Written by Dr. C. Jardine, ND

Acupuncture is a therapeutic treatment that involves the placement of hair-thin needles into the skin. These needles are placed in strategic points selected by your ND after a thoughtful and thorough intake. Acupuncture works with the body’s natural processes to activate and support it’s innate healing capabilities.

WHAT HAPPENS?

Acupuncture points stimulate the central nervous system to release naturally created biochemicals into the muscles, spinal cord and brain. As a result, these biochemicals activate the body’s natural healing ability, promoting physical and emotional wellness.

WHO MIGHT NEED ACUPUNCTURE?

Acupuncture treatments can help alleviate pain and address acute and chronic physiological, emotional, and psychological conditions. Individuals who are experiencing any of the former conditions may benefit from an acupuncture treatment by restoring balance in both the body and the mind.

Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years….

Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used systems of healing. The earliest documentation of the treatment is “The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Medicine.”, an ancient treatise on health written by the famous Chinese Emperor Huangdi around 2600 BC.

WHAT CONDITIONS CAN ACUPUNCTURE HELP WITH?

Researchers have found that acupuncture can be effective on its own of when combined with convention therapies to treat several conditions such as:

  • Anxiety

  • Asthma

  • Amenorrhea

  • Menstrual Cramps, Pre-Menstrual Symptoms, PCOS

  • Fertility

  • Joint Pain (Shoulder, Knee, Wrist, Ankle)

  • Insomnia

  • Headaches, Migraines

and more!

Dr. Jardine is a warm, compassionate and empathetic Naturopathic Doctor with a passion for helping people towards the wellness of their desires. His approach is empowering and thoughtful and helps address the route cause of your concerns. He cannot wait to care for you.