How does Acupuncture relieve pain from a science perspective?

Jen McCourtie, BHSc, AHPRA & AACMA member

1/4/25, 2:30 am

Acupuncture relieves pain by:

Stimulating sensory nerves which reduce pain signals to the brain.
Triggering the release of endogenous opioids which blocks pain signalling to the brain.
Influencing neurotransmitters, such as endorphins, to suppress, modulate and inhibit pain signals.
Stimulating the Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis to reduce inflammation.
Altering areas of the brain associated with pain such as the thalamus (as shown in Functional MRI’s).
Improving microcirculation and tissue healing by increasing nitric oxide and reducing muscle tension.

If you are experiencing pain, such as nerve or muscle pain, book in for a Body Acupuncture treatment at Alchemy Acupuncture Studio today.