In our office we use several techniques from chiropractic to acupuncture to functional medicine. Chiropractic works by restoring balance to the spine and extremities and thereby hoping the nervous system work its best. You can usually experience immediate pain relief and increased range of motion although full resolution is usually a process that takes somewhere between six and eight weeks for optimal healing. Acupuncture works by stimulating the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord) to release chemicals called neurotransmitters and hormones. These chemicals dull pain, boost the immune system and regulate various body functions. This is a painless technique where most people don't even see all the needles going in because they are literally hair-thin. Pain relief to stress relief and much much more, acupuncture is a fantastic resource.