How Can Acupuncture Help ?
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Acupuncture offers various beneficial physiological effects: Pain reduction, reduction in inflammation, stimulation of tissue repair. Electro-acupuncture is especially effective in stimulating the release of growth factors and signaling molecules that aid in the formation of new tissue.
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Acupuncture helps keep muscles and connective tissue in a healthy state. When we needle a trigger point, the muscle fibers are released, new blood flows into the tissue providing oxygen and releasing metabolic waste. The muscle fibers are retuned to a healthier, elongated state which lessens the tension on tendons, thus aiding in the prevention of a sprain or strain.
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Sports acupuncture plays a crucial role in any athlete’s training routine. Because acupuncture has a direct effect on the peripheral and central nervous system, it can regulate motor neuron activity and muscle tone. If a muscle is inhibited, we can activate the muscle via the motor neuron and assist in muscle relaxation and neuromuscular re-education. This keeps you performing at your best.
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Acupuncture does so much more. Because it interacts with the nervous system, we can improve sleep quality, manage stress, boost the immune system, and improve micro-circulation by balancing the autonomic nervous system.
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Acupuncture can greatly improve recovery after an operation whether it is a joint replacement or a more minor repair. Acupuncture will assist in a faster recovery, reduction in inflammation, a faster increase in range of motion, and will activate muscles that became inhibited due to the surgery.
Our Services
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Sports Acupuncture
Sports, or orthopedic acupuncture, is an acupuncture speciality within the realm of TCM. We utilize orthopedic techniques in combination with traditional Chinese meridian acupuncture and neuro-acupuncture approaches for chronic pain, musculoskeletal conditions, sports or overuse injuries, nerve impingement, complications from motor vehicle accidents, muscle sprains, tendonitis, osteoarthritis, and the list goes on.
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Dry Needling
Dry needling is orthopedic acupuncture and is very effective at resolving myofascial pain and preventing and speeding recovery from injuries. Acupuncture needles are used to release trigger points or knots in muscles that develop with overuse, repetitive motion or injuries. This technique is very effective in reducing pain, improving muscle strength and condition, and performance. There will be some sensation with this procedure, but most people say the benefits far outweigh any discomfort felt during treatment. I always work with the patient and adjust my technique to ensure you are most comfortable during the treatment.
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Electro-Acupuncture
Electrical current is connected to the acupuncture needles and provides a variety of physiological benefits including an increase in blood flow to the surrounding tissue leading to improved oxygenation, nutrient delivery and removal of metabolic waste. Hypertonic or taught muscle fibers (trigger points) can be relaxed via the electricity activating motor nerves leading to muscle contraction and relaxation. Pain reduction is achieved from the electricity stimulating the release of endorphins and other neurotransmitters with analgesic effects. Some studies also show that electro-acupuncture may stimulate the synthesis of collagen which is essential in tendon and ligament repair.
INSURANCE:
We are not in network with insurance companies. However, we can provide you with a superbill to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. Payment is due at time of service and can be made by cash, check, credit card, HSA or FSA.