Traditional Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient healing art that uses thin, precise needles to restore balance and gently promote the body’s natural ability to heal. Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, it targets specific points along energy pathways to relieve pain, reduce stress, enhance sleep quality, and support overall physical and emotional well‑being.
At Midway Pain Center we combine time‑proven techniques with modern clinical insight and evidence‑informed practices to create individualized treatment plans that address both symptoms and the underlying imbalances driving them. Our practitioners integrate thorough assessment, gentle needle placement, and adjunctive therapies to ensure safe, effective care tailored to each patient’s goals and lifestyle.
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Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points on the body—usually with very thin needles—to influence the nervous system and local tissues. This stimulation can:
Modulate pain signaling in the spinal cord and brain, reducing perception of pain.
Trigger release of neurotransmitters and endorphins, which promote pain relief and a sense of well-being.
Improve local blood flow and reduce inflammation around muscles, joints, and nerves.
Affect autonomic nervous system balance, which can reduce stress and improve healing responses.
Practically, a practitioner selects points based on symptoms and underlying patterns; treatments typically last 20–40 minutes and may require multiple sessions. Many people experience reduced pain, improved function, and decreased stress, though response varies and mechanisms are still actively researched.
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Yes—many people find acupuncture effective for pain relief and certain conditions. Research shows it can reduce chronic pain (like back, neck, and osteoarthritis) and migraine frequency better than usual care; benefits may come from both specific needle effects and non-specific factors (placebo, patient-practitioner interaction). Safety is high when performed by licensed practitioners using sterile needles. If you’re considering it, discuss goals and risks with a qualified provider and combine acupuncture with other evidence-based treatments as appropriate.
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Acupuncture may be a good treatment option for you if your looking to:
Reduce chronic pain (back, neck, osteoarthritis)
Manage headaches and migraines
Ease stress, anxiety, and improve sleep
Support recovery after injury or surgery
Complement fertility and pregnancy care (with provider approval)
Relieve musculoskeletal tension and improve mobility
Decrease reliance on pain medications
Enhance overall well-being and energy balance