Acupuncture in Berlin
Gentle treatment for muscle tension and joint pain
- TCM acupuncture for selected pain conditions
- Use of fine needles at defined acupuncture points
- Treatment as part of conservative orthopedics and pain therapy
Acupuncture is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM for short. Very fine needles are placed at specific points on the body. According to traditional understanding, these acupuncture points lie on so-called meridians through which the life energy Qi flows.
Many patients seek acupuncture because they want a complementary treatment for pain. At MVZ VITALIS in Berlin-Buckow, we use acupuncture as part of conservative orthopedics and pain therapy, for example for back pain, chronic conditions, muscle tension or selected joint pain.
Targeted stimulation of acupuncture points
During acupuncture treatment, thin needles are placed at defined points on the body. Which points are treated depends on the symptoms, the painful area and the physician's assessment.
Before the first treatment, we therefore clarify which symptoms you have, how long they have been present and whether further examinations are necessary. Acupuncture can be a useful complement once the cause of the symptoms has been identified and conservative therapy is an option.
From a medical point of view, acupuncture is thought to influence pain processing, muscle tension and the body's own regulatory processes, among other things. The goal is to relieve symptoms and improve mobility in everyday life.
Typical applications of acupuncture
Acupuncture can be used for various musculoskeletal conditions. It is most often considered for long-standing or recurring pain.
Acupuncture treatment usually consists of several sessions. The exact number depends on which symptoms are treated, how long the pain has been present and how the body responds to acupuncture. We discuss the treatment plan with you before therapy begins.
For chronic or recurring back pain, acupuncture can be a complementary treatment option. This applies especially to muscle tension, improper strain or long-standing pain.
Tension in the cervical spine, neck and shoulder can be very persistent. Acupuncture can help relieve pain and influence muscle tension.
Acupuncture can be used as a complementary treatment for osteoarthritis or other joint problems. It does not reverse cartilage wear, but it can help reduce pain and support mobility.
Recurring muscle tension is often caused by poor posture, stress, one-sided strain or compensatory movements. Acupuncture can help relax the muscles and improve pain processing.
When pain persists over a longer period, the way the body handles pain signals often changes as well. In such cases, acupuncture may be considered as one component of pain therapy.
Acupuncture is also used for certain types of headaches and migraine. Our physicians assess whether the treatment is useful and promising in your individual case.
Good to know for patients
FAQ about acupuncture
In acupuncture, very fine needles are placed at specific acupuncture points. In TCM, these points are associated with meridians and the flow of the life energy Qi. Medically, the effect is explained rather by influences on pain processing, muscle tension and the body's own regulatory processes.
Most patients find acupuncture easy to tolerate. Thanks to the fine needles, the insertion is often barely noticeable. Sometimes a feeling of pressure, warmth, heaviness or tingling occurs at the treated points.
When performed properly, acupuncture is considered well tolerated. Small bruises, mild pain, redness at the insertion site or tiredness after the treatment are possible. Serious side effects are rare.
Before the treatment, we discuss your symptoms and check whether acupuncture is suitable for your situation. The needles are then placed at selected points and remain there for a certain time, usually while you lie still. The duration and number of sessions depend on your symptoms and how they develop.
Acupuncture should not be performed, or only after careful evaluation, in cases of certain bleeding disorders, a greatly increased risk of bleeding, infections or skin changes in the treatment area. For serious general illnesses, we also clarify in advance whether the treatment is suitable.
Under certain conditions, statutory health insurance covers acupuncture for chronic lower back pain and for chronic knee pain caused by knee osteoarthritis. For other conditions, acupuncture may have to be paid for privately. We clarify which costs may arise before the treatment begins.
Do you have questions or would you like to find out whether acupuncture is an option for your symptoms? Then feel free to book an appointment for a consultation at MVZ VITALIS in Berlin-Buckow.
Book an appointment for acupuncture now
Our specialists in orthopedics and pain therapy assess whether acupuncture is an option for your symptoms and whether other conservative treatments would be useful. Feel free to book an appointment for acupuncture at MVZ VITALIS, Alt-Buckow 9–11, 12349 Berlin.