The Dynamic Duo: Why We Pair Manual Therapy with Neurofunctional Acupuncture
Updated: Aug 13
At Heal Health and Performance, Holly Zita, RMT offers Neurofunctional Acupuncture combined with targeted muscle treatment for people dealing with pain, tension, injuries, and movement concerns.
What Is Neurofunctional Acupuncture?
Unlike traditional acupuncture, which is based on concepts such as meridians, Neurofunctional Acupuncture takes a Western medical approach, with a focus on the nervous and musculoskeletal systems.
Fine needles are placed at specific points based on your symptoms and assessment. Gentle electrical stimulation may also be applied to the needles to stimulate targeted nerves and muscles.
Neurofunctional acupuncture may be used to help:
Manage Pain: Stimulating the nervous system can influence how pain signals are processed.
Address Muscle Tension: Specific muscles and areas of tension can be targeted during treatment.
Improve Function: Treatment can be used alongside movement and rehabilitation strategies to help improve how an area is functioning.
Adding Targeted Muscle Treatment
Holly may also incorporate hands-on muscle techniques into the appointment to address areas of tension, tenderness, or restricted movement.
Combining the two approaches allows her to work with both the nervous system and the surrounding muscles and soft tissues based on what she finds during your assessment.
What Can It Help With?
Neurofunctional acupuncture can be used as part of treatment for a range of musculoskeletal concerns, including neck and back pain, headaches, shoulder pain, sports injuries, nerve pain, muscle tension, and persistent or recurring pain.
What About Insurance?
Holly provides neurofunctional acupuncture within her scope as a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), so these appointments are billed as Massage Therapy.
Is It Right for You?
You don't need to know whether neurofunctional acupuncture is the right treatment before coming in. Holly will assess what's going on, talk through your symptoms and goals, and determine whether neurofunctional acupuncture, muscle treatment, or a combination of the two makes sense for you.
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