Acupuncture is an effective, drug-free modality for the treatment of painful conditions. Our practitioners have effectively treated many chronic and acute problems. Acupuncture should be considered one of the first interventions for injuries, tendonitis, arthritis, overuse conditions, and post-surgical recovery.
7 Ways That Acupuncture Treats Pain:
- Relaxes muscles and tendons
- Promotes blood circulation
- Stimulates nerves located in muscles and other tissues
- Stimulates the immune system
- Changes the processing of pain signals in the brain and spinal cord
- Breaks up scar tissue
- Produces endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, and other neurochemical messengers