Acupuncture

Acupuncture involves inserting thin needles into specific places on the body called acupoints. Only disposable sterile acupuncture needles are used. It is used mostly for treatment of acute and chronic pain, muscle spasm, tenderness and headaches. Each acupoint lies within the skin and muscle region and is related to the location of pain. The needles may be stimulated by hand or electrical stimulation, or heated locally. there often is a dull ache or sensation of heaviness (referred to as 'chi') with needle manipulation, but the entire procedure is relatively painless.  Acupuncture works by stimulating the body's neuroendocrine system to produce its own natural pain relieveing chemicals called "Endorphin". Endorphins help the body to heal itself and are excreted by the brain into the circulatory system.  At River Park South Chiropractic Center, acupuncture services are performed by Dr. Audrey Toth, D.C., C.A.F.C.I.  The 'C.A.F.C.I.' indicates that she has fulfilled the necessary requirements to become a certified member of the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada institute, recognized by the Manitoba Chiropractors' Association.  She is pleased to provide this helpful service to our patients by appointment only as an alternative modality for pain relief and restoration of normal function.  For more information on our acupuncture services, please contact our office