Headaches and migraines can be exhausting — affecting your work, mood, sleep, and daily function. If you’re tired of relying on painkillers for temporary relief, acupuncture offers a natural, evidence-based solution to help you finally break the cycle.
At Reset Chiropractic & Rehab in Pond Mills, South London, and across London, Ontario, we combine acupuncture, chiropractic care, and rehabilitation to reduce pain, calm irritated nerves, and address the root cause of your headaches or migraines — not just the symptoms.
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What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a modern, research-supported form of acupuncture that targets the muscles, nerves, and connective tissues involved in pain. Using fine, sterile needles, the treatment stimulates the nervous system and helps:
- Reduce muscle tension and spasm
- Improve circulation to oxygen-starved tissues
- Decrease inflammation
- Release endorphins (your body’s natural pain-relievers)
- Calm irritated nerves that trigger headaches and migraines¹²
This approach pairs seamlessly with complementary treatments offered in-clinic such as chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage therapy, and TMJ therapy, giving you a complete solution — not a temporary patch.
Why Headaches Happen
Many headaches do not originate in the head itself. They are commonly referred pain from:
- Neck and shoulder muscle tension (suboccipitals, upper traps, SCM, levator scapulae)
- Poor posture from desk work or phone use
- TMJ dysfunction (clenching and grinding)
- Previous injuries or whiplash
- Stress, fatigue, and muscle guarding
- Oversensitized nerves at the base of the skull
These muscular and neurological triggers can cause:
- Tension headaches
- Cervicogenic headaches (neck-origin)
- TMJ-related headaches
- Migraine-like symptoms
Acupuncture helps disrupt this pattern and stop the musculoskeletal-neurological loop that keeps your pain recurring.
How Acupuncture Reduces Headache Pain
Acupuncture helps restore balance between muscles and the nervous system. It works by:
1. Releasing Tight Muscles
Needles deactivate trigger points and relax shortened muscle fibres, easing pressure on nerves.
2. Improving Blood Flow
Micro-stimulation increases oxygen and nutrient delivery while flushing out inflammatory chemicals.
3. Calming the Nervous System
Acupuncture reduces sympathetic “fight or flight” activity and promotes parasympathetic “rest and recover” function.
4. Providing Natural Pain Relief
Your body releases endorphins and serotonin, decreasing pain sensitivity.
Most patients notice relief within 3-6 sessions, especially when combined with chiropractic, physiotherapy, and corrective exercises.
Acupuncture for Migraines
Migraines involve changes in nerves, blood vessels, and brain chemistry — not just muscle tension. Clinical research shows acupuncture can:
- Reduce the intensity and frequency of migraine episodes
- Improve vascular regulation
- Calm overstimulated pain pathways
- Reduce reliance on medication over time
If you experience throbbing pain, light/sound sensitivity, visual disturbances, or nausea, acupuncture can be a powerful part of your management plan.
Our Integrated Approach (Why Our System Works Better)
At Reset Chiropractic & Rehab, your treatment plan may include a combination of:
- Chiropractic adjustments (restore joint motion and reduce nerve irritation)
- Physiotherapy (posture correction + muscle retraining)
- Massage Therapy (myofascial release and relaxation)
- TMJ treatment (when jaw dysfunction is involved)
- Acupuncture for neurological and muscular change
This multi-modal approach helps you get faster relief and longer-lasting results.
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What to Expect:
Assessment: Posture, mobility, muscle tension, trigger points, and lifestyle factors
Treatment: 10-20 minute acupuncture session using sterile single-use needles
Sensation: Mild pressure, dull ache, or small twitch is normal and therapeutic
After-effect: Relaxation and reduced pain; mild soreness for a few hours is possible
Who Can Benefit?
You’re a good candidate if you have:
- Tension headaches
- Cervicogenic headaches
- TMJ-related headaches
- Chronic migraines
- Postural strain headaches
- Screen-time or desk-related pain
If you’re unsure, we’ll assess your case and tell you honestly if acupuncture is appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — it is extremely safe when performed by trained professionals using sterile, single-use needles.
Most patients feel little to no discomfort — many find it relaxing.
How many sessions will I need?
Acute cases: 3-6 visits. Chronic cases: 6-10+ with periodic maintenance if needed.
Can I combine acupuncture with other treatments?
Absolutely — results are often faster when paired with bold chiropractic, bold physiotherapy, or bold massage therapy.
Most extended health plans in Ontario cover acupuncture when provided by a chiropractor or physiotherapist. We offer direct billing.
Why Choose Reset Chiropractic & Rehab
- Advanced training in acupuncture and manual therapy
- Friendly, patient-centered environment
- Evidence-based clinical approach
- Convenient Pond Mills location serving South London and greater London, ON
- Direct billing available
- Evening and weekend appointments