Whether you have back pain or frequent headaches, the discomfort can significantly affect your daily activities. At Back In Motion Chiropractic Sports & Auto Injury Center in Beaverton, OR, we provide acupuncture to relieve your pain and help you feel your best. Before visiting us, take a look at some frequently asked questions about acupuncture below:
What Conditions Can Acupuncture Help?
Acupuncture focuses on restoring the flow of energy, or Qi, throughout the body. Fine needles are inserted along specific meridian points to remove blockages and stimulate healing. Acupuncture can be used to treat the following:
- Chronic Pain: Effective for conditions such as back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, headaches, and fibromyalgia.
- Neurological Disorders: Acupuncture can be beneficial for issues like sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, and peripheral neuropathy.
- Respiratory Conditions: Can help alleviate symptoms of allergies, sinusitis, and asthma.
- Gastrointestinal Issues: Effective for managing nausea, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and constipation.
- Women’s Health: Can help with relieving menstrual cramps, managing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), addressing endometriosis, and supporting fertility.
- Mental Health: The treatment can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
- Menopause Symptoms: Assists in managing various symptoms associated with menopause and infertility.
What Can I Expect During My Appointment?
During your appointment, our acupuncturist will assess your health history and treatment goals to tailor the session to your needs. You will be comfortably positioned while fine needles are gently inserted into specific points on your body. The session typically lasts about 30 to 60 minutes, allowing ample time for relaxation and healing. Following the treatment, we will provide recommendations to enhance the benefits of your treatment.
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
Acute conditions often show significant improvement within 1 to 6 acupuncture sessions. In contrast, chronic health issues may require 12 or more treatments spread over several months for optimal results. Since each healing journey is unique, your acupuncturist will develop a tailored treatment plan that aligns with your specific goals and individual response to therapy. Many patients also opt for maintenance acupuncture sessions occasionally to help maintain the progress achieved.
Is Acupuncture Safe?
When performed by a licensed practitioner, acupuncture is very low risk. Side effects are rare but may include minor bleeding or bruising at the needle insertion sites. Inform our acupuncturist if you have any bleeding disorders or are taking blood thinners. Otherwise, you can relax and enjoy the benefits of this safe and effective therapy.
Contact Us for an Appointment Today
Whether you are considering acupuncture for back pain, sciatica, or anxiety, our team at Back In Motion Chiropractic Sports & Auto Injury Center in Beaverton, OR, can help. To learn more about this treatment and to schedule your appointment, contact us at (503) 524-9040 today. When you need an acupuncturist or chiropractor near you, we are happy to assist!