Use of very fine needles through the patient's skin at strategic points. As a key component of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is most commonly used to treat pain. But more recently, it is used for general well-being, including stress management.
At the Sports Medicine Clinic, our practitioners use electroacupuncture, which is a painless technique that precisely stimulates anatomical structures using thin, sterile acupuncture needles with an electric current.
treated and/or improved with acupuncture?
Acute injuries that can be treated or improved with acupuncture include, but are not limited to: Ankle sprains Muscle strains Ligament strains Back pain Post-operative orthopedic procedures Chronic injuries that can be treated or improved with acupuncture include, but are not limited to: are limited to: Headache Neck and back pain Jaw pain or stiffness Osteoarthritis (knee, hip, foot, shoulder) Muscle weakness Joint stiffness.
Treatments usually last 12 to 20 minutes, depending on the goal of the treatment. However, acupuncture is often administered as part of a full manual therapy treatment, meaning appointments are likely to last 45 to 60 minutes.
Treatments are provided by licensed practitioners with specific training in acupuncture.
Acupuncture is offered as part of your treatment if deemed necessary by your healthcare provider during your initial evaluation or as part of your ongoing treatment.
Used in conjunction with manual therapy techniques.
The number of sessions you need is determined by your healthcare provider and based on your overall goals and treatment results.
Acupuncture is not recommended for:
The treatment may cause local bruising or bleeding, especially in patients taking NSAIDs, aspirin or anticoagulants. It is also important to tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
Most insurance plans will provide coverage. Please check your individual plans for more details. Acupuncture is not covered by OHIP plans. The Sports Medicine Clinic will provide you with a receipt to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
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