Welcome to Princeton Acupuncture in Princeton, NJ.

Paul Kelly has practiced Acupuncture in the Princeton NJ area since 1993. He has practiced Traditional Chinese Medicine since 1983, graduating from S.A.M.R.A. University of Traditional Oriental Medicine. He has been a Board Certified Acupuncturist in Princeton New Jersey since 1993, having moved to the area from the West Coast where he practiced acupuncture and taught at the Emperors College of Traditional Chinese Medicine for seven years.

Paul received his advanced degree - Doctor of Oriental Medicine in 1986, passed the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists examination in 1987 and National Chinese Herbology examination in 1994. He holds a certificate in TuiNa Massage Therapy ( 1989) and a Diploma in Acupuncture Orthopedics (1991). He has been trained in the Allergy Elimination Technique by Dr. Devi Nambudripad and in Body Restoration Technique by Dr. Eric Berg. He is a member of The National Sports Acupuncture Association and belongs to the New Jersey Acupuncture Association.

Serving the Princeton, Mercer county, Somerset county, Hillsboro area since 1993  his office is located in Skillman New Jersey, just north of Princeton NJ.

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CONTACT US

  • 152 Tamarack Circle
    Skillman NJ
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    Phone: 609-924-3733

Neck Pain

1464009735_0ab56e61a8_m CHRONIC OR ACUTE NECK PAIN

Neck pain is a common complaint that most of us will suffer from at some point in our lives. Some people will suffer from it on an occasional basis while others, less fortunate, will have pain on an ongoing basis. The reasons for neck pain can be numerous. The most prevalent contributing factor to neck pain is degeneration of the lower cervical vertebrae which can result in pain, tightness and decreased range of motion or stiffness. Neck pain is often not directly caused by the degeneration but by other initiating factors for example:

  • Recent or prior auto accidents, falls, sports trauma causing sprains and strains.
  •  Previous injuries to the neck from accidents.
  •  Occupational stress, working with heavy equipment or repetitive motions.
  • Poor posture – sitting at the computer all day at work.
  • General stress which causes chronic muscle tension or tightness.
  • Arthritis

The main symptoms of neck pain are:

  • Pain radiating into the back of the head or to the shoulder and in extreme cases down the arm.
  • Restriction of the head and neck movement.
  • Pain worse on one side of the head and neck more than the other.
  • Acute pain. Sometimes one may wake up with severe neck pain and limited ability to turn your head often as a result of poor sleeping position.
  • Tenderness of trigger points ( tender points in the muscles that form as a result of previous trauma) around the back of the head and the muscles supporting the neck and head such as the trapezius and cervical muscles.

Treatment:
If you are suffering from acute or chronic neck pain acupuncture Traditional Chinese medicine can provide a way for you to eliminate your pain and restore normal function to your neck.  The treatment involves an evaluation of the neck and shoulder muscles as well as a whole body approach to rectify other imbalances and underlying causes in the system that may be contributing to the neck pain and tension.

We use acupuncture to help relieve spasms, pain and improve circulation to the muscles. One of our specialties is the Kaufman trigger point pain neutralization technique which is performed in conjunction with acupuncture or without needles for those who would prefer this non-invasive technique for resolving pain

Numerous studies have shown that acupuncture is effective in treating neck pain and improving mobility. With regular treatment the constant pain and diminished range of motion can be normalized.

To set up an appointment for an evaluation call (609)924-3733

 

February 22, 2008 in Chronic and Acute Neck Pain_ | | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)