East Toronto Orthopaedic & Sports Injury Clinic and Trilogy Physiotherapy have partnered in order to provide you with the experienced and skilled care you deserve.
Western Medical Acupuncture combines methods from traditional Chinese acupuncture with the contemporary research of anatomy, neurology, physiology, pathology and evidence-based medicine.
Acupuncture therapy is a form of treatment in which multiple hair-thin needles are inserted in the skin at specific points and in various depths. The needles are left in place to take effect for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, or as determined by the practitioner.
Our therapists complete extensive training and stay up-to-date on the most current research and application methods to provide the best acupuncture treatment in Toronto. Acupuncture is a growing field of treatment and its efficacy continues to be recognized in relation for a range of conditions.
There is a growing body of research that indicates acupuncture is successful in promoting recovery and treating pain in many regions of the body, including many types of chronic pain. Patients report that acupuncture reduces stiffness and soreness in the treated areas, allowing daily activities to resume with less strain.
One of the primary uses of acupuncture is treating acute muscle pain. Symptoms of muscle pain include tenderness, swelling, bruising and redness. Muscle pain can be debilitating. Acupuncture stimulation can release neuropeptides and endorphins to treat muscles, activating the healing process.
Pain of the joints can also be lessened by regular acupuncture treatment. Applying acupuncture to areas in and around the joints works by affecting neurotransmitters, hormone levels, and the immune system. Sufferers of arthritis have seen the benefits of acupuncture through regular treatment in combination with other medical interventions such as anti-inflammatory treatment.
Acupuncture is beneficial as part of managing postoperative pain. After an operation, the body is weak. Managing your recovery is just as crucial as the procedure itself. Acupuncture can accompany and supplement other postoperative treatments can involve taking pain medication or a specialized diet. Many patients find relief from postoperative discomfort through our acupuncture treatment in Toronto, where acupuncture serves as a complementary approach to traditional postoperative treatments, aiding in pain management and promoting overall recovery.
How We Can Help
Acupuncture therapy can involve temporary discomfort.
Patients report that the discomfort fades quickly, and is followed by a pleasant sensation of relaxation and release in the treated areas.
To book an appointment, Call Us today at 416-691-3943 or contact us here.
Our Registered Massage Therapists
Maddie Hunt – Registered Massage Therapist
Treela Smith – Registered Massage Therapist
Nancy Brooks – Registered Massage Therapist
Charlene Travas – Registered Massage Therapist
Vincent Arpojia – Registered Massage Therapist
Brenda Ling – Registered Massage Therapist
Robert Small – Registered Massage Therapist
Frequently Asked Questions About Acupuncture
What can acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture has been shown to help treat muscle tension and chronic pain, reduce stress and anxiety, and help with nausea.
Can acupuncture help with nerve pain?
Acupuncture treatment can stimulate the nervous system to release naturally occurring opioids. These opioids help suppress the transmission of pain signals. Acupuncture can also help promote blood flow to accelerate healing.
Where are acupuncture points?
Acupuncture points lie along meridians that are distributed all over the body. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each meridian represents one of the major organs.
How does acupuncture relieve pain?
Acupuncture relieves pain by stimulating the nervous system to release natural endorphins. It also modulates the activity in the portion of the brain responsible for the release of serotonin, a neurotransmitter associated with mood.
Which is better, acupuncture or massage?
They really work best in tandem. Acupuncture is better at decreasing overall nervous system activity which drives increased muscle tone. That being said, massage is able to break down adhesions in the musculature and fascia that form over time from elevated neurological input and stress.
Y Leung
2024-12-23
This is a great place to take your classes or exercise therapy. I was there for the GLA:D exercise programme led by Sarah Phillips. She was clear, concise and encouraging when needed. The reception staff are friendly and professional. All in all, a very good experience and convenient location too.
Tahira Gonsalves
2024-12-09
Trevor was great! He provided detailed information (which I asked for 😀) to understand my injury (damaged ligaments on my foot), and provided a very reasonable and doable exercise/physio regimen, which he adjusted as my recovery progressed. Staff at the clinic are also lovely! Thank you!
Cindy Tavener
2024-12-09
Great place -Everyone from front desk to my physio Nikhil very focused on my needs.
Nikhil was also a great listener we made a care plan and both reviewed my progress as i healed he was also open to my suggestions.I will be happy to return if /when injured again.
Baran Akpınar
2024-11-29
I had the pleasure of working with Sarah Phillips through my recovery from a torn Achilles. She kept me informed at every stage, explained what to expect, and adjusted my therapy to overcome any challenges. Thanks to her expertise, I made consistent progress and had an excellent overall recovery at the end.
Beyond her skill, Sarah’s warm and friendly personality made every session enjoyable and motivating. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of expert, compassionate physiotherapy care.
Michelle Hachey
2024-11-06
My good friend recommended me to the Dr. was very honest and very helpful in telling me what to go going forward. Gave me exercises to do at home. How to handle stairs with less pain.
Would highly recommend him if you are in pain of any kind. Very helpful and near public transit.
Naeem Toronto
2024-11-02
I am going to participate in program from Monday,Nov 03,2024
Elaine Gergolas
2024-10-26
I booked a series of appointments to try and establish a good therapeutic schedule and after the first one the therapist insisted I come back to see her earlier than planned - which I did... booking a 45 minute follow-up that turned into a distracted 20 minutes of her note taking... they did adjust the billing to reflect a 30 minute session but it was not an auspicious start.
Then I received a garbled voicemail that seemed to cancel my third appointment - which I had booked a month in advance. It blamed the error on someone at the clinic who forgot to update the schedule... but both my follow-ups to confirm / reschedule were completely ignored.
Consider another company or at least another location...
VR S
2024-10-18
the staff is just awesome, I was having pain in my shoulder which few other places were not able to figure out, Danny spotted the cause and fixed the problem. I am thankful to him and East Toronto Orthopaedic staff from the bottom of my heart
