Acupuncture involves the insertion of fine needles into specific points on the body.
There are two main ways of understanding it:
Focuses on how stimulating specific points interacts with nerves, muscles and connective tissue.
WESTERN MEDICAL APPROACH
Nervous & Musculoskeletal Systems
iews acupuncture as a way to support the balanced flow of Qi, or energy, throughout the body.
TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE
The Balanced Flow of Qi
What to Expect During Treatment
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Influence the nervous system
Promote the release of endorphins
Improve local circulation
Research suggests that stimulating acupuncture points may:
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Support the body's natural healing processes
Responses to acupuncture vary between individuals. References [link 2–3 published sources for these points]***
Acupuncture may be used to help manage pain, muscle tension and a variety of musculoskeletal concerns. It can also be incorporated into naturopathic treatment plans for other areas of health.
Musculoskeletal & Pain Support
Nervous System & Stress
Part of Your Naturopathic Plan
Acupuncture may be used as part of care for acute strain, neck or back discomfort, joint stiffness and trigger points. It may also help improve local circulation.
Stimulating acupuncture points may influence the nervous system. Acupuncture can be incorporated into care that includes stress management.
Acupuncture can be combined with other naturopathic treatments, such as clinical nutrition, botanical medicine and lifestyle counselling, as part of a treatment plan with Dr. Silvana Jakupovic, ND.
Whether it's your first acupuncture visit or you're returning, here's how an appointment with Dr. Silvana Jakupovic, ND, works.
Each visit is based on your health history and goals for care.
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Health history
Treatment plan
Treatment
Follow-up
A review of your health history, current concerns and goals for care.
Together, you'll discuss whether naturopathic acupuncture is a good fit, either on its own or alongside other naturopathic care.
Fine, single-use sterile needles are placed at selected acupuncture points while you rest comfortably in a quiet treatment room.
Dr. Jakupovic, ND, checks in on how you're feeling, shares any after-care suggestions, and discusses whether further visits would be helpful.
Book your appointment with Dr. Silvana Jakupovic, ND at Catalyst Kinetics Group to discuss a personalized acupuncture or dry needling protocol.