Acupuncture & Wellness

THE SHOULDER AND UPPER EXTREMITIES

Common injuries include:

• Lateral epicondylitis (aka tennis elbow)

• Medial epicondylitis (aka golfer's elbow, climber's elbow)

• Carpal tunnel syndrome

• Arthritis of the wrist, hand, and finger joints

THE HIPS AND PELVIS

Dr. Travall focuses on local trigger points and motor points that are anatomically correlated to significant nerves and blood vessels in this area. Common injuries include:

• Hip bursitis

• Osteoarthritis of the hip joint

• Sacral-iliac joint dysfunction

• Piriformis syndrome

• Sacrotuberous ligament dysfunction

THE KNEE

Common injuries include:

• Ligament sprains

• Patellar tendonitis

• Patellofemoral pain syndrome and chondromalacia (runner’s knee)

• Meniscus injury

• Iliotibial band syndrome

THE LOWER EXTREMITIES

Dr. Travall’s patients include cyclists and triathletes suffering from considerable leg and foot injuries, including:

• Shin splints

• Achilles tendonitis

• Plantar fasciitis

• Ankle sprains

• "Big toe" osteoarthritis

• Morton's neuroma

LOWER BACK AND NECK PAIN

Common injuries include:

• Sprains and herniated discs

• Soft tissue injuries

Because of the complex nature of this area of the body, Dr. Travall recommends an
integrated approach to treatment, which may include additional modalities such as
physical therapy, massage, and therapeutic exercises.

ARTHRITIS AND JOINT CONDITIONS

Although it may require longer, ongoing treatment, acupuncture can help to alleviate and treat arthritis, including conditions in the knee and the hip, which are susceptible to osteoarthritis. Common areas of treatment include:

• Hip Arthritis

• Osteoarthritis of the first metatarsal-phalanges joint

• AC joint arthritis

• Osteoarthritis in the knee

• Arthritis in smaller joints of the wrist, hand, and foot

TENDONITIS

Acupuncture can be used to treat many types of tendonitis, both acute and chronic. Dr. Travall most commonly treats the following tendons and afflictions:

• The Achilles tendon

• "Tennis elbow”

• "Climber's elbow”

• Shin splints

OTHER INJURIES AND PAINFUL MALADIES

Acupuncture is considered an effective, non-surgical treatment for a wide range injuries and other pain-related afflictions and concerns. For any issues not listed above, please contact us to discuss how we might be able to accommodate you.