- [email protected]
- 35 Bloom Lane, Unit 201
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Bedford, NS
Tailoring Wellness to Your Lifestyle
Acupuncture Services at InMotion Bedford
Welcome to InMotion Physiotherapy & Wellness Centre in Bedford, where we specialize in tailoring treatments to your individual needs. In a calm comfortable setting, our Acupuncturist, Laurel will stimulate selected points on the body (with very small needles) to restore balance and promote relaxation and healing so you can be present and live your most vibrant life.
A Holistic Approach to
Your Well-Being
At InMotion, we believe in a holistic, client-centered approach. Our acupuncturist will take the time to listen and understand your situation before developing an individualized treatment. She aims to provide a space where you can relax, and she uses acupuncture and other modalities to treat your complaints and help your body heal itself. Because everything is connected, sometimes in treating your chief complaint we help regulate other imbalances at the same time.
Acupuncture looks to restore harmony to the human body as a whole system, and the human body with nature. It also works to prevent disease by treating minor imbalances before they can progress.
A Holistic Approach to
Your Well-Being
At InMotion, we believe in a holistic, client-centered approach. Our acupuncturist will take the time to listen and understand your situation before developing an individualized treatment. She aims to provide a space where you can relax, and she uses acupuncture and other modalities to treat your complaints and help your body heal itself. Because everything is connected, sometimes in treating your chief complaint we help regulate other imbalances at the same time.
Acupuncture looks to restore harmony to the human body as a whole system, and the human body with nature. It also works to prevent disease by treating minor imbalances before they can progress.
Specialized Services for
Diverse Needs
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses very thin needles to stimulate selected points on the body’s meridians (or channels) to bring the body back into balance and promote relaxation and healing. Stimulating these points helps relax muscles and reduce pain, decrease swelling and aid in regulating immunity, treat and reduce the likelihood of stress-related problems, and more. Each of the channels connects to specific internal organs, so acupuncture can help regulate these organs (lung, heart, digestive organs, etc.) to bring things back into balance.
Ear Acupuncture
The ear is seen as a microcosm of the whole body, so stimulating specific points on the ear can benefit the body. This can be done with needles during the treatment, or with small seed on a piece of tape (earseeds can be left on for 3-5 days and you can press on them to stimulate the point whenever you like).
Gua Sha
Gua Sha is one of the oldest forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine involving a smooth tool used to gently scrape the skin. This technique triggers the release of small, red dots, akin to a rash, facilitating the removal of wind, cold, heat, dampness, dryness, and fire from the body. By enhancing circulation, Gua Sha offers relief and restoration.
Cupping
A cup is sucked to the skin (either using heat or a pump to remove air from the cup and create suction). The purpose is to promote circulation, dispel pathogenic factors (wind, cold, dampness), decrease swelling and stop pain, and keep the body healthy. It can leave temporary circular marks on the skin, but it is not painful and we can vary the amount of suction depending on your preference and body constitution.
TCM Massage
Traditional Chinese Medicine massage, also called Tui Na, follows meridians and points with the aim of restoring balance and enhancing overall well-being. It promotes circulation in the meridians, helps repair tissues and organs, balances the body, and regulates the internal organs.
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Judith Burke2023-11-16Yolanda is awesome physiotherapist. Yolanda is very professional and highly skilled at her profession .Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Kara Barrett2023-11-15I am very grateful for Yolanda’s treatment, advice and support. She is professional and friendly, most of all very knowledgeable. I would recommend her and InMotion to anyone in need of a physiotherapist.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Sheri Murphy2023-11-08This is a great place. I’ve seen Yolonda for physio and Holly for massages and both are excellent! Yolonda helped me with problems I had for decades. I highly recommend Inmoton!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Don Handspiker2023-10-22Great JobTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Josh DiVittorio2023-10-20I see Sasha Zevenhuizen for Chiropractic treatment. Initial assessment was thorough and she found the source of my lower back pain. I visit now every few monthsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Greg Shillington2023-10-17Yolanda is very professional, listens to the needs of the patient, and involves you throughout the treatment. Highly recommend her.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Brenda Chandler2023-08-22I highly recommend Yolanda Pinedo as a physiotherapist . She has multiple competencies and will problem solve with you to determine the best course of action for you. She provides a safe space for her clients and is personable and focused. Her ability to listen is exceptional. She is a true professional. InMotion Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre is well named. Your wellness is their priority. I highly recommend Yolanda Pinedo, Physiotherapist for physical relief and a feeling of wellness.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
blanche d2023-08-09Great place, Holly is always attentive and super easy to get along with. Been going there since they opened, and no intention of changing.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Jessica McCall2023-08-09Holly and Yolanda are both so skilled and lovely. They have helped me through surgeries, injuries and the damage from chronic disease. I’m lucky to have found them.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Janna M2023-05-02The best spot in HRM for physiotherapy.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Our Acupuncture services
Acupuncture works to bring your body back into balance which can help reduce pain, regulate digestion, calm the mind, minimize acne, and more.
Your first visit will involve a thorough assessment of your chief complaint and your body as a whole, followed by a treatment plan. With your consent, the treatment will begin.
Follow-up sessions may include ongoing evaluations and modification of treatments. Sessions typically last 30 or 60 minutes, with each treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
Acupuncture is a safe and effective practice when conducted by licensed professionals. We use single-use disposable needles and are diligent about Clean Needle Technique, so the risk of infection is minimal. Common side effects could include some soreness or minor bleeding/bruising at the site of insertion. Any discomfort or adjustment period is typically mild and temporary. We are always available to discuss any concerns you may have.
Acupuncture does not hurt, as the needles we use are very small and we are skilled at inserting them in a way that minimizes discomfort. You may not even feel some of the needles go in! However sometimes you may feel a little pinch, especially if needled in more sensitive parts of the body (for example hands and feet).
When the needles are in, you might feel a pleasant sensation of heaviness, tingling, or mild soreness: this is a good sign of the arrival of qi, and it is not painful.
A doctor's referral is not required to make an appointment. However, some insurance companies may require one, so please check with your provider.
Make sure you have eaten something today, but don’t eat a large meal or consume alcohol or drugs before you visit.
Empty your bladder before your treatment.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to ask me!
Stay well hydrated (drink water) following your treatment.
Refrain from overexertion, drugs or alcohol for at least six hours after treatment.
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Many extended health insurance plans typically cover either partial or full costs of acupuncture. The other services provided by our acupuncturist, such as Cupping or Gua Sha may be covered when combined with acupuncture in each session.
We require 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule acupuncture sessions without penalty. With less notice, a cancellation fee of 50% of the service cost may apply.
We adhere to all public health guidelines, including screening protocols and the use of face masks when requested. Your wellbeing is our top priority.
I accept MVA (Motor Vehicle Accident) patients. Please bring your insurance information (e.g., claim number, policy number, and adjuster’s contact information) to your first visit. I am not a WCB (Workers' Compensation Board) clinical provider. For work-related injuries, you will need to attend a WCB-approved clinic.
Get in touch
- Brookline Plaza 35 Bloom Lane, Unit 201 Bedford, Nova Scotia, B4B 2E6
- [email protected]
- (902) 445-1774
- Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am – 8:00 pm
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Friday:
8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Services
- Physiotherapy
- Massage Therapy
- Acupuncture
- Occupational Therapy
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