{"id":10245,"date":"2025-04-01T10:17:59","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T14:17:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/?post_type=expertise&#038;p=10245"},"modified":"2025-04-01T10:17:59","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T14:17:59","slug":"acupuncture-after-a-work-accident-cnesst","status":"publish","type":"expertise","link":"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/en\/expertise\/acupuncture-after-a-work-accident-cnesst\/","title":{"rendered":"Acupuncture after a work accident (CNESST)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Why consult an Acupuncturist after a work accident?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"248\">Acupuncture is a therapeutic approach recognized by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnesst.gouv.qc.ca\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CNESST<\/a> and prescribed by physicians in many situations. It can be helpful for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"432\">Relieving acute or chronic pain: lower back pain, neck pain, headaches, joint pain (knee, shoulder, ankle), tendinitis (e.g., tennis elbow), post-surgical pain, neuropathic pain;<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"472\">Reducing inflammation and swelling;<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"527\">Relaxing muscles and reducing stiffness or spasms;<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"551\">Improving mobility;<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"624\">Easing stress, anxiety, or sleep disturbances related to the injury;<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"698\">Decreasing numbness, electric shock sensations, or loss of sensation;<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"761\">Supporting your overall health during the healing process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"869\">Your doctor can prescribe acupuncture as part of your CNESST file. Don\u2019t hesitate to discuss it with them.<\/p>\n<div class=\"saviez-vous\"><span class=\"saviez\">DID<br \/>\nYOU<br \/>\n<i>KNOW?<\/i>In Quebec, the acupuncture profession has been regulated since 1994. All acupuncturists must be members of the <a href=\"https:\/\/o-a-q.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ordre des acupuncteurs du Qu\u00e9bec<\/a>, which ensures public protection and the quality of care provided.<\/span><\/div>\n<h2>What are the common treatments?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1295\">Acupuncture is one of the safest approaches in healthcare (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.evidencebasedacupuncture.org\/safety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">source<\/a>). Treatments are always tailored to your condition, symptoms, and personal goals.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1333\">Here are some commonly used methods:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1405\"><strong>A comprehensive evaluation<\/strong> of your health and work-related injury;<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1483\"><strong>An individualized treatment plan<\/strong>, aligned with your medical prescription;\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1534\">Techniques for stimulating acupuncture points:<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1580\">Acupressure (manual pressure on points)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1604\">Laser stimulation<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1636\">Gentle electrostimulation<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1669\">Moxibustion (heat therapy)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1720\">Cupping (a technique popular among athletes)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1759\">Fine, single-use sterile needles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1847\"><strong>Regular follow-ups<\/strong> and <strong>personalized advice<\/strong> to support the effects between sessions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How does a session work?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"2089\"><strong>At the first appointment<\/strong>, the acupuncturist will perform a thorough assessment: your general health, your injury, symptoms, and treatment goals will be reviewed, along with your medical prescription.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2313\">Each session begins with a discussion about your progress. Then, you\u2019ll be comfortably positioned for the treatment, which lasts <strong>between 20 and 40 minutes<\/strong>. Many patients take this opportunity to relax or enjoy a light nap.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2480\">Appointments are typically scheduled<strong> 1 to 2 times per week<\/strong> at the beginning of care. Starting treatment early helps prevent chronic pain and optimizes your recovery.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"accordeon-entete\"><span style=\"color: #00aeef;\">Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<\/span><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":10310,"template":"","class_list":["post-10245","expertise","type-expertise","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Acupuncture after a work accident (CNESST) | PhysioExtra<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover how acupuncture can help you overcome work-related injuries (CNESST) and regain your quality of life on a daily basis.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" 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