Improve Performance and Recovery

What is Sports Acupuncture?

Sports Acupuncture is an advanced integrative treatment that blends traditional acupuncture with modern sports medicine principles. It’s designed to address pain, optimize physical performance, and accelerate recovery by targeting the musculoskeletal system directly.

This evidence-based therapy utilizes techniques such as motor point stimulation, trigger point release, and electro-acupuncture to restore function and relieve pain.

Our Approach

What to Expect During Your Session

Each session starts with a detailed assessment to understand your physical patterns and pain sources. Your personalized treatment may include:

Muscle testing to identify weak or overactive areas

Electro-acupuncture for enhanced muscle stimulation and pain relief

Cupping therapy to increase circulation and release fascial tension

Gua Sha (myofascial scraping) to break down adhesions and improve mobility. Treatment is always aligned with your movement goals and comfort level.

Our Team

Meet Your Sports Acupuncture Practitioners

Gavin Larsen

Acupuncture & TCM

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Common Questions

FAQs: Sports Acupuncture

Sports Acupuncture specifically targets muscle activation and mobility using techniques like motor point needling and electro-acupuncture. It’s more hands-on and often includes cupping or scraping, making it ideal for athletic or functional recovery.

Most people notice improvements within 3–6 sessions, though results vary based on the condition and severity. Chronic issues may require ongoing support to retrain movement patterns and resolve imbalances.

Yes—many people find they move better post-treatment. Light to moderate activity is often encouraged, especially if pain has been reduced. Your practitioner will guide you based on your treatment goals and response.