If you suffer from chronic pain, our team at Premier Wellness Chiropractic in Pasadena may recommend combining acupuncture and chiropractic care for a holistic treatment approach. Here's how these two therapies work together.

How Acupuncture Works

Acupuncture, originating in Traditional Chinese Medicine, involves inserting very thin needles into specific points on the body. This stimulates the flow of qi (vital energy) and restores balance. Acupuncture points correspond to areas where nerves, muscles, and connective tissues can be stimulated. The needles send signals to the brain, releasing natural pain-relieving chemicals like endorphins and serotonin, promoting healing.

Complimentary Effects

Your chiropractor focuses on realigning the musculoskeletal system to restore proper nerve communication from the brain to the rest of the body. Meanwhile, acupuncture improves energy flow along the meridians, providing pain relief and relaxation. Together, these two therapies provide a comprehensive approach. The chiropractic adjustment allows for improved range of motion, while acupuncture reduces inflammation and spasms.

Acupuncture prior to a chiropractic adjustment may help relax the muscles to allow for greater mobility of the joints. It also prepares the body to respond better to the alignment. After an adjustment, acupuncture can be used to help "seal in" the benefits of the treatment, aiding the muscles in remembering the proper alignment.

Take A Holistic Approach

This combined approach addresses both the physical misalignments in the joints and spine as well as the energetic meridian flow obstructed by pain and inflammation. It provides more complete healing as the body is seen from different perspectives. This type of holistic care can greatly benefit you and is safe for the majority of patients.

Contact Premier Wellness Chiropractic in Pasadena, CA

Explore how acupuncture and chiropractic care can work together for you. The experts at Premier Wellness Chiropractic in Pasadena can provide an integrated treatment plan to relieve your pain. Call our team today at (626) 797-5800 to learn more or to schedule an appointment.