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Electroacupuncture in Barcelona
Acupuncture with a gentle electrical current between the needles: stronger, steadier stimulation that is very useful for treating acute and chronic pain.
Pain treatmentWhat it is
What is electroacupuncture?
Compared with standard acupuncture (which dates back thousands of years), electroacupuncture is a relatively young technique. Although it is based on classical Chinese acupuncture, it was born in France in the 19th century and was used from the start to treat painful conditions such as sciatica.
It involves applying an electrical stimulus of low voltage, with varying intensity and frequency, between two acupuncture needles. The needles are connected to a device called an electrostimulator.
Unlike standard acupuncture, the needle is not manipulated by hand: instead, the frequency, intensity and waveform of the electrical stimulus are adjusted.
How it works
How does electroacupuncture work?
In Chinese Medicine, Qi (energy) flows through the meridians. When a channel becomes blocked, for example by a sports injury, the flow slows down and pain and inflammation appear. Electroacupuncture stimulates the flow of energy and helps clear that blockage. In Western terms:
More blood flow
In the treated area, with more oxygen and more anti-inflammatory substances circulating.
More endorphins
After treatment, endorphins increase in the cerebrospinal fluid. These are the brain’s natural painkillers and trigger the body’s pain-relief mechanisms.
Hypothalamic-pituitary axis
The pain relief of electroacupuncture may be linked to the regulation of this axis.
Your session
What is an electroacupuncture session like?
Diagnosis
I make a diagnosis based on Chinese medicine theory and choose the points to treat.
Needles and electrodes
I insert standard needles and connect several pairs to the electrostimulator with electrodes.
Stimulation
I choose the frequency and intensity according to the desired effect. The needles are usually connected for 10 to 20 minutes.
Painless
It isn’t a painful therapy: you’ll feel tingling or vibration, and the intensity is always adjusted to what you feel.
Indications
What conditions does it treat?
At our clinic we mainly use electroacupuncture for pain treatment, both chronic and acute. Other common uses:
- Muscle contractures
- Facial paralysis
- Stroke recovery
- Sports injuries
- Easing labour
Electroacupuncture with Julia Valiente
Who will treat you
“I see the work of a therapist as a kind of investigation: finding the root of the problem is essential for the right diagnosis and treatment.”
- Graduate in Traditional Chinese Medicine (ISMET, Barcelona)
- Advanced Training in Acupuncture (Pompeu Fabra University)
- Naturopathic and Oriental dietetics (Institut Roger de Llúria)
Frequently asked questions
Questions about electroacupuncture
Any other questions? Message me on WhatsApp.
Does electroacupuncture hurt?
It isn’t a painful therapy. You’ll usually feel tingling or vibration in the area, and the intensity is always adjusted to how it feels for you.
Is it combined with classic acupuncture?
Yes, both techniques are often combined in the same session.
My condition isn’t on the list?
Message me and I’ll tell you whether electroacupuncture can help you, with no obligation.
Do you work with health insurers?
No, this is a private practice and we don’t work with health insurance companies.
Want to try electroacupuncture?
Book online in a minute or message me if you’d like to talk about your case first.