Acupuncture and its many modalities address the fascia of the body that is no longer functioning optimally and hindering movement and performance. Fascia is a three-dimensional webbing throughout the entire body which creates stability to the structure, protects the body from injury and protects injuries while healing. It’s normally supple, stretchy and flexible, allowing it to slide around the muscles and joints, but when fascia gets stiff and sticky, the body experiences areas of sensitivity and tightness, a reduced range of motion and chronic pain.

An acupuncture physician generally works with an athlete after some type of injury to get them back on the court, golf course, to the gym, etc. The result is often that an athlete’s performance is increased with greater mobility after injury. Lack of movement or hindered movement means hindered performance.

The problem is generally not where the pain is felt, therefore, a thorough postural assessment is necessary to get to the root or causative factor. A good acupuncture physician gives the client homework to enhance the healing process, creates more of a team effort and educates athletes about self-care. Athletes frequently push their bodies to the limit, therefore the importance of regular visits is emphasized to make sure things get on track and stay on track.