Acupuncture
Two approaches to acupuncture, one careful clinician.
Acupuncture in Burlington, Ontario
We offer both traditional acupuncture and neurofunctional (contemporary medical) acupuncture — chosen based on your condition, not whichever style we happen to prefer.
What we treat
What acupuncture helps with.
Acupuncture is most effective when paired with a clear understanding of what's actually driving your symptoms. We assess first, then decide if needles are part of the answer.
Persistent low back pain, neck pain, joint pain, and post-injury inflammation that hasn't fully responded to other treatment.
Tension-type headaches, cervicogenic headaches, and migraines — particularly when stress and muscle tension are part of the pattern.
Sciatica, peripheral neuropathy, carpal tunnel symptoms, and other nerve compression issues. Neurofunctional acupuncture targets these directly.
Tight, knotted muscles that don't release with stretching alone. Dry needling and traditional acupuncture both work here.
Tension-driven sleep issues, jaw clenching, and the physical side effects of chronic stress on the body.
Used alongside physiotherapy or chiropractic to speed recovery, reduce pain medication needs, and support the nervous system.
Our approach
Needles are a tool, not the treatment.
Acupuncture works best inside a real treatment plan. We figure out what you need first, then use the technique that fits.
We look at your full picture — symptoms, history, what you've tried — before deciding if acupuncture is right for you.
Traditional acupuncture for systemic and constitutional patterns. Neurofunctional for targeted nerve and muscle dysfunction. Sometimes both.
Sterile, single-use needles placed at specific points. Most patients feel relaxed during treatment, and many notice immediate change.
We integrate acupuncture into your broader physiotherapy or chiropractic plan so the gains hold between visits.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about acupuncture
Does acupuncture hurt?+
Most people feel a brief pinch when the needle is placed, then either nothing or a dull, heavy sensation. Acupuncture needles are much thinner than the ones used for blood draws or injections. If something is genuinely painful, tell your clinician — that's not the goal.
How is neurofunctional acupuncture different from traditional?+
Traditional acupuncture works with patterns based on classical Chinese medicine. Neurofunctional acupuncture (contemporary medical acupuncture) targets specific nerves and muscle dysfunction, often using mild electrical stimulation. We use whichever fits your situation, or both.
How many sessions will I need?+
Most patients notice change within 3-6 sessions. Acute issues sometimes resolve in 1-2 sessions; chronic conditions take longer. We re-assess regularly so you're not coming in indefinitely without a clear reason.
Is acupuncture covered by insurance?+
Many extended health plans cover acupuncture when performed by a registered acupuncturist or a regulated health professional with acupuncture training. We direct bill most major Canadian insurers — call us at (905) 635-5711 and we'll verify your specific coverage.
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Clinically reviewed by Dr. Anil Kaushal, DC
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