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Electro-Acupuncture

jessica • May 26, 2023

Electro-Acupuncture

A procedure in which pulses of weak electrical current are sent through acupuncture needles into acupuncture points in the skin.

Electro-acupuncture is a technique where acupuncture needles are inserted into a specific muscle and then stimulated with electricity to intensify the acupuncture treatment. We attach electrode clips to the acupuncture needles to elicit a gently “tapping” sensation for 20-30 minutes. This technique blends the science of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Physiology to maximize the effectiveness of the treatment.


Electro-Acupuncture can be used in many different scenarios and in combination with other types of modalities. It is particularly effective for acute or chronic pain management.


Common conditions that electro-acupuncture can be beneficial for:


  • Joint Sprains
  • Muscle strains
  • Adhesive Capsulitis (frozen shoulder)
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Repetitive use injuries (tennis elbow, golfers elbow, Achilles tendonitis)
  • Muscle spasms
  • Post-surgical rehab
  • Increasing joint range of motion



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