MEDICAL ACUPUNCTURE

CONTEMPORARY APPROACH TO ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture has been widely studied as a treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. Contemporary Medical Acupuncture uses a neuro-functional approach to treating pain and dysfunction in the body. 

About Medical Acupuncture

Acupuncture involves the insertion of extremely thin needles at strategic points throughout the body. With foundations in Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture has stood the test of time, with over 2-thousand years in practice. 


Acupuncture has been widely studied all over the world and is regarded as a safe and effective treatment for pain, neuropathy, muscle tension and trigger points as well as inflammation. 


PROPEL’s practitioners utilize a Contemporary Medical model of acupuncture where they utilize their knowledge of neurofunctional anatomy to design the the acupuncture treatments. 


ACUPUNCTURE CAN BE USED TO TREAT A VARIETY OF CONDITIONS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:


  • nerve pain (i.e.: sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome)
  • muscle tension
  • headaches
  • tendonitis
  • low back and neck pain
  • joint pain and arthritis
  • fibromyalgia
  • chronic pain


HOW DOES ACUPUNCTURE WORK?


Although there are several proposed mechanisms, some of the more commonly accepted theories include the following:


  • Acupuncture stimulates local blood-flow, helps nourish oxygen-deprived tissues decreasing tissue sensitivity.
  • Acupuncture stimulates the release of chemicals such as endorphins, norepinephrine and enkephalin, which are your body’s natural pain killers.
  • Acupuncture releases oxytocin, a hormone that can help reduce stress through regulation of the nervous system.
  • Acupuncture can also relax shortened muscles, which will help to decrease pressure on associated joints and nerves.


Speak with your PROPEL practitioner about including Acupuncture in your treatment plan!

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