If you’ve been dealing with stubborn pain that hasn’t responded to regular treatment, you may have heard the word “acupotomy” and wondered what it actually is.
What Is Acupotomy?
Acupotomy uses a specialized needle with a fine, flat edge — something between a standard acupuncture needle and a small surgical instrument, used through the skin to target specific tissue.
Instead of only stimulating a point, it’s designed to work more directly on tight or restricted soft tissue around areas of chronic pain or previous injury.
How It’s Different From Regular Acupuncture
Regular acupuncture uses fine needles at selected points based on your symptoms and treatment plan.
Acupotomy is more targeted. It’s typically used for specific areas where tissue may feel tight, restricted, or painful over time, especially around areas affected by previous injury.
What It May Help With
- Long-standing muscle or joint tightness that hasn’t responded to other treatment
- Areas of soft-tissue restriction following a past injury
- Restricted mobility in a specific area
- Persistent muscle tension in areas such as the neck or jaw
What to Expect During Treatment
Acupotomy is more targeted than typical acupuncture, so we only use it where an assessment shows it’s actually needed — not as a default for every visit.
Some mild tenderness afterward can occur and is usually temporary.
How Reversepain Therapy Can Help
Acupotomy is one of several specialized tools we use when a standard approach hasn’t provided enough relief.
If you’ve tried the usual treatments without lasting relief, book an assessment and we’ll determine if this is the right next step.
