Acupuncture; What It Is & How It Helps
- morganspecht2
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
We’re excited to announce that acupuncture is now available at Leduc Physio! If you’ve ever wondered what acupuncture is, how it works, and what it can help with, here’s a quick guide.
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a treatment that uses very thin, sterile needles placed at specific points on your body. These points help stimulate your nervous system and encourage your body’s natural healing processes. It’s safe, gentle, and widely used around the world.
How Does It Work?
When the needles are inserted, they activate nerves that tell your brain to release endorphins—your body’s natural painkillers. This helps reduce pain, calm inflammation, and improve circulation. Research also shows acupuncture can help regulate stress responses and promote relaxation.
What Can Acupuncture Help With?
Chronic pain (neck, back, shoulders, knees)
Headaches and migraines
Stress and anxiety
Muscle tension and recovery
Sleep problems
In fact, a large study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found acupuncture is more effective than sham treatments for chronic pain conditions like back pain, arthritis, and headaches. Other research shows it can significantly reduce jaw pain in people with TMJ disorders.
Why Add Acupuncture to Your Care Plan?
Acupuncture works beautifully alongside physiotherapy and massage. It can speed up recovery, reduce pain, and help you feel more balanced—mind and body.
Ready to Try It?
Appointments are now open! Call us at (780) 980-5443 or book online to experience the benefits of acupuncture at Leduc Physio.
References
Han JS. Acupuncture and endorphins. Neurosci Lett. 2004;361:258–261.
Vickers AJ et al. Acupuncture for chronic pain: meta-analysis. JAMA Intern Med. 2012;172(19):1444–1453.
Liu L et al. Effect of acupuncture for temporomandibular disorders: RCT. QJM. 2024;117(9):647–656.
Di Francesco F et al. Acupuncture and laser acupuncture in TMD: systematic review. BMC Oral Health. 2024.
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