Overview
We are committed to helping our patients live pain free. We use orthopedic tests combined with acupuncture, massage and soft tissue release techniques to treat acute and chronic pain. We also examine other contributing factors to pain such as emotions, diet and lifestyle.
Pain Evaluation
Each new patient is given a conventional physical exam including standard orthopedic and neurological tests when needed. In the exam the doctor feels for the texture, tightness and movement of joints and soft tissue. We observe posture and gait to assess biomechanical stress.
Treatment Modalities for Acute and Chronic Conditions
• Acupuncture
• Electroacupuncture
• Soft tissue treatments
• Auricular acupuncture
• Moxibustion
• Myofascial release
• Therapeutic exercises where applicable
• Cupping
• Gua Sha
• Herbal medicine, nutritional supplements to rebalance the body
Contributing Factors to Pain
When appropriate, we support our treatment with individual counseling and advice about lifestyle, exercise and rehabilitation.
Pain Conditions Commonly Treated
• Neck, back, shoulder, hip and knee pain
• Accidents
• Arthritis – Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid
• Chronic pain & inflammation
• Detox from pain medications
• Fibromyalgia
• Headaches
• Muscle spasms
• Over-use injuries such as carpal tunnel, lateral epicondylitis
• Pinched nerve
• Post-operative pain
• Rotator cuff injuries/Frozen shoulder
• Sciatica
• Sprain/strain injuries
• TMJ
Neurologic Conditions
• Bell’s Palsy
• Neuralgias (trigeminal, Herpes Zoster, post-herpetic neuralgia)
• Radiculopathies
• Stroke rehabilitation
Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue
To successfully treat fibromyalgia we examine the following from a functional perspective to see what needs treatment:
• Hypothyroidism
• Functional gut problems
• Hypoadrenia
• Anemias – iron deficiency or pernicious (B12)
• Insomnia
• Occult carcinoma
• Misdiagnosed musculo-skeletal issues
• Sero-negative RA
• Multiple sclerosis
Acupuncture and massage can provide excellent pain relief and aid with restorative sleep.
Success Stories
“One thing I have noticed is that while you have been treating my shoulder problem my energy has improved. It is particularly noticeable at the gym where I am able to work out longer with less pain.”
—C.K.
“I was referred for chronic lumbar pain following a disc replacement surgery. I can honestly say that I received more help with acupuncture and myofascial release than physical therapy. I was in too much pain for physical therapy. In fact, I was amazed the first time, the needles weren’t even put in the area that hurt and I got tremendous pain relief.”
—J.S.