Medical Acupuncture
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Medical acupuncture, often combined with dry needling techniques, utilizes precise needle insertion guided by an in-depth understanding of human anatomy and physiology to treat a variety of musculoskeletal disorders. The insertion of fine needles enhances blood circulation to injured areas and overly tight muscles, to speed up the healing process by delivering nutrients and removing waste products from the tissue. Dry needling specifically targets muscle trigger points, further aiding in muscle relaxation and pain relief. Medical acupuncture may also reduce the perception of pain and reduce tissue inflammation.
The addition of electrical stimulation (which can be incorporated) to the needles can further augment this therapeutic effect by enhancing the acupuncture's interaction with the nervous system.
Medical acupuncture, alongside dry needling, is potentially beneficial for managing a range of health issues, predominantly within the musculoskeletal and pain spectrum, including:
This service can be provided by our chiropractors, physiotherapists, and massage therapists and can be submitted to your extended benefits under the type practitioner who provides the service.
If you are a new patient please book an Initial Chiropractic Appointment, Initial Physiotherapy Appointment, or a Massage + Acupuncture Appointment. If you are an existing patient, this acupuncture can be incorporated into your follow up treatments!
Headaches
TMJ/Jaw Pain and Dysfunction
Acute and Chronic Pain Control
Acute and Chronic Injuries
Osteoarthritis
Musculoskeletal Pain
Sprains and Strains
In practice, medical acupuncture is often integrated into a comprehensive treatment plan that may include chiropractic care, physiotherapy, massage, and other modalities for an effective, multimodal approach to pain and injury.