Acupuncture

If you struggle with ongoing stress, pain, or tissue damage and desire holistic solutions, see the experts at Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy in Cedar Grove, New Jersey. Frank Failla, DPT, Jason Sargis, LAc, and Christine Marcarian, LAc, offer acupuncture to stimulate natural healing without harsh medicines or other invasive treatments. Schedule an appointment at Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy by phone or online today.

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is an ancient holistic treatment that inserts tiny needles to enhance your body’s ability to heal. The Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy providers specialize in acupuncture and other all-natural remedies for musculoskeletal problems responsible for ongoing discomfort. 

What are the benefits of acupuncture?

The advantages of choosing acupuncture at Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy include:

• Lower risk of further tissue damage
• Improved energy flow 
• Better energy balance
• Reduced tension and stress
• Less pain
• Faster healing
• Improved quality of life

Acupuncture is an alternative to other pain-reducing solutions, and it’s extremely effective. The Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy specialists have many years of experience and they’re highly trained.

What is acupuncture used for?

Your provider may recommend acupuncture if you experience one or more of the following conditions:

• Arthritis
• Disability
• Muscle weakness
• Stiffness
• Reduced range of motion
• Stroke
• Neuromuscular problems
• Ongoing discomfort
• Sports injuries
• Post-surgery pain
• Ankle pain
• Shoulder discomfort
• Elbow pain
• Wrist pain
• Neck pain
• Back pain
• Hip pain
• Knee discomfort
• Headaches 
• Stress
• Tension
• Fertility challenges
• Women’s health

Even if you choose acupuncture to feel better overall, it’s perfectly safe and highly effective. Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy only uses FDA-approved, one-time-use, sterile needles.

Is acupuncture right for me?

Your Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy provider gets to know you by reviewing your medical history, treatment preferences, symptoms, lifestyle habits, and more. They complete a physical exam and may recommend  blood tests, nerve testing, imaging procedures, or additional diagnostic tests before personalizing your treatment plan.

What should I expect during acupuncture?

During acupuncture treatment, you rest on a comfortable exam table. Your specialist gently inserts very fine needles into certain areas of your body while you relax. They may manipulate the needles or apply electrical stimulation to enhance the pain-reducing results.

In addition to acupuncture, Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy offers the following options:

• Physical therapy
• Trigger point therapy 
• Dry needling
• Sports medicine acupuncture (TM) by certified sports medical acupuncturists
• Microneedling
• Facial rejuvenation 
• Craniosacral therapy
• Tui Na massage
• Scalp acupuncture
• Sports massage
• Neural manipulation
• Myofascial release
• Lymphatic massage
• Deep tissue massage 
• Neuromuscular reeducation 
• Celluma LED light therapy 
• Charlotte's Web™ CBD
• Cupping

Acupuncture treatments usually last 20-60 minutes. The Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy team tailors each treatment based on what’s best for you. 

You might undergo acupuncture once or twice weekly or on an as-needed basis. Call the Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy office any time with questions.

Schedule an acupuncture evaluation at Total Acupuncture and Physical Therapy by phone or online today.