Is acupuncture safe to do on my elbow?

In addition to heightened blood flow, acupuncture needles stimulate the nervous system to release neurochemicals that promote physical and emotional well being. When certain pressure points are penetrated with the needle, they communicate a message to the brain to reduce the pain and stress transmitters in the region. As a result, relaxation ensues and anxiety is reduced, making it an entirely safe and holistic practice.

Acupuncture can therefore be practiced on everyone, no matter their age, weight, or medical history.

Does acupuncture actually work on elbow pain?

Countless studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of acupuncture and pain alleviation. These studies demonstrate that acupuncture has been proven to provide pain relief to the elbow region and tennis elbow.

Why is acupuncture superior to other treatment methods?

The elbow is a sensitive region of the body, which is why invasive surgeries can actually provide additional pain and inflammation. Additionally, pain killers can cause addictive behavior, and introduce chemicals into the body that were not previously there. Acupuncture, on the other hand, is a completely non-invasive and all natural treatment method that inserts no new chemicals into the body. Additionally, due to heightened blood flow, toxins and fluid build-up within inflammation is flushed, allowing the elbow to return back to normal more quickly than all other treatment options.

How do I know if acupuncture is right for me and my elbow?

We can generally confirm that acupuncture is right for almost everyone. If you have questions about if it’s right for you, give us a call and we can determine the result.

When should I get started with elbow acupuncture?

If you have suffered an elbow injury, proceeding with elbow acupuncture as soon as possible is recommended. However, if no matter your treatment plan or how long you have been in pain, acupuncture can still provide relief and pain reduction in the elbow region.

Your acupuncturist will work with you to identify your diagnosis while working with you to develop a custom treatment schedule. Generally, patients visit acupuncturists multiple times per week for a few weeks in order to increase the odds of pain relief and results. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us for getting started with foot acupuncture today.

General information about the elbow joint

Whether it’s golfer’s elbow, tennis elbow, or just plain arthritis in your elbow from a life of frequent lower and upper arm movements, our elbows are important joints that can grow tired overtime. If you’re an athlete that plays a sport with baseball bats, tennis racquets, etc. you are especially prone to elbow pain. But, with the rise of office settings and computer reliance, more individuals are developing elbow pain from their typing and clicking sedentary lifestyle.

If you’re living with a discomfort or an acute pain in your elbow, you know how distracting and debilitating that pain can be. We use our elbows to do everything from wash our hair to brush our teeth, which is why elbow pain can be a constant reminder of the physical discomfort we are in.