Classical Acupuncture Winnipeg
Classical Acupuncture at Revolution Rehab offers a thoughtful, whole-person approach to care. Treatment focuses on supporting the body’s natural healing processes, addressing physical symptoms while considering stress, recovery, and overall balance.
This approach can be a valuable complement to musculoskeletal care, chronic pain management, and periods of physical or emotional strain.
The Benefits of Classical Acupuncture
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Care That Looks Beyond Symptoms
Classical Acupuncture takes a whole-person approach to care. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, treatment considers underlying patterns that may contribute to pain, tension, or imbalance. This can support improved comfort, function, energy levels, and overall well-being.
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Efficient and Focused Treatment
Classical Acupuncture is often delivered with fewer needles and fewer sessions compared to more generalized acupuncture approaches. Treatment is intentional and targeted, allowing care to be efficient while remaining thoughtful and individualized.
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Supporting the Body’s Natural Healing Processes
By working with the body’s internal systems, Classical Acupuncture aims to support circulation, reduce inflammation, and encourage tissue healing. Treatment can also help regulate stress responses and support recovery during periods of physical or emotional strain.
What We Treat
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Dysmenorrhea (painful periods), Amenorrhea (absence of periods), Irregular periods, Heavy periods (menorrhagia), Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), Hot flashes, Night sweats, Mood swings, Sleep disturbances, Endometriosis, and more.
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Erectile Dysfunction, Low Libido, Male Infertility (improving sperm quality, motility, and production), Prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate), Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) - enlarged prostate, Urinary frequency and urgency, Urinary retention, Incontinence, and more.
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Fatigue caused by:
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) / Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), Fibromyalgia, Autoimmune Diseases (e.g., Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Multiple Sclerosis), Cancer and Cancer Treatment, Endocrine Disorders (e.g., Hypothyroidism, Adrenal Fatigue), Mental Health Disorders (e.g., Depression, Anxiety), Long COVID, Digestive Disorders (e.g., Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)), Anemia, Sleep Disorders (e.g., Insomnia), and more. -
Chronic pain (back pain, neck pain, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia), Headaches and migraines, Sciatica, Post-operative pain, Dental pain, Myofascial pain, and more.
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Arthritis and joint stiffness, Muscle spasms and cramping, Carpal tunnel syndrome, Tennis elbow, Frozen shoulder, Sports injuries, and more.
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Anxiety Disorders (Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety), Depression, Stress-Related Disorders, Insomnia (often linked to emotional imbalances), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) (as a complementary therapy), Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), Perimenopause and Menopause (for mood changes), Grief and Loss, Adjustment Disorders, and more.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Indigestion, Constipation, Diarrhea, Bloating and Abdominal Distension, Acid Reflux (GERD), Gastritis, Loss of Appetite, Poor Nutrient Absorption, and more.
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Allergies, Asthma, Sinusitis, and more.
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High Blood Pressure cause by:
Primary Hypertension, Secondary Hypertension (managing associated imbalances), Stress-Related Hypertension, Anxiety-Related Hypertension, Metabolic Syndrome (managing related imbalances contributing to hypertension), Sleep Apnea (managing related imbalances), and more. -
Fertility: Infertility (supporting natural conception and assisted reproductive technologies like IVF).
Pregnancy: Morning sickness, Back pain and pelvic pain, Fatigue, Labor induction (in some cases, under appropriate circumstances).
Postpartum: Postpartum depression, Lactation issues, Postpartum pain.
We’re With You Every Step
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Discovery Call
We begin with a brief conversation to understand your concerns, goals, and whether Classical Acupuncture is an appropriate fit. If so, we’ll help you book with our Acupuncturist.
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Initial Assessment
Your first appointment includes a traditional-style assessment. This allows your Acupuncturist to gather relevant information and develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
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Treatment Sessions
During treatment, your Acupuncturist remains with you, monitoring your response and adjusting techniques as needed. Care is attentive, unrushed, and responsive throughout the session.
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Ongoing Care and Completion
Many people find that Classical Acupuncture is most effective over a short course of care, often spanning several sessions. Your progress is reviewed along the way, and care is adjusted or concluded when appropriate. Our team remains available if future support is needed.
Our Classical Acupuncture Services
Our Acupuncturists Work With
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Chronic Pain
Individuals looking to manage back pain, neck pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, and headaches.
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Mental Health Support
People experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression who are seeking natural approaches to mental and emotional well-being.
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Women's Health
Support for women's health, including menstrual problems, fertility challenges, pregnancy discomforts, and menopausal symptoms.
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Musculoskeletal Pain
Those experiencing back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, and other muscle or joint discomfort.
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Men's Health
Men seeking support for men's health issues such as, low libido, prostate issues, and urinary problems.
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Athletes
For sports injury recovery, pain management, and performance enhancement.
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Injury Recovery
Those recovering from injuries, such as sprains, strains, and post-surgery rehabilitation.
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Cancer Patients
With doctor clearance, Classical Acupuncture can act as a support to help manage pain, fatigue, and anxiety associated with treatment.
Classical Acupuncture Sessions
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New Client
40 - 60 Minutes
The session includes a TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) assessment based on client history, manual evaluation (such as pulse diagnosis, tongue diagnosis, and palpation), a treatment plan, client education, and an acupuncture treatment.$110.00
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Returning Client
30 - 45 Minutes
Follow-up acupuncture sessions aim to continue to enhance and balance blood flow and Qi energy to encourage healing. Treatments are adjusted in real time to consider the whole person in their healing journey.$85.00
FAQs on
Acupuncture
in Winnipeg
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Many private insurance plans cover Acupuncture. Each plan is different and we recommend checking with your insurer to clearly understand your coverage and any additional requirements such as a doctor’s prescription.
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Revolution direct bills for many insurance providers listed here. For providers not listed, you would pay for the services at the clinic and submit your receipt. It usually takes 1-3 business days to be reimbursed from your insurance company.
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Everyone's experience is different; some methods might cause a few seconds of discomfort, particularly in areas of increased tension. Talk to your therapist about what you’re feeling so they can adjust their technique accordingly.
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While both focus on balance of blood flow and Qi:
Classical Acupuncture focuses on the connection between emotions and the body, working to balance the spirit and tackle the emotional causes of physical health issues.
Traditional Acupuncture (TCM) looks at how emotions affect the body by examining organ and meridian imbalances. Treatment aims to balance Qi and blood flow in these systems.
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At this time, Acupuncture is not covered by MB Health.
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Classical acupuncture is a very adaptive form of treatment. Your practitioner is in the room with you the entire time and will reassess using your radial (wrist) pulse.
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