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Active Lifestyle, Sports Injuries

Couple joggingAn active lifestyle can lead to injuries that range from simple bruising and swelling to joint sprains, muscle strains, tendonitis or even bone injuries. The acupuncture system called the Tendinomuscular Meridian Subsystem is located on the surface of the body and works to activate the healing process to repair injured tissues and decrease discomfort and swelling.

The best results from this acupuncture treatment occur when the treatment is performed within 12 to 24 hours of the injury, but dramatic results still can occur when the treatment is performed after 2 to 3 days. This treatment can be initiated up to 2 weeks from the injury to treat the inflammatory response and increase the soft tissue repair.