Acupuncture in Barrhaven, Ottawa
Acupuncture involves the insertion of thin needles at specific points and may be incorporated when clinically appropriate as part of an individualized physiotherapy plan.
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture involves the insertion of thin needles at specific points and may be incorporated when clinically appropriate as part of an individualized physiotherapy plan.
How Acupuncture May Support Your Rehabilitation
This treatment is selected only when it fits your assessment, goals and overall rehabilitation plan.
- Provide an adjunct option for selected pain presentations
- Support comfort while active rehabilitation is progressed
- Be combined with exercise, education and movement-based care
- Allow treatment to be adjusted to your tolerance and preferences
How Acupuncture Fits Into Your Plan
- Traditional and trigger-point acupuncture
- Point selection based on your assessment findings
- Combined use with manual therapy and exercise
Conditions This Treatment May Be Used For
Your assessment determines whether this treatment is appropriate. It may be considered for selected presentations such as:
What to Expect During Your Appointment
We confirm acupuncture fits your treatment plan and explain the procedure.
Fine needles are placed at selected points and left in place for a short period.
You rest comfortably while the needles remain in place.
Needles are removed and treatment continues with other appropriate care that visit.
After Acupuncture
Most people return to normal activity after a session, although temporary soreness, fatigue or light-headedness can occur. Your physiotherapist will review what to expect and how the treatment fits with your exercises and activity plan.
Is This Treatment Right for Me?
Suitability, frequency and whether this treatment is combined with other care depend on your assessment, health history, goals, preferences and response. Your physiotherapist will explain the reasoning before including it in your plan.
Acupuncture FAQ
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture uses very thin, sterile needles placed at selected points. Within a physiotherapy plan it may be used to help manage symptoms while other parts of rehabilitation address movement, strength and function.
How is acupuncture used at Motiva?
It is considered as an adjunct rather than the whole treatment plan. Your physiotherapist will first assess your condition and discuss whether acupuncture adds value for your goals.
Does acupuncture hurt?
Most people feel little or only a brief sensation with needle insertion, although experiences vary. Tell your physiotherapist at any point if you are uncomfortable.
Is acupuncture appropriate for everyone?
No. Your health history, medications, pregnancy status, skin condition and other factors may affect suitability. Your physiotherapist will screen for relevant precautions.
What happens after acupuncture?
Your visit may continue with exercise, movement retraining, education or other treatment. Your physiotherapist will tell you what to expect based on the techniques used.
Other Services That May Be Part of Your Plan
Your care plan may combine or sequence services when they are appropriate for your presentation and goals.