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IMS / Acupuncture

IMS has been proven to be effective in the treatment of chronic injuries as well as injuries which have not responded to conventional physiotherapy treatment. IMS involves an assessment of the injured area and determination of whether the pain has a neurologic source. The technique involves the insertion of a fine, flexible acupuncture needle into muscles which have become shortened due to abnormal stimulation from the nervous system. The needle causes the muscle to contract, which leads to a reciprocal relaxation and lengthening of the muscle. Nothing is injected into the tissues. Many clients find they are sore for about 24 hours following the treatment, and then report a decrease, or in some cases, complete resolution of their pain symptoms.

Conditions that may benefit from IMS treatment include:

  • Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
  • Chronic Lower Back Pain
  • Whiplash injuries of the neck
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Osteoarthritis of the hip
  • Frozen Shoulder

Those who treat:

Chantelle Poon bills acupuncture under Physiotherapy as a adjunct.

Manbir Sandhu, Mike Wall, Jonathan Poon, Tony Cruz, Bryce Jay and Aart van Gorkum specialize in IMS.

Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) service Vancouver

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I have been going to Main St Physio since it opened. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and always provide a solution. I have had many different issues. The attending professional always listens carefully to my story and works with me to ensure that I remain healthy and mobile. From hiking to playing piano, from Dragon Boating to everyday movements – Main St Physio fixes the problem every time!!

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