It is a gentle holistic therapy that uses very fine, sterile needles placed in specific points of the body to encourage healing. these points lie along pathways called meridians, which are connected to your organs, muscles, and nervous system.

Acupuncture comes from Traditional chinese medicine, a medical system that has been practiced for thousands of years. its philosophy is based on a few key ideas.

1. Qi (Pronounced “chee”)

2. balance between Yin and Yang

3. The Meridian system

Acupuncture is one of the oldest healing practices in the world, originating in China more than 2,000 years ago. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it was developed from careful observation of how the body moves, heals, and responds to the natural world. Early practitioners discovered that stimulating specific points on the body could influence pain, organ function, and overall balance. Over centuries, acupuncture evolved into a refined, evidence-informed system of medicine that is now practiced worldwide for its gentle, effective approach to healing.

Acupuncture is generally a very gentle treatment. Most people feel little to no pain—often just a light tap or a quick, mild sensation as the needle is placed. The needles are extremely thin, much finer than those used for injections, and once they’re in, many clients feel relaxed, warm, or even sleepy. Acupuncture should never feel sharp or uncomfortable; it’s designed to calm the body, not stress it. If anything feels off, we simply adjust to keep you comfortable throughout your treatment.

Many people access acupuncture and massage through their private “extended health care” or employer benefit plans. If you have a private plan, acupuncture may be covered (either fully or partially) depending on your insurer and their terms.

If you’d like — You can check Calgary/Alberta regional benefit plans and list which insurers are most commonly covering acupuncture/massage and/or you can contact your insurance provider and they can notify you of your coverage.

Orthopedic massage is a targeted, therapeutic approach that focuses on correcting pain and dysfunction in the muscles, joints, and soft tissues. Using specific assessment techniques and precise hands-on work, it helps identify and treat the root cause of discomfort—whether from injury, posture, overuse, or chronic tension. This style of massage aims to restore proper movement, reduce pain, and improve overall function, making it ideal for people dealing with persistent or activity-related issues.

This combined treatment gives you the best of both therapies in one session. We begin with acupuncture to calm the nervous system, reduce pain, and prepare the body for deeper relaxation. Once the needles are removed, the session transitions into a focused massage designed to release muscle tension, improve mobility, and support the areas addressed with acupuncture.

Together, the two therapies work in harmony—helping you feel balanced, relaxed, and supported from both the inside and out. As for billing we will provide you with a receipt that clearly outlines both acupuncture and massage for insurance purposes.