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What is Acupuncture?

Traditional acupuncture is an ancient form of traditional Chinese medicine that can be used to treat a wide variety of injuries and ailments, which focuses on the state of our health and wellness determined by the balanced form of Qi (chee). This Qi flows through 12 pathways, or meridians, located all throughout the body.

Typically, pain, dysfunction or an injury is indicative of a disruption to the flow of Qi, or energy. Fine, sterile filament needles are inserted into particular acupuncture points along the meridian, which allows the flow of Qi to be restored and the body to heal more effectively. These acupuncture needles also help to promote blood flow and healing agents to the area, as well as increase endorphin levels in your body to help with the pain.

At Market Mall Physio & Chiro, we provide quality care and advanced acupuncture service in NW Calgary, Varsity, and the surrounding areas. With years of extensive experience, our team of physiotherapists in Calgary NW and licensed acupuncturist specialize in pain relief, altering movement and mobility, improve physical function and performance of the human body, injury treatment and injury prevention, chiropractic care, and patient education.

We also offer other form of therapy IMS, shockwave therapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, relaxation massage, deep tissue massage, and Graston therapy in Calgary NW). and much more! We combine these therapies to form a treatment plan best suited according to your condition.

If you have the following symptoms, Acupuncture can help…  

  • Avoiding social activities due to low energy?
  • Do you have a widespread inflammatory condition?
  • ​Feeling like your condition or progress has plateaued?
  • Constantly feeling like you are stretched thin with no gas in the tank?
  • Suffering with musculoskeletal pain, foot pain, leg pain, shoulder pain or other severe pain?
  • Unrelenting migraines or headaches?
  • Feel like your day is dragging and overall heavy and tired?
  • Have chronic low back or neck pain, or any other neurological conditions?
  • Whiplash, Sports injuries, or Joint injuries?
  • No longer want to rely on regular pain medications for pain management?
  • Endure daily, chronic stress?

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Market Mall Physio & Chiro , your health is our number one priority so we’ve redesigned our clinic and safety protocols to keep you and our team safe.​

  • Appointments required
  • Masks required
  • Staff wears masks
  • Staff gets temperature checks
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits

Everyday We Help People Just Like You Feel Their Best Again

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Excellent staff! Excellent communication and treatment! Paula Wong is an exceptional physiotherapist! I have all been impressed with Lois for acupuncture! Highly recommend!
Jane Durn
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I can’t say enough good things about Lois! Lois is so knowledgeable, truly listens and takes in what you’re saying and automatically makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. I immediately noticed a difference in my energy, anxiety levels and digestion support.
Katie Coates
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Have serious lower back and neck issues , I had a Massage with an RMT called Yee. She was able to ease all the stress and tension in my back and found Trigger points in my neck that she released , haven’t had pain or a headache since . Will be going back soon. I highly recommend Yee.
Andrew McMillan

Common Conditions and Injuries Successfully Managed With Acupuncture in Calgary NW

  • ​Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Inflammatory Conditions
  • Jaw Pain
  • Headaches
  • Migraines
  • Pain during Pregnancy
  • Neck Pain
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Arthritic pain
  • Acute Injuries
  • Chronic Injuries
  • Repetitive Strain Injuries
  • Low Energy
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Stress
  • Joint Pain
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Post Surgery
  • Post Fracture
  • Scar Tissue
  • Poor Muscle Patterning
  • Menstrual Cramps
  • Sleep Disruption
  • Mental issues
  • Chronic Pain Reduction

Will Acupuncture Help Me?

You may benefit from Market Mall Physio & Chiro if you suffer from any of the following issues:​

Acute or Chronic Injury

Do you have injuries that constantly become re-aggravated? Tired of trying the same treatments with no results? Does this prevent you from achieving your goals?

Widespread Inflammation

Muscles that constantly feel “tight”, or temporary relief with stretching or exercise, but no significant lasting changes or improvements.

Low Energy

Difficulty with improving your golf swing or sport technique? Dry Needling or IMS with an expert physiotherapist can improve your activity and help achieve your goals!

Headaches or Migraines

Do you have headaches or migraines that constantly become re-aggravated? Tired of trying the same treatments with no success? Does this prevent you from achieving your goals?

Low Back Pain

Do you have pain that constantly become re-aggravated? Tired of trying the same treatments with no results? Does this prevent you from achieving your goals?

Muscle Spasms and Pain

Do you have spasms and muscle pains that constantly become re-aggravated? Tired of trying the same treatments with no results? Does this prevent you from achieving your goals?

Online Treatment Also Available

Although Video Consultations aren’t a new service, it may be new to you. And you may have some concerns or questions that need to be answered before you start treatment. Consider our no charge video consult where you will get all of your questions answered by a registered physiotherapist.

5 Benefits with Acupuncture Treatment

By receiving an acupuncture treatment program from a registered physiotherapist, you will experience the following 5 acupuncture benefits to help you get closer to being pain free!​

Reduced Stress

Acupuncture is a highly effective treatment that can lower stress hormones, improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and improve your overall feelings of happiness and wellbeing.

Reduced Pain

In addition to addressing the Qi in your body, needling in physiotherapy can assist in reducing tension and pain in muscles that may producing body’s natural painkillers.

Immunity Boost

Specific points along your meridians and body can be unlocked to improve your flow of Qi using Acupuncture. In doing so, your body’s neurological, immune and endocrine systems are awakened (among others), thus improving the overall function of your body.

Improve Energy Flow

Unblocking points that restrict your Qi can have a huge effect on your body’s overall system. Your energy will increase as your body is now functioning at an optimal level. Acupuncture will allow your Qi to flow and improve the balance in your body and reduce pain for good.

Improve Movement

Similar to IMS and Dry Needling, Acupuncture can target muscles and help restore movement to the body. Muscle function can often be inhibited due to injury, illness, or lack of Qi. Use Acupuncture to get back to doing what you love!

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Our patients come from all across Calgary including:

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Frequently Asked Questions About Acupuncture Therapy

During your first physiotherapy visit, your registered physiotherapist will ask about During your first physiotherapy visit, your registered physiotherapist will ask about your health history. Then, he or she will examine your body and perform some additional physical tests depending on your individual health issues. Using these unique assessment tools, the physiotherapist will be able to recommend a proper treatment plan to address your particular condition.

To begin, you will lay comfortably on a treatment table while specific points are targeted based on your assessment. Most people feel no or minimal discomfort as the fine needles are gently placed in these targeted points to trigger your natural healing process. The needles can stay in your body between five and 30 minutes. These needles are sterile, one-time use and are made of stainless steel.

The frequency and number of treatments differ for each person and is also dependent on how complex their injury or condition is. Many people report that they experience dramatic relief in the first treatment. For complex or long-standing chronic medical conditions, one to two treatments per week for several weeks up to several months may be recommended. Usually acute problems, require fewer visits.

​Your registered physiotherapist will develop an individualized treatment plan that includes the expected number of treatments will be discussed during your initial visit.

During and or after treatments, many people report that they feel very relaxed. Some people often feel quite tired. The body has undergone significant changes and will need to rest to recuperate.

The goal is to regain balance in the system and your physiotherapist may also use additional tools to assist in your rehabilitation program.

  • Hands on manual therapy
  • Exercise to strengthen or release
  • Education​
  • Specific movement retraining
  • Posture retraining
  • Coaching for return to exercise
  • Strategies for pain or symptom management

Dry needling focuses on stimulating muscle tissue to release tension. Whereas, acupuncture uses mild stimulation and is based on channel theory. It uses points to heal the body. Both methods can provide the same benefits for your muscles.

Market Mall Physio & Chiro

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Clinic Hours:

Monday 8a.m. – 8p.m.
Tuesday 8a.m. – 8p.m.
Wednesday 8 a.m. – 8p.m.
Thursday 8a.m. – 8p.m.
Friday 7a.m. – 8p.m.
Saturday 9a.m. – 3p.m.
Sunday Closed

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