How Acupuncture Can Fit With a Holistic Wellness Plan at Spinal Rehab Clinic

They say everything that is old becomes new again — and that's definitely true when it comes to acupuncture.

A form of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture has been practiced in some form for at least 2,500 years but exploded in popularity in the 1970s, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, which is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

In the United States, we mostly use it for pain management — neck, back, or joint pain. The chiropractors at Spinal Rehab Clinic often use acupuncture in conjunction with chiropractic care and other therapies as part of a complete wellness plan.

"In an acupuncture session with Spinal Rehab Clinic, our chiropractor will insert thin needles into your muscle tissue to promote recovery by balancing your life force energy, known as qi," according to Spinal Rehab Clinic's website. "When qi cannot move freely in the body due to blockages, pain and disease may arise."

Studies have shown that acupuncture may reduce pain and discomfort for several conditions, including back or neck pain, knee pain associated with osteoarthritis, and postoperative pain — with the effects often lasting for up to a year after treatment ended, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Spinal Rehab Center also recommends it to relieve stress, headaches, and migraines.

To learn how acupuncture might fit in with the rest of your wellness plan, visit spinalrehabclinic.com or call (320) 252-2225. The initial consultation is free for new patients!