Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) in NW Calgary

Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), also known as “Dry Needling”, is a medical technique used to reduce muscle pain. It works by increasing blood flow, and pain-relieving hormone release, to the affected area. IMS is an effective and low risk treatment option, shown to relieve pain quickly!

IMS treatment begins with the insertion of acupuncture needles into trigger points of muscle pain. The needle creates tiny therapeutic injury, causing the muscle to grab onto the needle and cramp. This stimulation triggers endogenous hormone release to relax the tender spots. The small wound also increases blood supply to the affected area, relaxing the muscle and signaling the body to heal.