Acupuncture for Hip bursitis

Hip bursitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of the bursae, small fluid-filled sacs that cushions the bones, tendons, and muscles around the hip joint. This condition can lead to significant pain, limited mobility, and reduced quality of life. Acupuncture offers a holistic and effective treatment option for managing this condition. Acupuncture treatment for hip bursitis offers advantages over conventionally recommended treatments as it is non-invasive and medication-free. Acupuncture can serve as an alternative or complement to other treatments. At Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine, we provide goal-oriented acupuncture treatments for pain relief from hip bursitis as well as overall wellbeing.

Understanding Hip Bursitis

How Acupuncture Works

Acupuncture comes from the tradition of Chinese medicine and involves inserting thin needles into strategically selected points on the body with the goal of relieving pain, promoting optimal function, and improving wellbeing. Chinese medicine takes a holistic approach and considers not just the primary complaint, but also takes into account many aspects of health including sleep, digestion, stress, and energy in order to best address underlying imbalances which may exacerbate the primary complaint. From a western standpoint, we understand acupuncture to work in the following ways:

Acupuncture at Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine

Care at Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine starts with a New Patient Consultation for all new patients. During the consultation, new patients meet with our lead acupuncturist to go over their health history, current complaints and health goals. Pain levels, daily activities, and overall health will all be discussed. This information is essential in determining the best treatment plan. Treatments involve the insertion of sterile, single-use, ultrafine needles designed for comfort. Acupoints are selected strategically and every session is custom tailored to the individual. Gentle electrical stimulation (electro-acupuncture) is often used to enhance the treatment and may feel like tapping, tingling, or buzzing. During the session, you may experience sensations such as tingling or warmth around the insertion points. It is essential that sessions are comfortable, so open communication is encouraged. Most patients find the sessions to be very relaxing and fall asleep during treatment. It's important to note that acupuncture sessions are performed as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. Your acupuncturist may recommend a series of sessions to achieve the best results. The frequency of sessions will depend on the severity of your hip bursitis and your body's response to treatment

Find Hip Bursitis Relief at Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine

Acupuncture offers a holistic and effective approach to managing hip bursitis. By promoting pain relief, reducing inflammation, and improving overall well-being, acupuncture can be a valuable addition to your hip bursitis treatment plan. If you're considering acupuncture for hip bursitis,  schedule  your New Patient Consultation at Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine today to learn more about how we can help you.