Contemporary Medical Acupuncture

Contemporary Medical Acupuncture is an effective and simple treatment approach based on current concepts of neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, and pathophysiology. Insertion of solid, single-use disposable needles in conjunction with electrical stimulation of particular target sites forms the foundation of this approach.

Video : Dr. Anthony Lombardi, a senior instructor of Contemporaty Medical Acupuncture at McMaster University explains the use of neuro-anatomical acupuncture in contrast to traditional acupuncture as well as its complimentary use in a chiropractic/manual therapy setting.
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Medical acupuncture will essentially wake-up or relax muscles which have been dysfunctional or tight for years. The immediate therapeutic effects experienced by the patient include muscle relaxation and spasm relief providing an improved range of motion, suppression of pain signals through the release of endorphins (the body’s natural pain killers), regulation of autonomic activity including improved blood flow to an affected area for healing, improved mood, and a reduction in anxiety and nausea to name a few.

 

acupuncture2The doctor practices a two-handed painless insertion technique on all patients. Upon deeper insertion of the needle to reach a target structure for influence the patient can experience a variety of sensations from not even being able to recognize that the needle is in to that of a deep but comfortable aching sensation, termed ‘de Qi’ in traditional acupuncture. With the addition of electrical stimulation the patient will experience a tapping sensation up to a full muscle contraction of the muscles in which the needle is inserted along with pain relief.

 

Acupuncture is now one of the most studied forms of conservative treatment approaches and there are numerous trials in major medical journals demonstrating its effectiveness on a variety of musculoskeletal as well as visceral conditions.
Acupuncture will essentially restore the resources that your body needs neurologically to recover, adapt, and finally heal from injury for good. In addition this particular type of acupuncture can restore function to improve movement and performance for sports and work activities.
Chiromechanics is your Acupuncture provider for Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Thornbury, Meaford, Stayner, Nottawasaga, Creemore, Barrie, Midland, Owen Sound, Georgian Bay and Central Ontario