Physiotherapy
Restore movement, ease discomfort and get back to doing what you love.
Therapies & Modalities
Acupuncture
Acupuncture with sterile, single use needles, thoughtfully combined with the rest of your care.
Overview
About Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves placing very fine, sterile, single use needles at specific points on the body. It is commonly used as part of a broader plan for musculoskeletal discomfort and muscle tension.
Your practitioner will review your health history, explain the process and make sure you are comfortable before beginning.
Who this service may help
- People with back, neck or shoulder discomfort
- Those with muscle tension
- Anyone looking to complement physiotherapy or massage
Common reasons patients seek this care
- Persistent muscle tightness
- Wanting an additional option within a care plan
- Discomfort affecting daily activity
Our approach
How Springdale approaches care
Acupuncture is provided carefully and combined with other care when helpful.
- Safety firstSterile, single use needles and thorough screening.
- Clear explanationWe describe what you will feel and how long needles stay in.
- Integrated planOften combined with exercise or manual therapy.
Your visit
What to expect
Screening
Health history, including medications and needle comfort.
Positioning
You rest comfortably on the treatment table.
Treatment
Fine needles are placed and left for a short time.
Afterward
Mild tenderness is possible and usually brief.
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
Does acupuncture hurt?
Most people feel a brief pinch or a dull, heavy sensation. The needles are much finer than those used for injections.
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A practical, multidisciplinary approach to living and moving more comfortably.
Cupping Therapy
A suction therapy commonly used to ease muscle tightness and support relaxation.
This page provides general information and is not a diagnosis or a guarantee of results. Your practitioner will discuss whether this service is appropriate for you after an assessment.
Ready to take the next step?
Book Acupuncture at Springdale in Brampton, or call us and we’ll help you get started.