Acupuncturists in Vancouver

An acupuncturist is a health professional who applies theories of traditional Chinese medicine in the form of acupuncture, a procedure in which thin needles are inserted into specific parts of the body to relieve pain and treat illness.

Some benefits of acupuncture include pain relief, improved sleep, better digestive function, and an overall improved sense of well-being.

Modern research has demonstrated acupuncture's effects on the nervous system, endocrine and immune systems, cardiovascular system, and digestive system. By stimulating the body's various systems, acupuncture can help to relieve pain and improve system function.

Acupuncture proposes low risks if done correctly and carefully by a certified acupuncture practitioner using sterile needles. Common side effects of acupuncture include soreness, minor bleeding, or bruising where the needles were inserted. Pregnant women or individuals with blood disorders should consult their family doctor before receiving an acupuncture treatment.

Acupuncture is a procedure in which thin needles are inserted into specific parts of the body to relieve pain and treat illness. Acupuncture points are believed to stimulate the central nervous system, which in turn, releases chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord, and brain.