Discover the profound power of acupuncture at Richmond Muscle & Tendon Clinic
Looking for an alternative approach to relieve pain and stress without the use of pills or pharmaceuticals, or want to improve your general health and wellness, you can reap the powerful benefits of acupuncture.
Is Acupuncture Right For Me?
For over 2,000 years, Eastern cultures have trusted acupuncture (also known as dry needling) to alleviate common injuries and health issues, including migraines, neck and back pain, osteoarthritis, menstrual cramps, digestion problems, anxiety, and stress.
While Western medicine was once skeptical about the potential of acupuncture in clinical settings, its use as a legitimate treatment option grew in mainstream acceptance once academia and the medical community began to truly understand its incredible healing power.
If you’re looking for a holistic approach to enhance your existing treatment program or want to minimize your reliance on prescription and over-the-counter medication, acupuncture is an excellent complementary treatment option for you to explore.
At Richmond Muscle & Tendon Clinic, you will receive world-class acupuncture from licensed and experienced Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners. Our team is committed to providing you with quality personalized care and advice to help you find relief for anything keeping you on the sidelines.
Contact us today to learn how we can help you alleviate injuries, improve your health, and get back to a pain-free life.
a holistic approach to pain and health management
How Acupuncture Works
Acupuncture is a healing art grounded in ancient Chinese medicine which involves inserting several hair-thin needles into special points throughout your body.
The practice is based on the concept of balancing the flow of energy, or "qi," through pathways known as meridians. By stimulating these points, acupuncture aims to restore balance and promote the body's natural healing abilities. It's often used to alleviate pain, reduce stress, and address various health conditions. The treatment is generally painless, although some people may experience slight discomfort at the point of insertion.
Each treatment may use as many as 20 needles and last between 15 to 30 minutes. The needles are left in place during that time while you relax in a calm and quiet room.
Your entire session is guided by an experienced and certified practitioner, who may target multiple areas during a single treatment.
EIMS™
Richmond Muscle & Tendon Clinic also offers a proprietary treatment option called Electrical Intramuscular Stimulation (EIMS™ Acupuncture).
EIMS™ helps to relieve pain by supporting the healing process and aiding tissue repair. It combines acupuncture and electrical stimulation to dramatically reduce pain and healing time by improving blood circulation in the injured muscle and speeding up recovery.
The treatment was pioneered by Nikolay Yelizarov, based on his experience treating sports and accident-related soft-tissue injuries, and is now administered exclusively by the clinic’s resident EIMS™ practitioner Dilyana Nestorova (Dr. TCM, R.Ac, R.TCM.P).
What We Treat
Radicular & Pseudoradicular Pain Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sciatica
Spine Pain, acute and chronic
Sprain (muscle)
Stiff Neck
Strain (ligaments)
Stroke
TMJ Syndrome
Tendonitis
Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
Post-Herpetic Neuralgia
Post-Operative Pain
Menstrual Pain
Ankle Pain
Bell's Palsy
Bursitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Contusions
Facial Spasm
Fibromyalgia
Frozen Shoulder
Fertility Issues
Golfer's Elbow (medial epicondylitis)
Hip Pain
Knee Pain
Lower Back Pain
Neck Pain
Osteoarthritis
Periarthritis of the Shoulder
Infertility
Why Choose Us?
Expertise You Can Trust: Our team consists of highly skilled and licensed practitioners who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every session. Rest assured, you are in the hands of professionals committed to your health.
Tailored Treatments: We understand that every individual is unique, and so are their health needs. Our licensed acupuncturists take the time to assess your concerns and tailor each session to you, whether you seek relief from pain, stress, or just want to relax and release tension.
Proven Approach: Our treatments are rooted in proven, time-tested practices performed by experienced practitioners who strive to provide you with the best possible treatments to help you feel like yourself again.
Holistic Wellness: Beyond addressing immediate concerns, we believe in fostering long-term wellness. Our approach is holistic, considering the interconnectedness of your body, mind, and spirit. Experience the transformative power of acupuncture that goes beyond the surface.
DILYANA NESTOROVA
Dr. TCM, R.Ac, R.TCM.P
Acupuncturist / Herbalist / EIMS™ Practitioner
Gu He
R.Ac, R.TCM.P; Acupuncturist / Herbalist
