Acupuncture for Neuropathy, Tremors & MS

Clearing the road for your nerves

Think of your nerves as highways carrying signals through the body. When a nerve is compressed, injured or undernourished, it is like a roadblock: signals slow down, and you may feel pain, tingling, numbness, weakness or twitching.

Acupuncture works to ease what is crowding the nerve, such as tight, spasming muscles or built-up fluid, and to encourage healthy circulation to the area, giving the nerve space and support to recover. Like other tissues in the body, nerves can heal.  It is our goal to make space for the healing to happen.

People come to us for support with

• Peripheral neuropathy: tingling, burning or numbness in the hands and feet
• Bell's palsy and facial paralysis
• Eye and facial twitches
• Sciatica and other nerve pain
• Tremors, including essential tremor
• Multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms such as fatigue, pain, stiffness and tingling
• Weakness or reduced movement in a limb
• Neuropathy after chemotherapy

Tremors and MS

For tremors and for multiple sclerosis, acupuncture is used as supportive care. It aims to help with symptoms such as muscle tension and spasms, pain, fatigue, sleep and stress, so you can feel more comfortable day to day. It does not replace the care of your neurologist, and we are happy to work alongside your medical team.

What treatment may include

Along with acupuncture, Delphine may use acupressure or moxibustion to support the area. Nerve conditions often benefit from a team approach, so we are happy to work alongside your physician, neurologist, physiotherapist or other practitioners.

Frequently asked questions

Should I see a doctor first?

Yes. New numbness, weakness, facial drooping or changes in movement need prompt medical assessment. Sudden facial drooping, especially with arm weakness or slurred speech, is an emergency: call 911. Acupuncture is best used once you have a diagnosis, alongside your medical care.

How many sessions will I need?

It depends on the cause and how long symptoms have been present. Nerve recovery is usually gradual, so a series of treatments is typically recommended. Your practitioner will suggest a plan after your first visit.