How Acupuncture Fits In With Your Doctor & PT
Hi!
I wanted to chat today about how acupuncture fits into your health team. We've got so many options for care in our corner like our doctor, physical therapist, chiropractor, massage therapist. The list goes on and on. How do you choose who to see as each brings something special to the table?
How I like to think about it is your doc can be your primary coach, prescribing meds and guiding you through health decisions and for a lot of us is the first point of contact. Then there's your physical therapists. They're like the personal trainers getting you back on your feet with exercises and stretches after an injury. And massage therapists? They're the cool-down experts, working out those muscle kinks after a tough workout. They all do so much more but those are some of the basics.
Then there's acupuncture, like your personal wellness assistant working with you side by side for an hour when you come in. While your doctor uses prescriptions, your physical therapist focuses on movements, acupuncture dives deeper, addressing the body's intricate network. It's not just about temporary relief; it's about re-teaching the body how to heal naturally that brings lasting change.
By promoting blood flow, acupuncture nudges muscles and joints to work and heal as they should by easing the spots that can cause you grief. It's like sending out a reminder to your body to reset and rejuvenate, paving the way for you to come back from that injury you're dealing with by just lying down on the table and letting the needles do their thing.
Working with me as your acupuncturist is all about taking a team approach and complimenting your other healthcare providers. Sometimes adding in one more player can make all the difference you've been looking for. I'm happy to chat and see if it'd be the right fit. Schedule a time with me here.
Chat with you soon,
Mike Cohen
Acupuncture Athlete