Acupuncture is a Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment in which a registered acupuncturist places fine, sterile needles at specific points on the body. At Flourish TCM Clinic in Yaletown, Vancouver, a 45-minute session costs $170. Appointments open once a registered acupuncturist joins our team; join the waitlist.
The practitioners who offer Acupuncture have no openings for new patients right now. Join the waitlist and we’ll let you know as soon as a time opens up, or when a new practitioner joins us for it.
Adults looking for a TCM approach to everyday concerns such as back, neck and shoulder tension, headaches, stress, sleep and digestive discomfort, or who want acupuncture alongside the care they already receive from their doctor.
TCM describes health as the smooth flow of Qi (vital energy) and blood through channels called meridians.
When that flow is blocked or out of balance, discomfort follows. After a TCM assessment, which may include looking at your tongue and feeling your pulse, the practitioner chooses points to restore balance for your specific pattern, not just your symptom.
Research suggests needling stimulates nerves, muscles and connective tissue, which may influence how the body processes pain and regulates stress responses.
Evidence is stronger for some conditions, such as chronic low back pain and tension headaches, than for others. Our articles cover what the research does and doesn't show.
Drink water, eat normally, and keep the rest of the day gentle if you can. Mild soreness or a small bruise at a point can happen and fades quickly.
It depends on what you're coming in for and how long it's been going on. A practitioner usually suggests a short course of weekly sessions and then reviews progress with you, rather than committing you to a fixed number upfront.
Prices are in CAD. A series is paid upfront and used session by session.
Memberships
One visit a month or more, no GST, with a receipt for your extended health claim.
The practitioners who offer Acupuncture have no openings for new patients right now. Join the waitlist and we’ll let you know as soon as a time opens up, or when a new practitioner joins us for it.
Tell your practitioner if any of these apply. Each line comes from a named source.
Pregnancy: tell your practitioner, because some points are avoided.
Source: CTCMA-BC & CTCMPAO · TCM Safety Program HandbookBlood thinners or a bleeding disorder.
Source: CTCMA-BC & CTCMPAO · TCM Safety Program HandbookPacemaker (relevant if electro-acupuncture is offered).
Source: CTCMA-BC & CTCMPAO · TCM Safety Program HandbookNeedle phobia or fainting with needles; you can be treated lying down.
Source: CTCMA-BC & CTCMPAO · TCM Safety Program HandbookPlease eat a light meal beforehand; don't come in on an empty stomach.
Source: CTCMA-BC & CTCMPAO · TCM Safety Program HandbookWhat it is, how TCM views it, and which treatments may help.
Acupoints are specific points on the body, mostly along the meridians, that are stimulated with needles, finger pressure or low-level laser.
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Acupuncture needles are much finer than injection needles. Most people feel a brief pinch and then a dull or tingling sensation, and many find sessions very relaxing.
Every needle is sterile, single-use and disposed of after your session.
It depends on your concern. Your practitioner will suggest a short course and review it with you.
Often, yes. Tell your practitioner, since certain points are avoided during pregnancy.
Many extended health plans cover acupuncture by a registered acupuncturist. Receipts are issued only for acupuncture performed by the registered practitioner named on the receipt.
Loose, comfortable clothing that can be rolled up to the knees and elbows.
We're waiting for a new registered acupuncturist to join our team. We're not booking this treatment right now. Join the waitlist and we'll contact you as soon as appointments open.
No. This page is needle acupuncture by a registered acupuncturist. Laser Acupoint Therapy is a separate, needle-free service that uses low-level laser on acupoints.
The practitioners who offer Acupuncture have no openings for new patients right now. Join the waitlist and we’ll let you know as soon as a time opens up, or when a new practitioner joins us for it.
