Acupuncture for back pain and relaxation are two of the most commonly researched and clinically effective concerns addressed with this drug-less therapy. Moreover, acupuncture for back pain relief is sought after so as to avoid the negative effects of longterm drug use.

Acupuncture encourages relaxation and regulation of the nervous system. Stress causes imbalances in the parasympathetic, sympathetic and autonomic nervous system. This presents as irritability, mood issues, sleep issues, digestive issues, muscular pain and stiffness. It helps regulate the nervous system and mitigates stressors that cause nervous system imbalances commonly felt as muscle tension.

In this treatment, elements of traditional Chinese medicine meet Western medicine creating an experience that promotes relaxation and pain-relief while encouraging a calm nervous system for restful sleep and restoration of the body's functions.

Our patients enjoy acupuncture as an adjunctive and alternative medicine to drug therapies in pain-relief. While some patients are needle phobic the smallest needles are used to increase comfort. Dr. Jutai also has needle-less treatment options available using acupressure points and treatment to-go.

During your treatment auricular (ear) points will be used to stimulate the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve regulates organ functions, including breathing rate and heart rate variability. It promotes a balanced sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system. Thus leaving you relaxed and with a vagal tone needed for optimal heart and overall health.

Moreover, during your treatment enjoy a bonus far infrared mat treatment, a complementary therapy that has been shown to reduce pain and increase mitochondrial energy through ATP production.