Experience the transformative power of acupuncture at BLVD Wellness and Recovery in Burnaby. Our expert therapists use fine, sterile needles to stimulate specific points on your body, providing immediate pain relief, improved circulation, and restored energy flow. Our acupuncturist address the root causes of your health concerns, delivering both rapid and lasting results.
The practice of acupuncture, a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is a holistic treatment that influences nerves, muscles, connective tissue, hormones, and circulation. By stimulating specific points, it activates the body's natural painkillers, reduces inflammation, and restores optimal function. TCM acupuncture focuses on restoring balance to your body's energy flow, known as "Qi" (pronounced "chee").
By balancing your internal systemems, TCM effectively treats skin issues including acne, eczema, hives, warts, and athlete's foot.
Our acupuncture treatments provide relief for anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress, and panic attacks by regulating neurotransmitters and your body's energy flow.
Specialized treatments for fertility, prenatal/postnatal care, menstrual irregularities, PMS, PCOS, menopausal symptoms, and hormone balancing.
Acupuncture excels at resolving chronic pain, sciatica, arthritis, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel, sprains, tendinitis, and nerve-related discomfort.
Our treatments effectively address headaches, migraines, facial paralysis, and post-concussion syndrome through meridian stimulation.
TCM unique approaches improve eye fatigue, conjunctivitis, glaucoma, and cataract symptoms by enhancing circulation and reducing inflammation.
Additional conditions we treat include weight management, tinnitus, chronic ear infections, diabetes, and various cardiovascular issues like hypertension.
The foundation of our practice involves inserting fine needles at specific points to balance energy flow throughout the body. Our Burnaby acupuncturists are experts in point selection and needle technique.
This technique connects small clips to acupuncture needles, delivering a gentle electrical current, particularly effective for pain management.
Glass cups create suction on the skin's surface, increasing blood flow, releasing fascial restrictions, and reducing muscle tension. Cupping is excellent for back pain, respiratory conditions, and detoxification.
This traditional technique involves gently scraping the skin with a spacialzed acupuncturist tool to promote circulation and reduce inflammation. Particularly effective for chronic pain, tension, and respiratory issues.
Dried mugwort is burned near acupuncture points to provide gentle warming that strengthens and invigorates the body's energy. Especially beneficial for cold conditions, digestive issues, and women's health.
The ear contains microsystems that reflect the entire body. Tiny needles or ear seeds are placed at specific points to treat various conditions, particularly effective for addiction, weight management, and anxiety.
This therapeutic massage combines acupressure with gentle manipulation techniques to enhance the effects of acupuncture treatments. Excellent for musculoskeletal issues and improving energy flow.
Targeting points across the face shown to boost collagen production, improve muscle tone, and enhance circulation for natural age-defying results. Patients experience reduced fine lines and improved skin texture while also benefiting from deeper internal balancing effects
During your initial treatment a registered acupuncturist will assess your health history and symptoms to identify the root cause of your pain.
A treatment plan will be created by our highly skilled traditional Chinese medicine (TMC) practitioners, outlining the specific parts of your body to target with acupuncture points and determining the number of sessions needed.
During the session, 5 to 20 needles are inserted into specific points on your body to stimulate the flow of energy and triggers the body’s natural healing response, often used in conjunction with other form of acupuncture techniques such as the ones listed above.
After the needles are removed, your practitioner will discuss your response to treatment, provide self-care recommendations, and outline your ongoing treatment schedule.
We offer direct billing to most extended health care insurers. Making this effective treatment accessible to many patients. Contact your provider to confirm your coverage. Not covered? Visit our Physiotherapy clinic and explore your options with our team.
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Find quick answers to frequently asked questions about our services and clinic.
Yes, acupuncture can be covered through ICBC if you’ve been injured in amotor vehicle accident. As part of your initial course of treatment, acupuncture is often included in ICBC’s approach to pain management for car accident injuries. This holistic therapy can help reduce pain, improve mobility, and support your recovery process without requiring upfront payments. Speak with your acupuncturist or clinic to ensure direct billing is arranged, so you can focus on healing while ICBC covers the approved treatments.
Acupuncture, IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation), and dry needling are distinct techniques used to treat pain and various conditions. Acupuncture is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and focuses on stimulating specific points along the body's meridian pathways. This practice offers numerous benefits of acupuncture, including pain relief and improved lymphatic function.
In contrast, IMS is a modern technique used primarily by physiotherapists totarget muscle tightness and nerve pain, while dry needling focuses on trigger points in the muscles.
BLVD offers a range of acupuncture treatments, including traditional acupuncture, cosmetic acupuncture, and facial rejuvenation acupuncture. Patients can also opt for specialized services such as cupping and herbal medicine to support their healing process. Each session is designed to address specific health concerns, ensuring that patients receive tailored care that aligns with TCM principles.
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