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Guelph Community Acupuncture

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Guelph Community Acupuncture

We are Guelph's community acupuncture clinic.(www.gca.janeapp.com/ /1) Acupuncture does not have to be expensive in order to be effective.

We charge on a sliding scale of $25-$50. You choose what you want to pay, no questions asked.

02/04/2026

Low back pain is one of the most common things we treat here. Chronic ache that won't quit. Sharp pain when you bend or lift. Stiffness in the morning that takes an hour to loosen. Sciatic pain radiating down your leg.

In Chinese Medicine, the lower back is the "mansion of the Kidneys", which means that lower back pain often signals deeper depletion in your Kidney system. Sometimes lower back pain is your body's way of saying it needs nourishment, rest, and support at the foundational level. I keep talking about winter being Kidney season, because it’s important. It’s the perfect time to address depletion at the deepest levels.

We treat lower back pain by:

● Reducing inflammation and muscle tension
● Restoring circulation and nerve function
● Addressing any root root depletion that may be causing or worsening the pain

Call or text us at (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

02/03/2026

When I was in acupuncture school, one of my first patients in the student clinic came looking for help with severe night sweats. They woke with soaked sheets two to three times every night – so soaked that they’d have to strip the bed and put on clean sheets. (They owned a lot of sheets.) They came weekly for awhile, seemed to like acupuncture, seemed a little less stressed out, a bit less tired. After four treatments they told me that the night sweats were gone. I was stunned and thrilled. We talked a bit more and they told me that the night sweats had completely stopped *after the first treatment* – they’d been afraid of “jinxing” the good results by talking about it out loud.

I never forgot that.

Not everyone is going to get results that fast, but acupuncture can often be very effective for reducing night sweats, whether they’re caused by stress, hormonal shifts, are a side effect of medication, or something else.

Call or text us at (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

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01/29/2026

For some of our patients, cold weather punishes every joint that's been quietly struggling. What was manageable in summer becomes unbearable when the temperature drops.

You might be dealing with:

● Wrist pain from repetitive strain or old injuries
● Elbow tendonitis that won't quit
● Ankle instability or chronic swelling
● Finger joints that feel stiff and painful (especially in the morning)
● Hip or shoulder pain that limits your movement

In Chinese Medicine, joints are where Qi and Blood can stagnate—and when circulation is
compromised (which happens more in cold weather), pain flares.

But according to Chinese Medicine, winter is actually the best time to treat joint pain. When we address these issues during the cold months, we're setting your body up to feel a lot better come spring.

We work by:

● Improving circulation to inflamed joints
● Reducing pain and swelling
● Restoring range of motion
● Addressing the root imbalance (not just numbing the pain)

Don't wait until spring to start feeling better. Let's handle this now. Call or text us at (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

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01/27/2026

TMJ dysfunction is more than just annoying—it's painful, limiting, and often tied to stress you're holding in your body.

You might be experiencing:

● Jaw clenching or teeth grinding (especially at night)
● Clicking or popping when you open your mouth
● Pain or stiffness in the jaw joint
● Headaches or ear pain
● Difficulty chewing or opening your mouth fully

In Chinese Medicine, the jaw is where we often hold unexpressed anger, frustration, and stress. When the Liver and Gallbladder meridians (which run through the jaw) are out of balance, TMJ symptoms flare.

Acupuncture helps by:

● Releasing tension in the jaw muscles and fascia
● Calming the nervous system (to reduce clenching)
● Addressing the emotional stress that's being stored in your body
● Improving circulation and reducing inflammation

Let's get you unstuck. Call or text us at (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

01/21/2026

Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is incredibly annoying, and when it’s bad enough, the resulting lack of sleep can be debilitating.

My patients have described:

• Uncomfortable feelings in the lower body, relieved temporarily by moving the legs, particularly at night
• Tingling and restlessness that prevents sleep
• Involuntary leg twitching
• Feeling like their body is betraying them
• Daytime exhaustion

Acupuncture can help! Many people get relief from RLS within a few treatments. You don’t have to live with this. Call or text (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

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01/19/2026

Acupuncture is fairly well-known as a treatment for quitting smoking, as well as for withdrawal from narcotics. But did you know that acupuncture can help address all kinds of cravings and addiction?
One of our favourite treatments for cravings is the NADA protocol: the five tiny ear needles regularly used for substance abuse withdrawal and harm reduction in clinics and hospitals throughout North America. At GCA we have heard quite a few people report significant reduction in their sugar cravings after a few treatments of acupuncture. We also regularly support folks who are quitting ci******es or other drugs.

If you’re struggling with cravings, call or text (519)829-3000 to book a conversation or a treatment or book online through the link in our bio.

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01/18/2026

A lot of people come to acupuncture after being diagnosed with low ovarian reserves, sometimes also with high FSH levels. It’s pretty normal to feel very stressed at this point, like a window is closing and you’re running out of options. But acupuncture is an effective fertility support and can help improve egg quality, regulate cycles and improve conditions for conception, even when the lab reports don’t look promising.

We work on:

● Nourishing the Kidney system (which governs reproductive health in Chinese medicine)
● Improving blood flow to the ovaries
● Supporting hormonal balance
● Reducing stress on your system

Whether you’re trying to conceive naturally or preparing for IVF, acupuncture can help your body show up stronger. Call or text us at (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

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01/16/2026

This time of year we see a lot of people who are struggling to get off the couch. I’m betting that it’s not laziness or lack of discipline. It's Kidney depletion, showing up as a loss of drive, willpower, and motivation.

You might also be experiencing:

● Inability to follow through on goals
● Decision fatigue
● Procrastination that feels paralyzing
● Loss of ambition or purpose
● A sense of "what's the point?"

In Chinese Medicine, the Kidneys are the source of your willpower. When they're depleted, your internal fire goes out. Winter (Kidney season) can make this even more pronounced. We help restore your Kidney energy so you can access your inner drive again—not gritting your teeth and forcing through, but through deep replenishment.

Depletion is something we can work with.

Call or text us at (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

01/14/2026

People tell me that living with a neurological condition (whether it’s Parkinson’s, MS, neuropathy, or something else) feels like their body stopped taking orders from your brain. The symptoms can be scary: tremors they can't control. Feeling off-balance all day. Numbness that creeps further every month. Fatigue so deep they can barely get through the day.

Acupuncture can't cure neurological disease. But it can support your body's ability to function better, hurt less, and move with more ease.

We've seen improvements in:

● Motor control and coordination
● Pain and nerve sensitivity
● Energy levels and stamina
● Balance and stability
● Cognitive function and mental clarity

Call or text (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

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01/12/2026

Pollen season is usually associated with sinus issues, but I treat sinus pressure, sinus headaches, lingering congestion and that constant full-headed feeling in the clinic throughout winter. Acupuncture is excellent at clearing congestion and helping you breathe easier.

Seasonal sinus misery doesn't have to be your winter story. Acupuncture is excellent at clearing congestion and helping you breathe easier—both immediately and long term. Many patients walk out breathing better after just one session.

Ready to breathe again? Call or text us at (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

01/10/2026

If you’ve been accustomed to a regular menstrual cycle, it can be pretty inconvenient and destabilizing if your cycle becomes irregular. The guessing game isn’t fun. Acupuncture is amazing for regulating your cycle by reducing the impacts of stress, helping balance your hormones and stimulate proper blood flow to your reproductive organs. Many of our patients have noticed that with regular treatments, they notice more predictability, less stress, and a return of their regular cycle.

Call or text (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio, and let’s get you back in rhythm.

01/08/2026

Every January I see patients whose digestion has been a mess basically since Thanksgiving: bloating that makes them want to live in sweatpants, unpredictable bathroom trips, overwhelming fatigue that hits right after eating, and no appetite at all or uncontrollable cravings.

If this is you too, it’s not a failing on your part. Your system is probably just maxed out, post-holidays. It could be that rich food, emotional stress, less movement and irregular sleep are taxing your liver and gallbladder and your digestion is suffering as a result.

Acupuncture is really good at helping your digestive system recalibrate, not by forcing anything but by supporting the organs that are already working overtime. So your energy comes back, your mood stabilizes, your body starts to feel like yours again.

If your gut's been acting weird and you're tired of just managing it, call or text (519)829-3000 for a free 15-minute consultation, or book online through the link in our bio.

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85 Norfolk Street, Suite 103
Guelph, ON
N1H4J4

Opening Hours

Monday	2pm - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 2pm
Wednesday	9am - 2pm
Thursday	2pm - 7pm
Friday	9am - 2pm

Website

http://www.guelphcommunityacupuncture.ca/

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Acupuncture does not have to be expensive in order to be effective. We charge on a sliding scale of $20-$40. You choose what you want to pay, no questions asked.