Acupuncture
At FLOW, acupuncture isn’t one-size-fits-all. We offer multiple approaches, including neurofunctional / contemporary medical acupuncture, functional dry needling, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture. Whether you’re looking to reduce pain, release muscle tension, support recovery, or improve overall well-being, we’ll guide you toward the approach that best fits your body and your needs.
At FLOW, neurofunctional acupuncture rarely works alone. It integrates with physiotherapy, chiropractic care, and exercise rehabilitation as part of a coordinated strategy built around your goals.
What To Expect:
Every session is one-on-one and fully personalized. Treatment is designed to work alongside your training schedule and rehabilitation program. Many patients notice improvements in pain and mobility within a few sessions, though lasting results typically come as part of a broader plan.
Neurofunctional Acupuncture can help with:
Sports injuries and overuse conditions
Back, neck, and joint pain
Nerve pain and dysfunction
Inflammation and movement restrictions
Neurofunctional / Contemporary Medical Acupuncture
Certified Providers: Dr. Cristina Leonardelli, Dr. Remi Pearl, Dr. Andrea Guidolin & Allyson Moore
Contemporary medical acupuncture, also known as neurofunctional acupuncture, uses fine needles to directly stimulate the nervous system, driving measurable changes in how your body manages pain, tension, and recovery. This is a modern, evidence-based approach grounded in anatomy and neurophysiology.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
Certified Providers: Dr. Andrea Guidolin
TCM acupuncture is a therapeutic approach within Traditional Chinese Medicine that looks beyond isolated symptoms to understand how the body functions as a whole. Rooted in centuries of clinical practice, it works to restore balance across interconnected systems, addressing not just what hurts, but what may be driving it.
Fine needles are placed along specific acupuncture points to regulate the flow of Qi (energy), support internal organ systems, and promote overall well-being. Depending on your presentation, treatment may also incorporate electrical stimulation or auricular (ear) acupuncture and acupressure.
What To Expect:
Each session is tailored to your individual presentation, taking into account your symptoms, lifestyle, and health history. Treatments are designed to be calming and restorative, helping to regulate the nervous system alongside addressing your specific concerns. TCM acupuncture is often integrated with chiropractic as part of a broader care plan.
TCM Acupuncture can help with:
Stress, tension, and anxiety
Headaches and migraines
TMJ dysfunction and vertigo
Nerve pain and swelling
Acute and chronic pain conditions
Functional Dry Needling
Certified Providers: Dr. Andrea Guidolin & Allyson Moore
Dry needling is a precise, evidence-based technique focused on releasing tight or overactive muscles. Fine needles are inserted directly into trigger points within the muscle tissue to reduce tension, improve local blood flow, and reset communication between the muscle and nervous system.
Unlike acupuncture, which works through broader physiological and energetic mechanisms, dry needling is specifically muscle-focused. It works best as part of a broader plan that includes manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation.
What To Expect:
Many patients experience immediate or short-term improvements in pain and mobility following treatment. Dry needling is particularly effective for athletes and active individuals dealing with muscle tightness, overuse, or performance limitations. It is always paired with movement-based rehabilitation to create lasting results.
Dry Needling can help with:
Muscle tightness and trigger points
Neck, back, and shoulder pain
Hip and lower body dysfunction
Reduced mobility and stiffness
Sports and overuse injuries
A note on insurance
Our goal is to help you feel better, move better & live better.
Reduce tension & relieve pain
Support long-term performance & recovery
Restore balance & improve well-being
Reduce inflammation & support healing
Improve mobility & movement quality
Restore normal muscle function
Recover faster, train harder
Return to your performance level
Not sure where to start?
That’s completely normal. Acupuncture means different things to different people, and choosing between three approaches can feel overwhelming if you’re not sure what you’re looking for.
A good starting point is your end goal. Are you trying to get relieve pain, recover from an injury, reduce stress, or simply feel better in your body? Once we understand where you want to get to, we can point you in the right direction.
Our practitioners are happy to guide you through the options and help you find the approach and the person that fits. A discovery consultation is a great first step if you want to talk through your situation before committing to a treatment plan. There is no pressure and no obligation.