What is motor point acupuncture and why it could give you pain relief.

Written By Georgia Lloyd

Motor point needling is a specialised type of acupuncture that targets motor points within muscles. This method is primarily employed to alleviate musculoskeletal pain, enhance muscle performance, and address neuromuscular issues.

  • Motor points are precise locations where motor nerves enter muscles, and they respond well to stimulation. By delicately inserting tiny acupuncture needles into these points and applying a mild electrical stimulation, these points can be activated. Despite sounding intense, this technique is actually quite calming and soothing, especially for pain relief.

The objective is often to trigger a muscle twitch or contraction in specific muscles, indicating that the needle has reached the motor point and is stimulating the nerve-muscle connection. This process can help release the entire muscle and fascia, improving their flexibility and length.

In situations where pain persists, trigger points may be identified and treated for long-term relief.

Commonly Treated Conditions:

Motor point needling is frequently used to address various musculoskeletal issues, some conditions include:

  • General muscular tension

  • Muscular conditions such as jaw pain (TMJ), frozen shoulder, neck pain, shoulder injury, lower back etc.

  • Sports injuries and enhancing sports performance

  • Migraines

  • Nerve entrapments

  • Sciatica

To learn if motor point acupuncture might be beneficial for you, reach out here.

Georgia Lloyd
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