Acupuncture (Neurofunctional)

Acupuncture is a safe and effective form of treatment that involves the insertion of sterile, single-use, fine gauge needles into specific points on the body.  Needles are inserted through the skin, into the underlying muscle and tissues.  Acupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins, the body’s natural pain-relieving and feel-good neurohormones, to encourage healing. Therapeutic effects include: pain relief, reduced inflammation, increased energy, improved mood, decreased stress, and increased circulation to improve body function, overall health and vitality.  Studies have shown that acupuncture is an effective treatment for a variety of conditions, including acute and chronic pain (due to injury, arthritis), headaches, menstrual cramps, digestive complaints, stress and anxiety, insomnia, hormonal imbalances (including improved outcomes of fertility treatments and managing menopausal symptoms).


Available Acupuncturists

 

Dr Mark Tran, BSc (Hons), DC

Chiropractic Doctor
Acupuncture provider

Dr. Tran graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo in 2009 and earned a Doctor of Chiropractic degree at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2014.  Mark has continued his education becoming a certified Acupuncture Provider through the Clinical Acupuncture program by the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College/Acupuncture Council of Ontario and a certified Active Release Techniques (ART)® Provider


Dr. Shelley Gibbs, BSc (Hons), ND

Naturopathic Doctor
Acupuncture Provider

Shelley is a licensed naturopathic doctor dedicated to improving the health & vitality of her patients. She is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and the University of Waterloo (BSc (Hon) in Health Studies). She is happy to provide fertility and acupuncture support to patients undergoing ART (assisted reproductive therapies), and those seeking alternative or complementary fertility care. Shelley has advanced training in acupuncture fertility support and thyroid health care.