What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a form of Chinese Medicine originating thousands of years ago where very thin needles are inserted into the body at specific points. Chinese medicine is a medical system that views and treats the body as a whole rather than just treating symptoms. This means that even if you are just seeking treatment for low back pain we will do a full evaluation and treat the underlying cause of the pain rather than just the pain itself. With this approach you may experience improvement in other systems of the body like digestion and sleep.
How does acupuncture work?
One of the ways it is believed acupuncture works is by aiding the bodies natural ability to heal itself. For example, acupuncture helps to alleviate pain by triggering the bodies ability to release certain endorphins that act as a natural painkillers. Acupuncture also works by regulating the autonomic nervous system which is the system that controls our fight-or-flight response.