Acupuncture

Acupuncture has been around for two thousand years in traditional Chinese medicine to help relieve pain and treat various health conditions. 

Acupuncture treatments include the insertion of very thin needles through the skin and muscles at specific points and at various depths. The needles are narrow, sterilized and they are only used once. Due to the needles being so thin, most people feel very little discomfort during the session. 

When the needle is inserted, the body’s natural healing abilities are stimulated leading to changes occurring which promote physical and emotional well-being. This will also increase blood flow to the area stimulating more healing. In addition, acupuncture has been shown modulate pain, raising the pain threshold in sensitive injured areas and therfore reducing the sensation of pain. 

Acupuncture is a safe and effective form of treatment with minimal side effects. 

At the ATP Clinic, acupuncture is a form of treatment that is offered as an option
in conjunction with other therapies. Treatment sessions can range anywhere between 10 to 30 minutes. Depending on the situation and the injury, you may benefit from a short course of weekly acupuncture sessions.

Our clinicians are registered to do acupuncture and are extremely skilled and experienced. They know exactly how to target various areas that require extra attention to help enhance your recovery. 

If you are curious and interested in trying acupuncture, don’t hesitate to contact us and we will be able to answer any questions you may have.