve done for at least 40 years, they would be mad not to. Can’t recommend Richard enough. A**
Christina AulonitiChristina Auloniti
09:34 18 Feb 23
I was suffering from chronic migraines.(That was my main problem) I’m also struggling with anxiety, depression and insomnia.A lot of people suggested to me to do the daith piercing.I did my research as I didn’t want to go to a tattoo shop and I found Richard. Honestly I can’t thank him enough!Richard gave me my life back! It’s been almost 3 weeks now and I’m migraine free ( I used to have twice a week).The piercings healed up very quickly and now I can move on with my life.Richard thank you so so much, you gave me my life back! 😊Highly recommend!!!!!
Maria MartinMaria Martin
17:15 17 Jan 23
What an amazing experience. Mr Richard Soper was very calming from the moment I walked through the door. He is very knowledgable and defintely very professional. He explained what Daith Piercing was, what it involved and the aftercare. It definately worked with my anxiety almost immediately, time will tell with the migraine management. I stopped taking my medication the day after my piercings for both migraine and anxiety and haven’t experienced an attack of either yet. Would definitely recommend this clinic for Daith Piercing
09lilley09lilley
21:54 12 Dec 22
I had a piercing done in both ears because I suffered with 3/6 migraines per month. After 3 months I have no had a single migraine
Ella MElla M
01:33 27 Nov 22
I had both my daiths pierced by Richard a couple of weeks ago after having a 2 week long migraine that faded into a tension headache/ head fog that just wouldn’t budge. A colleague of mine recommended I see Richard as she had this done when she was in the middle of a horrendous migraine in 2017 and said almost instantly after having them done she felt pretty much back to normal again- she actually hasn’t had one since!Firstly, Richard’s consultation was very informative. I came away not only understanding more about migraines themselves but it was also eye opening in other areas, such as my posture issues which wouldn’t have been helping my symptoms. I was given lots of advice and exercises to try at home to improve this over time.The acupuncture section was also really interesting. As each needle was placed it was explained what it was connected to in the body. Within minutes of having the needles in, my shoulders and jaw felt less tense as well as feeling far more relaxed in general. I can honestly say my anxiety levels have been so much better since also. I’m no longer waking up every day worrying about whether I’ll start to feel rubbish again and overall just not feeling as anxious as I was which is great for a constant worrier like me!When it came to the piercings themselves I couldn’t believe how quickly they were done. As someone who’s had a cosmetic daith done before I knew what to expect but it was done so swiftly, both the piercing itself and jewellery being put in, absolutely no complaints there.The healing has also been great! The aftercare advice Richard gives is very thorough as well as the leaflet. I was told I can contact him if I have any concerns, which I haven’t had, but it’s clear he’d be more than willing to help if needed.All in all Richard is very knowledgeable and friendly and you’ll definitely leave feeling informed. I’d recommend anyone to book in and get this done if you’ve been thinking about it.
Poppy MortimerPoppy Mortimer
17:39 02 Nov 22
I had my piercing with Richard about a month ago and I honestly can’t believe the result I’ve had. I suffered with chronic migraines getting 3-4 a month being as debilitating as they possibly could. Since seeing Richard a month ago I haven’t had one since. I have had manageable headaches but that’s all. It’s honestly amazing I now can plan to do things and not worry that I may end up bed bound .I can’t thank you enough it’s truly amazing and I highly recommend this treatment to anyone who is suffering from migraines.
Sarah BoneSarah Bone
12:49 24 Apr 22
I had my daith piercing done today after over 15 years of migraines, constant headaches and anxiety. Richard explained everything that he was doing in detail. He completed various tests to see whether I would benefit from one piercing or two and also recommended exercises to help correct my posture.I was really nervous about the piercing but it was really quick and hardly hurt, I felt the immediate effects as my headache disappeared completely and has not returned all day – I can’t remember the last time I didn’t have one!I would highly recommend this and wish I had had it done sooner!
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Richard Soper  MAS, MAR, MCMA, MBAA 

CEO Daith Medical Ltd

Fully Insured to conduct a daith piercing and auricular acupuncture for medical reason. Medical daith piercing and auricular acupuncture practitioner.



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Richard Soper  MAS, MCMA 

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Fully Insured to conduct a daith piercing and auricular acupuncture for medical reason. Medical daith piercing and auricular acupuncture practitioner.


Microsystems Acupuncture Society

Member of Complimentary Medical Association


Richard Soper Daith Medical Ltd CEO

NEWSLETTER

Promotions, new products and sales. Directly to your inbox. 


Microsystems Acupuncture Society

Member of Complimentary Medical Association


Richard Soper  MAS, MCMA 

CEO Daith Medical Ltd

Fully Insured to conduct a daith piercing and auricular acupuncture for medical reason. Medical daith piercing and auricular acupuncture practitioner.

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Richard Soper MAS, MCMA
Daith piercer & auricular acupuncturist.

My skill is having the ability to find and activate your most receptive points, in turn getting the best Vagus Nerve Stimulation VNS from the nerve ending around the crux of the helix (daith). To do this I use a method I have developed over many years which involves some acupuncture techniques, this is the most accurate method I have ever come across and gives me the outstanding results you can see by reading my Google reviews. These reviews will also give you an insight into how and what I do. I became an auricular acupuncturist to further my knowledge of the daith piercing, nerve stimulation and associated acupuncture points. I now run these 2 complimentary medical practices.

Your appointment is made to see me in person at either my Burgess Hill (Sussex) or Harley Street (London) clinic.

What I offer is unique, a pre-tested daith piercing, using this method we will have a reasonable idea of the result, even before any daith piercing is done. I believe this to be the most comprehensive and successful treatment available.

Making an appointment with me means, you are seeing a qualified and fully insured (for medical outcome) complimentary medical practitioner. Not a body piercer. This therapy is holistic, it deals with you and your neurological issues via the stimulation of nerve endings in the daith region. The therapy is point specific and a near miss can result is only the swelling from the localised area causing a short term effect.

The vagus nerve is responsible for the way your body reacts to stress. The sympathetic nervous system drives our fight or flight response in stressful situations, while the parasympathetic nervous system manages our rest and digest . The vagus nerve regulates sympathetic and parasympathetic response. It is our “brake pedal response” that helps the body and mind slow down or rest & digest in order to counter the harmful effects of a chronic and unmanaged stress. Stimulation of the vagus nerve VNS can play an important role in improving your digestion, heart health and breathing rate by slowing down your stress response and keeping away associated responses such as migraine, tension headache, vertigo, anxiety, and the intrusive thought patterns of OCD & PTSD.

During your consultation & risk assessment we will discuss all of your issues, and together we will work out the best way forward. I will test your reaction to this therapy before doing the actual piercing. There is no additional costs for both sides if required. The price includes jewellery and aftercare with no hidden extras. I may make some recommendations and give you advice to move forward with. I will also ask you to fill in an emailed, simple survey at 2 weeks, 3 months and 6 months. This helps me to monitor the effectiveness of my treatment, as well as building one of the worlds largest data sources on this piercing and its results. See Statistics & Research above.

Quite often the consultation can bring up some interesting discoveries. Your consultation is about you and deals with the disorders listed below, not just migraine.

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