Pain Conditions

 
Client receiving a massage.

How can massage help my pain?

Massage therapy is a powerful tool for managing both acute and chronic pain conditions. By manipulating the muscles, tendons, and soft tissues, massage can reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and promote the release of endorphins—the body’s natural painkillers. For acute pain, such as injuries or post-surgical discomfort, massage helps to accelerate healing by relaxing muscle tension and increasing oxygen flow to the affected area. In cases of chronic pain, including conditions like fibromyalgia, arthritis, or lower back pain, regular massage can decrease muscle stiffness, improve range of motion, and provide much-needed stress relief. This holistic approach not only alleviates physical discomfort but also supports mental well-being, creating a comprehensive path to healing.

How can acupuncture help my pain?

Acupuncture is an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that has been widely adopted for pain management. Acupuncture stimulates the body's natural healing processes, reduce inflammation, and modulate the nervous system. Research supports its effectiveness: a systematic review and meta-analysis published in JAMA Internal Medicine (Vickers et al., 2012) found acupuncture to significantly reduce chronic pain conditions such as osteoarthritis, migraines, and chronic back pain compared to sham or no acupuncture treatments. Another study in The Journal of Pain (McDonald & Janz, 2017) reported acupuncture as a viable option for reducing pain intensity and improving overall quality of life in patients with various conditions. The practice is thought to influence the release of neurotransmitters like endorphins and serotonin, which play key roles in pain perception, making it a safe and holistic approach to managing both acute and chronic pain.

Using a variety of different modalities, our team has experience in treating;

General Pain

  • Muscle Spasms

  • Upper Back Pain

  • Arm Pain

  • Shoulder Pain

  • Neck Pain

Age Related Conditions

  • Degenerative Disc Disease

  • Arthritis

  • Osteonecrosis

  • Hip Replacement

  • Parkinson’s Disease

  • Osgood-Schlatter Disease

Neurological Disorders

  • Sciatica

  • Radiculopathy

  • Spinal Stenosis

  • Entrapment Neuropathy

  • Pinched Nerve

  • Neurogenic Atrophy

  • Primary Lateral Sclerosis

  • Motor Neuron Diseases

  • Myopathy

  • Myelopathy

  • Neuropathy

  • Balance Disorders

  • Parkinson’s Disease

  • Multiple Sclerosis

  • Lou Gehrig’s Disease

  • Guillain Barre Syndrome

  • Impingement Syndrome

Sports Injuries

  • Tendonitis

  • Tendinosis

  • Bursitis

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Shin Splints

  • Patellofemoral Syndrome

  • Iliotibial Band Syndrome

  • Compartment Syndrome

  • Fractures

  • Muscle Strain

  • Meniscal Tears

  • Inguinal Hernia

  • Gluteal Muscle Weakness

  • Abdominal Muscle Weakness

Injuries

  • Whiplash

  • Herniated Disc

  • TMJ

  • Sprains & Strains

  • Contractures

  • Fractures

  • Spinal Fractures

  • Cruciate Ligament Injuries

  • Entrapment Neuropthy

  • Patellar Subluxation

  • Inguinal Hernia

  • Osteitis Pubis

  • Hip Replacement

Miscellaneous

  • Gait Disorders

  • Headaches/Migraines

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Back Pain During Pregnancy

  • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo

  • Balance Disorders

  • Stroke