Medical Acupuncture for Sports Injury, Calgary

enduraHealth provides medical acupuncture services in the Calgary area. Medical Acupuncture is mechanism-based, not disease-based. It has been known as one of the oldest medicines in the world but over the last 10 years it is becoming one of the newest ways of helping athletes in North America recover from and prevent sports injuries.

Our Acupuncture clinic is located just off 17th ave in downtown Calgary.
FREE Phone Consult (15 min)
​Initial Assessment (90 min)... $125
Follow Up (60 min)... $90
GST included in prices. We can direct bill to your insurance.
Acupuncture uses a precise peripheral nerve stimulation technique, in which fine solid needles (acupuncture needles) are inserted into anatomically defined neurofunctional sites, and stimulated manually or with electricity for the therapeutic purpose of modulating abnormal activity of the nervous system and/or the endocrine, exocrine and immune systems, in pain syndromes, functional problems, and any diseases in which these modulatory mechanisms are available. Therapeutic goals and treatment targets are selected based on the identified neurological dysfunctions contributing to the clinical presentation of the symptoms. 
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Some treatments in addition to acupuncture used by our Acupuncturist Dr. Rae LaBerge may include:​

Can Acupuncture help with your sports injury? 

Schedule a FREE 15min phone consult with Dr. Rae today!
Dr. Rae LaBerge is offering a FREE 15min phone consultation to help you understand Acupuncture benefits. She is very passionate and would welcome the opportunity to share how Acupuncture can impact many different levels of your health and wellness and allow you to live your fullest life possible. 

What kind of sports injuries can Acupuncture help?

  • Arthritis
  • Low Back Pain
  • Sciatica
  • Headaches
  • Muscular Tension
  • Sprains/ Strains
  • Tennis Elbow (tendonitis)
  • Joint Pain
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Carpal Tunnel

What to expect from an Acupuncture treatment in our Calgary clinic?

  • The intake form will be completed together with your practitioner and you will together decide on a treatment plan. 
  • Needle insertion: Acupuncture needles are very thin, so insertion usually causes little discomfort and an overall relaxation will set in after the needles are inserted. 
  • Needle manipulation: Your practitioner may gently move or twirl the needles after placement or apply heat or mild electrical pulses to the needles.
  • Needle removal: In most cases, the needles remain in place for 10 to 20 minutes while you lie still and relax. There is usually no discomfort when the needles are removed.

FAQs

What should I do before an acupuncture treatment?
  • wear clothing that allows easy access to the lower arms and legs
  • try not to go for treatment on an empty stomach or straight after a heavy meal
  • let your practitioner know if you are completely new to acupuncture so they can take extra time to explain what happens and ensure you are comfortable with the process
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​How long is the Initial Assessment?
​​The first appointment with Dr. Rae can take anywhere from 1hr to 1.5hrs depending on what your chief complaint is. 
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Is Acupuncture covered by my insurance?
Yes. Most providers cover acupuncture and if not then it is covered under the scope of practice of Chiropractic and Physiotherapy. Please confirm with your health provider directly.
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What is the cancellation policy?
Any changes or cancelling of your appointment must be done within 24hours of your appointment or there will be a charge. Any missed appointments will be charged.
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​Practitioners

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Dr. Rae LaBerge, DTCM

Have more questions?

If you have any other questions or would like to get more detailed information, please contact us by calling the clinic at (587) 356-3676.