Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that involves inserting thin, sterile needles into specific points on the body. This process stimulates the body’s natural healing abilities, helping to restore balance and alleviate pain. Acupuncture is known for its effectiveness in promoting physical and emotional well-being and can be used as a complementary therapy to other medical treatments.
Pain Management: Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, acute injury, or post-surgical pain, acupuncture can offer relief and support your recovery.
Stress and Anxiety Relief: Acupuncture helps regulate the body’s stress response, promoting relaxation and balance in both body and mind.
Headache and Migraine Treatment: Acupuncture can be an effective treatment for tension headaches and migraines, helping to reduce their frequency and intensity.
Fertility and Women’s Health: Acupuncture is widely used to support fertility, regulate menstrual cycles, alleviate PMS symptoms, and support women’s health throughout pregnancy.
Digestive Support: Whether it’s for bloating, indigestion, or other digestive concerns, acupuncture can help balance your digestive system and relieve discomfort.
Initial Consultation: Your first acupuncture session will include a thorough evaluation of your health, including your symptoms, lifestyle, and medical history. This allows us to develop a personalized treatment plan.
Treatment Process: During the session, fine, sterile needles will be inserted into specific acupuncture points on your body. Most patients experience minimal discomfort during this process, and the needles are left in place for about 20-30 minutes.
Relaxation and Healing: Acupuncture is often deeply relaxing, with many patients reporting a feeling of calm and well-being during and after the session.
Follow-Up Sessions: Depending on your condition and goals, we may recommend a series of treatments to achieve the best results. We will monitor your progress and adjust the treatment plan as necessary.
Acupuncture provides a wide range of health benefits. Some of the most notable advantages include:
Acupuncture is typically not painful. Most patients feel only a slight sensation when the needles are inserted. Afterward, the needles should not cause discomfort, and many people feel deeply relaxed during treatment.
The number of sessions varies depending on your condition. Some people experience relief after just one session, while others may benefit from a series of treatments. Your acupuncturist will provide a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Yes, acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment when performed by a licensed and trained professional. We use only sterile needles and adhere to strict safety protocols to ensure your well-being.
Acupuncture and dry needling use the exact same needles, however the needling techniques and focus of treatment differ. Dry needling focuses on treating trigger points or knots in muscles to reduce tension whereas acupuncture has a more holistic, whole-body focus. While both acupuncture and dry needling can treat muscle tension, acupuncture is best when tension is due to underlying stress in the body. Acupuncture can also treat conditions outside of pain and muscle tension.
