What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is an ancient form of medicine originating in China over 3,000 years ago. During treatment fine needles are inserted into points along the body’s pathways of energy. The needles stimulate and build energy, while clearing obstructions that can lead to disease or pain. Acupuncture is a non-invasive, safe approach to treating acute and chronic disorders.

How Does it Work?

Through modern research techniques and the use of magnetic resonance imagining we are continually learning more about how acupuncture works. Research shows that acupuncture calms the sympathetic nervous system (flight or fight) decreasing the signs of stress on the body. At the same time it regulates the parasympathetic nervous system encouraging the proper functioning of all the body’s systems. This partially explains acupuncture's positive effects on immunity, digestion, elimination, reproduction, insomnia, and the reduction of inflammation. Acupuncture releases endorphins, the body’s natural physical and emotional pain reliever. Acupuncture also helps to detoxify the body by stimulating areas associated with the body’s major detoxifying organs.

Our Approach

At Peak Acupuncture the acupuncturist works one-on-one with clients. You are treated as an individual, whose concerns, needs and goals are continually readdressed. Our desire is to facilitate healing and support each individual in reaching his or her full potential. Using an holistic approach to treatment we incorporate acupuncture, nutrition, mindfulness, cupping, bodywork and lifestyle recommendations to offer long term solutions and lasting results. We provide compassionate care, intelligent insight and a delicate touch. An active recovery, wellness and personal growth is supported along the way.

Specializing In:

Orthopedic Acupuncture

Targeted treatment of sports injuries or areas of pain. This style of acupuncture releases tight muscles while strengthening muscles weakened by repetitive stress, injury or postural inefficiency. The needles create micro-stimulation reorganizing tissue and encouraging blood flow and healing. Joints and sprained or partially torn ligaments are addressed by using a careful selection of significant points. .

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Classical Five-Element Acupuncture

A comprehensive style of acupuncture that addresses the whole person for general health.. The overall effect of treatment is a restoration of balance, offering a more permanent solution to chronic problems. Classical Five-Element Acupuncture can help enhance one's sense of well-being and improve quality of life. Clients often report increased vitality, superior energy, stabilized moods, less insomnia and clarity of mind....

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