Acupuncture in Richmond
Whether you’re dealing with muscle tightness, ongoing pain, or recovery from training, acupuncture in Richmond can be a targeted way to support your body’s healing and movement.
At MG Rehab, we use acupuncture to help calm irritated tissues, reduce muscle tension, and improve how the body moves and feels — either as a stand-alone treatment or alongside sports massage and exercise therapy.
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a treatment that involves placing fine, sterile needles into specific points in the body. It’s commonly used to help reduce pain, release tight muscles, and support the nervous system’s role in recovery.
In a rehab setting, acupuncture is often used to support areas affected by overuse, injury, or repetitive strain — helping improve comfort, restore movement, and reduce sensitivity in problem areas.
Benefits of Acupuncture
Acupuncture can be a great option if you want a treatment that’s focused, effective, and works well alongside hands-on therapy. Many people book acupuncture in Richmond to support:
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Pain relief for muscular and joint-related discomfort
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Reduced muscle tension and “tight” or restricted areas
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Improved circulation to targeted tissues
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Better movement quality and flexibility
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Support during recovery from sport, training, or everyday strain
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Relaxation and nervous system down-regulation (especially when stress is contributing to pain)
If needed, we may combine acupuncture with sports massage, joint mobilisation, or a structured exercise programme for stronger long-term results.
Your Acupuncture Treatment at MG Rehab
Your session starts with a quick discussion about your symptoms, training/lifestyle, and what you want to achieve — pain relief, improved movement, faster recovery, or general maintenance.
Treatment is then tailored to you. We’ll focus on the areas most relevant to your issue (for example: neck and shoulders, lower back, hips, knees, calves, or feet), using acupuncture as a targeted approach to help settle symptoms and improve how your body responds to movement.
Some people feel a deep ache, warmth, heaviness, or a mild tingling sensation during treatment — this is normal. You may feel more relaxed afterwards, and many people notice a change in tension and movement within the following days.
FAQ
Acupuncture is commonly used to help relieve pain, reduce muscle tension, and support recovery from injury or overuse. It can be helpful for sports-related strain as well as everyday aches that affect movement and comfort.
Most people find acupuncture very manageable. You may feel a small pinch as the needle goes in, followed by a mild ache, heaviness, warmth, or tingling. Treatment should never feel unbearable — we always work within your comfort level.
This depends on your symptoms, how long you’ve had the issue, and your activity level. Some people notice improvement quickly, while longer-standing problems often benefit from a short plan of sessions. We’ll recommend an approach that suits your body and goals.
Yes — acupuncture is often used to support sports recovery by easing tight muscles, calming irritated tissues, and helping reduce pain so you can move better during rehab. It can be especially useful alongside sports massage and exercise therapy.
Acupuncture is generally considered very safe when delivered by a trained professional using sterile, single-use needles. We’ll also ask a few quick questions to make sure treatment is appropriate for you.
After treatment, it’s a good idea to stay hydrated and avoid intense activity if the area feels sensitive. Light movement is usually fine. We’ll give you guidance based on what we treated and your training plans.
Absolutely. Many clients choose acupuncture alongside sports massage to reduce tension more effectively and support recovery. If you’re also working on long-term improvement, we may add exercise therapy as well.
Wear comfortable clothing. Depending on the area we’re treating, we may need access to the shoulder/upper back, hips, legs, or lower back. Your privacy is always maintained, and towels are used throughout.
Ready to Book Acupuncture in Richmond?
If you’re dealing with pain, tight muscles, or recovery from sport or everyday strain, acupuncture can be a targeted option to help you move more freely.