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Musculoskeletal Pain

Musculoskeletal Pain & Injury Acupuncture

At Elsternwick Acupuncture, we offer professional, evidence informed acupuncture to support people experiencing musculoskeletal pain, injury, and physical tension.

Many patients seek acupuncture for pain related to work, sport, exercise, posture, or long-standing strain. Our approach integrates traditional Chinese medicine principles with a modern understanding of anatomy, movement, and nervous system regulation. Treatments are individualised and designed to support the body’s natural healing processes.

We work alongside your existing healthcare, including GPs, physiotherapists, osteopaths, and specialists, and treatment plans are tailored to your lifestyle, workload, and goals.

Common Musculoskeletal Concerns

Patients commonly attend for support with:

• Back pain (acute or persistent)

• Neck and shoulder tension

• Sports injuries and overuse injuries

• Hip, knee, ankle and foot pain

• Sciatic or nerve-related pain

• Headaches and jaw tension (TMJ)

• Work-related postural strain

Acupuncture may be used as part of a broader management approach and is not a replacement for medical care.

How Acupuncture May Support Pain and Recovery

From a biomedical perspective, acupuncture may assist by supporting circulation, influencing pain pathways, and helping regulate the nervous system. Many people find treatment helps reduce muscle tension and supports recovery following physical strain or injury.

From a Chinese medicine perspective, treatment focuses on improving the flow of Qi and blood, addressing underlying patterns contributing to pain or tension, and supporting overall balance and resilience.

Treatment plans are reviewed regularly and adjusted based on your response and goals.

Senior Acupuncturist and Muscle Therapist

Dr Nathan Burns

Nathan has a strong focus on musculoskeletal concerns, nerve-related pain including sciatica, and men’s health. His treatments may include acupuncture, dry needling, cupping, electro-acupuncture, and tailored exercises to support long-term wellbeing.

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