Category: Pain & Injury Recovery

5/3/2026 0 Comments

Acupuncture for lower back pain and injuries

The most common conditions acupuncture is used for:

Lumbar strain/sprain — overstretching of muscles or ligaments from lifting, twisting, or sudden load. Very common in acute low‑back pain.
Facet joint irritation — inflammation or compression of the small joints between vertebrae.
Disc bulge/herniation — pressure on nerve roots causing radiating pain or sciatica.
Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction — often mimics sciatica, hip, or groin pain; frequently overlooked.
Chronic nonspecific low‑back pain — persistent pain >12 weeks without a single identifiable cause.

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5/2/2026 0 Comments

Neck Pain and Injuries

Acupuncture can help with short‑term pain relief and functional improvement in neck pain. High‑quality recent reviews show statistically significant improvements, though the overall certainty of evidence varies. Acupuncture can reduce neck pain intensity, improve function, and enhance quality of life. Acupuncture is generally safe.

Short‑term pain relief: Supported by multiple trials.
Functional improvement: Consistently better than placebo.
Long‑term pain relief: Mixed

Acupuncture can provide effective treatment if you:

Have persistent neck pain not responding to basic care
Prefer non‑drug pain management
Want to improve mobility enough to participate in rehab
Are combining it with physiotherapy, exercise or other healthcare services.

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