Tag: IMS

Acupuncture vs. IMS – What’s the difference?

Acupuncture, Intramuscular stimulation (IMS), dry needling…what’s the difference? It can all be very confusing. Acupuncture is defended as a system that involves inserting needles into the body at various locations. IMS can also be called dry needling and uses acupuncture needles to treat pain.   Who came first? Intramuscular Stimulation

Don’t fear Acupuncture is HERE!

Acupuncture

One of the biggest obstacles in deciding whether or not to try acupuncture is the fear of needles. Many of us have had a bad, painful or negative experience with Western medical needles such as vaccines or blood test. If you have a fear of needles and think that acupuncture

4 Signs You Need Some Acupuncture This Spring

While back East is in deep freeze, Squamish and the sea to sky feel like it’s in full swing of spring.  The Cherry trees are in full bloom.  We are all outdoors enjoying the sunshine.  For some of us however the spring means allergy season is not far off.  For