Modern Acupuncture

What to Expect

Research backs acupuncture as effective for treating pain and other ailments. More and more doctors are acknowledging the effectiveness of acupuncture in treating a variety of chronic conditions!
When administered by a properly trained practitioner, acupuncture is a safe form of treatment. The procedure is relatively painless with few side effects.
Stimulates nerves in the muscles and skin.
Increased blood flow.
Release of natural pain killers (i.e. endorphins, serotonin, etc.).
Segmental effect: relieves pain on the same spinal segment. (i.e. L5 lumbar nerve root).
Extrasegmental effect: the activated sensory nerve stimulates the brain causing natural relaxation and pain relief.

Patient treatment will be tailored to the individuals condition, duration of problem, and the patients' general health.
Typically fine needles are inserted into the skin and left in position briefly, sometimes with manual or electrical stimulation.