02/19/2026
Did you know that Acupuncture can be used in an Orthopedic capacity, specifically to help reduce muscle and connective tissue (fascia) tension to decrease pain, increase circulation, and support healing?
Orthopedic acupuncture sessions are tailored to the patient’s injury and typically involve a mix of dry needling (inserting needles directly into the affected muscles or trigger points), standard acupuncture techniques, and complementary modalities like cupping, GuaSha, electric stimulation, infrared, and more. The needles used in orthopedic acupuncture are thicker and stronger than those used in regular acupuncture, and are inserted deeper into the muscles and tissues.
What are some conditions dry needling is used for?
☯ Muscle spasms and cramps
☯ Sprains and strains
☯ Tension headaches
☯ Low back and neck pain
☯ Tennis elbow
☯ Achilles tendonitis
☯ Plantar fasciitis
☯ Gluteal tendinopathy
☯ Shin splints
Our Acupuncturist, Zoë Fallian, is trained in Orthopedic Acupuncture and offers sessions at both of our locations. If you are interested in scheduling with Zoë, you can contact our Pearl District location at (503) 719-5335 or our Lake Oswego location at (971) 330-8578.
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