What is Acupuncture?
A fundamental pillar of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Acupuncture Therapy uses precisely placed needles along meridian pathways to produce therapeutic physiological responses in the body that can alleviate pain, promote healing, balance hormones, boost the immune system, regulate the nervous system, improve fertility, and provide overall emotional wellness. Acupuncture can be effective on its own or as a complementary treatment to conventional medicine.
What issues can Acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture can be used to treat the following conditions:
- Neck pain
- Lower back pain
- Headaches
- Osteoarthritis
- Knee pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Nausea
- Respiratory disorders, such as allergic rhinitis
- Menstrual cramps
- Insomnia
- Sprains
- Immune system issues
- Repetitive strain disorder
- Face pain and other nerve discomforts
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Tendinopathy
- Fatigue
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is a natural, non-invasive treatment that uses fine needles to stimulate collagen production, improve skin tone, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It promotes circulation, encourages lymphatic drainage, and supports overall skin health — leaving you with a more radiant, lifted, and refreshed look from the inside out. *for best results, recommended 2x/week for 5 weeks.
Gua Sha Facial
Gua Sha Facial is a gentle, natural treatment that uses a smooth stone tool to massage the face and stimulate lymphatic flow, circulation, and collagen production. It helps reduce puffiness, soften fine lines, release tension in the jaw and forehead, and leaves the skin looking lifted, radiant, and refreshed. It’s like a workout for your face — but relaxing.
Neurofunctional Acupuncture
Neurofunctional Acupuncture is a gentle, evidence-based treatment that works with the nervous system to support pain relief and improve movement adaptability. Using fine, solid acupuncture needles placed at specific nerve-related points—and sometimes incorporating electrical stimulation—this approach helps regulate how the body processes pain, stress, and movement. Rather than forcing change, it supports the body’s natural regulatory systems by promoting neuromodulation at the level of peripheral nerves, the spinal cord, and the brain.
Sports Rehab Acupuncture
Sports Rehab Acupuncture is a targeted treatment that blends traditional acupuncture techniques with modern sports medicine principles to support injury recovery, reduce inflammation, relieve muscle tension, and improve mobility. It’s often used to treat acute or chronic injuries, support performance, and prevent future strain by helping the body heal more efficiently. It’s ideal for active individuals, athletes, or anyone dealing with movement-related pain or tightness.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Fertility Acupuncture
Fertility Acupuncture is a gentle, holistic treatment that supports reproductive health by regulating hormones, improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, and reducing stress. It can be used on its own or alongside medical fertility treatments like IVF or IUI to help support conception and balance the body naturally. It’s a calming, whole-body approach to supporting your fertility journey.
Esoteric Acupuncture
Dr. Wu’s Head Massage
Dr. Lin Xue Jian Scalp Acupuncture
Paediatric Chinese Medicine
Paediatric Chinese Medicine is a gentle, holistic approach to supporting children’s health and development using age-appropriate Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques. Treatments may include acupuncture (with or without needles), acupressure, tui na (therapeutic massage), and herbal support — all tailored to the child’s age, comfort, and specific needs. It can help with digestion, sleep issues, anxiety, immunity, allergies, and more — offering natural support from infancy through adolescence.
What Can Acupuncture Help With?
- Stress and anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Emotional regulation
- PTSD and trauma support
- Bloating, gas, IBS
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Acid reflux
- Nausea
- Insomnia or restless sleep
- Chronic fatigue
- Jet lag
- Poor energy circulation
- Menstrual irregularities or PMS
- Fertility support (natural & assisted)
- PCOS, endometriosis
- Perimenopause and menopause symptoms
- Neck, back, and shoulder pain
- Arthritis
- Sports injuries
- TMJ (jaw tension)
- Sciatica
- Seasonal allergies
- Asthma
- Frequent colds
- Long COVID recovery
- Colic
- Digestive upset
- Sleep issues
- Anxiety or nervous system regulation
- Boosting immunity
- Supporting emotional balance
- Encouraging circulation and detox
- Enhancing relaxation and resilience
Are you living in Downtown Toronto, Leslieville Toronto, or the Kingsway, Etobicoke with pain or discomfort? If so, we encourage you to visit our multi-disciplinary wellness clinic. Our highly-skilled Acupuncturists use thin, sterile needles to stimulate specific points on the body to restore balance, reduce pain, and support the body’s natural healing process. It’s a gentle, holistic approach that looks at the whole person — not just the symptoms. Contact For Health’s Sake and schedule an appointment with one of our Downtown Toronto, Leslieville Toronto, or Kingsway, Etobicoke Acupuncturists.

Megan Nishida
Hi, I’m Megan! With training in Acupuncture, Kinesiology, Hypnosis, and Spinal Energetics, I blend traditional and modern methods to help you feel more connected to your body. Acupuncture and Kinesiology – allow me to effectively address aches and pains. Specifically I enjoy treating head & face issues (migraines, TMJ, sinus,…
Registered Acupuncturist, R.Ac - Downtown, Leslieville
Stefania Creatura
Welcome! I’m Stefania, a Registered Acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner. In clinic, I work collaboratively with my patients and their care team to develop a holistic treatment plan. I combine my background in Kinesiology with my training in Chinese Medicine to provide integrative and evidenced-based treatment tailored to each…
Registered Acupuncturist, Chinese Medicine Practitioner, R.Ac - Downtown, Kingsway, Leslieville
Cristina D’Alessandro
Hello, and thanks for stopping by to read my bio! My name is Cristina—I’m a registered acupuncturist, former paramedic, published author, women’s studies graduate, and documentary film producer. My work has spanned academia, advocacy, and front-line clinical care. With a decade of experience in emergency medicine, I developed acute diagnostic…
Registered Acupuncturist, R.Ac - Downtown
Nadia Ramsumeer
Hi! I’m Nadia, a Registered Acupuncturist and Reiki Master. I have a particular interest in eastern healing practices and use my background in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Japanese Energy Healing to provide a holistic approach to a range of emotional and physical concerns. My favourite part about being an acupuncturist is helping…
Registered Acupuncturist, Chinese Medicine Practitioner, R.Ac - Kingsway
Kyla Onsy
Growing up in competitive dance, I had my fair share of injuries, and spent countless hours in clinics – which led me to my first job as a physio assistant 20 years ago. It was an easy choice to complete my Kinesiology degree through McMaster, and immediately continued my studies…
Corporate Health Owner / RMT - Downtown, Leslieville, Corporate Health
Olivera Kralj
Hey there! My name is Olivera (she/her) I’m a Physiotherapist excited to start at For Health’s Sake! I completed my physiotherapy degree in Vancouver, BC at the University of British Columbia and recently moved back to my home in Toronto. I’ve always been passionate about physical activity and helping others…
Physiotherapist - Leslieville
Dr. Edyn Karney
Hi, I’m Edyn! I’m a chiropractor dedicated to helping people move better, feel stronger, and live more fully. My lifelong passion for movement and performance began as a competitive dancer and later grew through my work as a personal trainer and instructor at F45. These experiences shaped the dynamic, whole-body…
Chiropractor - Leslieville
