What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese-based approach to treating a variety of health conditions. It works by triggering different points on the skin with small, one-time use, stainless steel micro-filament needles. It is based on the idea that a blockage, or disturbance, in the body’s flow of Qi (pronounced as “chee”) can cause heath issues.
Dr. Chester Dickerson, Superior Spine Care’s Licensed Acupuncturist, Therapist, inserts thin needles at specific points to help with pain relief and restore proper energy flow.
Auricular Acupuncture
Auricular (auricle/ear) acupuncture is considered a modern approach when compared to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture. Auricular therapy stimulates points on the outer ear, as opposed to those on the body. In 1957, Paul Nogier, the father of auriculotherapy, mapped out the entire body using the surface of the outer ear. In 1980, the World Health Organization and the Republic of China accepted the mapped out ear as standard auricular therapy. It is believed that being close to the nervous system (brain), the effects are quicker and longer lasting.
Battlefield Acupuncture (BFA)
BFA was designed by the United States Air Force specifically to treat phantom pain. After conducting a large study, the conclusion was that this protocol can treat any form of pain. It is the gold standard of treatment used in VA hospitals across the country and is taught in every military hospital for pain management. This helps reduce the need for pain medications, such as opioids. Patients receiving this modality will generally have a significant decrease in pain at their first visit. The protocol is known for increasing the body’s natural pain endorphins which help relieve pain. The needles used are very small and are left in the ear for a few days for ongoing effect.
Dr. Chester Dickerson: Licensed Acupuncturist
Watch the video to see Dr. Chester Dickerson answer common questions about the practice and how it’s used at Superior Spine Care to relieve pain, restore function, and support whole-body wellness. In this short video, Dr. Dickerson explains how these methods works, what conditions it can help with, and why he chooses to focus on on auricular (ear) acupuncture to deliver fast, effective results.
Whether you’re curious about seeing an acupuncturist for help with chronic pain, anxiety, stress, or general balance, this video breaks it down in a simple and approachable way. If you're considering trying acupuncture but want to know what to expect, this is a great place to start.
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HEALTH SERVICES AT SUPERIOR SPINE CARE:
CHIROPRACTIC
As a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Neil Wensink has years of training and experience in spinal adjustments and manipulation and provides advanced spinal correction combining state of the art chiropractic techniques with traditional tried and true methods. Never in the history of chiropractic have we been able to provide the level of help and expertise that now exists. These newer correction methods are more effective and more comfortable than ever before.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage therapy aids in patients’ rehabilitation by focusing on manipulating and realigning the deepest layer of muscles and connective tissue. It is the most beneficial therapy to release chronic muscle spasms. At Superior Spine Care we provide specific massage and muscular therapy tailored to meet the patient’s condition and injury. The benefits of massage therapy include increased blood circulation, reduced swelling, relaxed muscles and pain relief.
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Physical Therapy is the treatment or management of physical disability, movement, malfunction, or pain, without the use of medicine or surgery. With many years of experience and continuing education, Chrissy employs a variety of different physical therapy modalities to personalize your treatment program with a specialty in using Myofascial Release Technique to help alleviate acute and chronic pain.
ACUPUNCTURE
An ancient Chinese-based approach to treating a variety of health conditions. It works by triggering different points on the skin with small, one-time use, stainless steel micro-filament needles. It is based on the idea that a blockage, or disturbance, in the body’s flow of Qi (pronounced as “chee”) can cause heath issues. Dr. Chester Dickerson, Superior Spine Care’s Licensed Acupuncturist, Therapist, inserts thin needles at specific points to help with pain relief and restore proper energy flow.
