You’ve done the research and heard from a variety of sources that as an alternative form of healthcare, acupuncture may offer the following benefits:
- Relief for headaches
- Relief for anxiety and stress
- Relief for chronic pain
- Relief for osteoarthritis
- Relief for insomnia and restless sleep
- Relief for menstrual cramps
- Relief for allergies
- Relief for inflammation
- Improved cognitive focus (indirectly via the above)
- More
Do you have questions about the “more”, considering that someone recommended that you receive acupuncture? If you live in the Burnaby or Greater Vancouver area feel free to contact us to ask.
Another thing that you have heard, is that it’s better to find physiotherapists who do acupuncture, versus going to a local clinic that only offers traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). We address this below, so please keep reading.
Answers to Your Questions About Seeing a Physiotherapist for TCM Acupuncture in Greater Vancouver BC
Do Physiotherapists Do Acupuncture?
Not all of them. In fact, most do not. However, if a physiotherapy clinic has a TCM acupuncturist on staff then they logically do. You will need to find a physiotherapy clinic that can verify that they have a certified TCM acupuncture practitioner on their team. Otherwise, they should not claim that they offer the service.
Can Physiotherapists Do Acupuncture?
Yes, as long as they always maintain a certified TCM acupuncture practitioner on their team.
Why Choose a Qualified Physiotherapy Clinic for Acupuncture?
The answer is simple. This ensures that you receive more holistic treatment. Acupuncture can be employed to help treat the ailments addressed above, but it is generally part of a more robust strategy that may also include dry needling, massage therapy, and possibly chiropractic interventions (as applicable). At the very least, a thorough physiotherapist examination will uncover the underlying issues that could be causing you pain, discomfort, and malfunction. The examination may find that all you need is acupuncture, or it may find that you could benefit from other treatments too. It’s better to have a full understanding of that is required, otherwise your investment in acupuncture treatment from a TCM-only service could be for naught.
Why Choose Absolute PhysioCare in Burnaby for Physio-Based Acupuncture
Our Burnaby BC physiotherapy clinic has a highly-qualified, expertly-trained, and passionate TCM acupuncturist on our cherished team. Thomas Cao is a 3rd generation member of a family of TCM practitioners and acupuncturists, and brings a pedigree into your customized treatment plan. View more about Thomas here, or go ahead and book your appointment with our talented Thomas right here.
Your search for physiotherapists who do acupuncture concludes here. Schedule your consultation today at our Burnaby BC clinic.
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