ACC Acupuncture for Pain & Injury Treatment

Results-driven ACC acupuncture to get your recovery underway today. We love providing great quality, evidence-based treatment and seeing people leave pain and injury behind.

Registered ACC Acupuncture in Christchurch

We provide acupuncture and other therapies in a private, friendly environment to support pain relief, reduce inflammation, improve range of motion and assist in recovery from injuries.

If you’d like more information on how our ACC acupuncture services can support you, please call us on 021 081 59228 or get in touch.

How Acupuncture and
dry-needling treatments support ACC injury?

Acupuncture and dry needling can support recovery from ACC-covered injuries as they encourage the release of natural healing proteins and immune factors, helping damaged tissue repair more efficiently. They also assist to improve circulation, reduce pain by calming nerve activity, and help limit ongoing inflammation and swelling.
Dry needling works to restore normal muscle tone. Muscles that are too tight or overly stretched often have reduced blood flow, limited movement, and a higher risk of pain and further injury. Treating myofascial trigger points and motor points can improve muscle function and support recovery.
Acupuncture also promotes the release of endorphins in the central nervous system, which helps manage pain and creates a noticeable sense of relaxation during and after treatment.

What injury types may acupuncture assist with?

  • Neck, back, shoulder, and elbow injuries.
  • Spine, and disk injury and inflammation (with or without sciatic pain).
  • Hip, knee, and ankle injuries.
  • Muscle and tendon pulls and tear injuries.
  • Sprains and strains.
  • Repetitive strain injuries.
  • Dislocation and fracture recovery.
  • Whiplash and concussion recovery.
  • Contusion and bruise injuryies

What do your ACC services include?​

  • Multi-therapy approach to recovery (where required we use acupuncture, cupping, and other therapies all in one session to get that healing happening fast!)
  • Chinese medicine lifestyle and home-based treatment guidance to support recovery.
  • Accessible after-hours appointments.
  • Time to ensure adequate delivery of therapies required for optimal recovery support and clear communication so you understand what’s happening during treatment and how to help yourself at home.

Find out more about acupuncture for pain and injury

What therapies are used during an ACC acupuncture treatment?

  • Sports-medicine style and traditional acupuncture
  • Gua Sha therapy (also known as scraping or instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization)
  • Cupping therapy
  • Electroacupuncture
  • Micro-system acupuncture
  • Herbal applications with traditional Chinese herbal plasters for injury
  • Moxibustion

What is needed to book an ACC treatment appointment?

 

  • An approved claim: A GP or physiotherapist must submit a claim to Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC). Once approved by ACC a letter is sent to you confirming treatment will be covered.
  • Claim details: An ACC45 number or claim number is required before the appointment.
    These are included in the approval letter. If unavailable, they can be obtained by calling ACC on 0800 101 996.
  • Timing of the injury: For acupuncture, the injury must usually have happened within the last 12 months.
    After this period, treatment is not typically covered unless the injury is severe (e.g. permanent disability).
  • Pre-appointment form: After booking, a short form with questions about the injury is emailed from us. This must be completed and returned before the appointment date.
  • Important treatment limits: ACC funds up to 12 acupuncture treatments
    These must be used within 12 months of accident date.
    All treatments must be completed within 3 months after the first acupuncture session has been taken.
    Any unused treatments after 3 months are no longer covered, regardless of the provider used for the first session.
    For clarification, contact ACC or the treatment provider directly.
 

Are your therapists qualified and experienced?

At The House Of Acupuncture, we endeavor to provide the highest quality ACC-acupuncture care for people engaged in their injury recovery. Our ACC treatment is provided by our fully qualified and registered acupuncturist with ongoing training in musculoskeletal conditions, and over 9 years of experience treating pain and injury.

Get in touch

We’d love to help you, so please let us know if you have any questions or if you are ready, you can book an appointment online.