Acupuncture for Back Pain: A Proven Path to Relief
Back pain is one of the most common clinical conditions seen in acupuncture practices—and it’s one we treat with consistent success at Acupuncture Connecticut. Whether the pain is along the spine, on the vertebrae, or radiating down a limb, acupuncture offers a safe, effective alternative to medication or surgery.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), back pain presents in several unique patterns. Below are the most frequent types we treat in our clinic:
Common Back Pain Patterns Treated with Acupuncture
1. Deficiency-Type Back Pain
Symptoms:
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General fatigue
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Pain that improves with heat or pressure
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Cold sensitivity
This type of back pain often reflects an underlying energy (Qi) deficiency and responds well to warming and tonifying acupuncture treatments.
2. Traumatic Injury Back Pain
Symptoms:
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Sharp, stabbing pain at a specific location
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Pain worsens with pressure and doesn’t improve with heat
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May disturb sleep and lead to fatigue or depression
Acupuncture combined with electrical stimulation often provides targeted pain relief and speeds recovery.
3. Radiating Back Pain
Symptoms:
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Pain that travels down one or both legs
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Alternates between legs or reaches into the groin area
This pattern may suggest sciatic involvement or nerve compression and is commonly addressed using distal acupuncture points.
4. Hormone-Related Back Pain
Symptoms:
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Lower back aching, often paired with insomnia or depression
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Warm or tingling sensations in the hands and feet
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Hot flashes and night sweats
Hormonal fluctuations—especially during menopause—can cause or worsen back discomfort. Acupuncture helps regulate internal balance and ease these symptoms.
Evidence-Based, Patient-Focused Care
We take pride in offering evidence-based acupuncture to address both the root cause and symptoms of back pain. Our goal is not just to relieve pain but to help you feel stronger and more functional long term.
Book Your Back Pain Relief Session
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To schedule an appointment, feel free to call our answering service or use our convenient online scheduling system. You can also complete your new patient intake form and submit your insurance information directly through our online portal.
Thank you for choosing Acupuncture Connecticut! We’re honored to serve the communities of Orange, Milford, West Haven, New Haven, Stratford, Bridgeport, Fairfield, and nearby areas throughout Connecticut. We’re also proud to accept Husky Health Plans.
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