What Can Be Treated

Acupuncture has analgesic, relaxing, toning, balancing, and restorative effects on the body. Some conditions that are successfully supported include:

  • Headache and Migraine

  • Facial Palsy

  • Trigeminal neuralgia

  • Jaw pain / TMJ

  • Neck pain / whiplash

  • Shoulder pain / rotator cuff injury / frozen shoulder

  • Elbow pain / tennis elbow

  • Wrist & hand pain / carpal tunnel syndrome

  • Low back pain

  • Hip pain / sciatica

  • Hamstring injury

  • Knee pain / osteoarthritis

  • Shin splints

  • Achilles tendonitis

  • Foot pain / plantar fasciitis

  • Arthritis

  • Bursitis

  • Tendonitis

  • Muscle tension

  • Fatigue

  • Post-surgical recovery

Musculoskeletal and Neurological Issues

  • Stomach / duodenal ulcers

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

  • Gastrointestinal spasms

  • Gastritis

  • Colitis

  • Constipation

  • Diarrhea

  • Post-surgical recovery

Gastrointestinal Issues

  • Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

  • Menstrual cramps

  • Mastitis

  • Menopause

  • Infertility

  • Pregnancy discomforts

  • Breech fetal positioning

  • Insufficient milk production

  • Labor induction & easier delivery

  • Irregular, heavy or painful menstruation

Obstetric and Gynecological Issues

Mental and Emotional Issues

  • Stress

  • Insomnia

  • Minor Anxiety

  • Minor Depression

While these issues may be improved, please note that individual cases vary and some conditions are not necessarily cured.

  • "I highly recommend Mr. Shibata’s painless, safe, and effective treatments to all Canadians who have never tried acupuncture treatment before and to all who have tried other acupuncturists but weren’t satisfied."

    Dr. Yoshito Mukaino, M.D., Ph.D.

    Professor, Faculty of Sports and Health Science, Fukuoka University

    Chairman, Japanese National Licensing Committee for Acupuncture

    Director, Japanese Society of Acupuncture & Moxibustion

  • "Mr. Shibata was very gentle and his techniques were pain free. The pain [from a chronic shin splint injury] improved immediately and [I] was able to resume running shortly after. As a result, I was able to complete the Tokyo marathon with not only a personal best time but also qualify for the Boston marathon. "

    Dr. Ken Ginnan, B.Sc., D.M.D.

    Clinical Instructor, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia

    Dentist, Cascade Dental Maple Ridge

  • "Mr. Shibata’s knowledgeable hands and experience in the field of acupuncture have provided my patient referrals with effective relief. Those who see Mr. Shibata will be satisfied with his professional manner and feel comfortable with his therapeutic touch and skilled needling techniques."

    Dr. Richard Hunter, D.C.

    Co-Founder, Vancouver Spine Care Centre

  • "I have had Cluster Headaches, which is the most painful type of migraine headache, for about 10 years. I had tried many migraine specialists. I went to see Mr. Masamichi Shibata for 5 sessions and from the first session my headaches have stopped which is a huge relief in my everyday life. "

    Hossein Khakbaz Mohseni

  • "I received shiatsu and acupuncture treatment for chronic knee problems from a series of 3 sports injuries, stiff ankles from severe sprains, and bilateral hip pain which developed during my menopause. He treated me 5 times and all of those problems resolved. The way he integrates the relaxing and energizing qualities of shiatsu with his practice of acupuncture is fantastic."

    Elena Crippen, R.N., R.Ac.

    Registered Nurse & Registered Acupuncturist

  • "I went to Mr. Shibata approximately 3 months ago for what I can only describe as ‘perimenopausal’ symptoms. What was particularly debilitating was my abnormally short cycles which left me low in energy and with difficulty concentrating, etc. After my sessions with Mr. Shibata, my energy has increased, and my cycle has been restored to normal - a welcome change!"

    L. E. Mercer, B.A., M.A.

    Instructor, Columbia College

  • "I went in skeptically, realizing that the typical bout of plantar fasciitis would run approximately 6 months or longer. I had an upcoming tennis tournament and was at wit's end as to treatment alternatives. After one session with Daichan I was walking without a limp. Within 3 sessions, I was playing tennis again without pain. To me, this was somewhat unbelievable."

    Min Trevor Kyi

    Clinical Assistant Professor, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia

  • "I have infrequent but very painful GI spasms usually lasting 6-8 hours. I usually end up in the emergency department requiring a shot of narcotic and anti-spasmodic. At the beginning of my most recent attack, I coincidently had an appointment with Daichan. He treated me and the spasm stopped."

    Janet Macleod, R.N.

    Registered Nurse, Vancouver General Hospital

  • "After just one session I had increased range of motion in my injured shoulder (pain-free). After four sessions I felt a release in jaw tension as well as a partial clearing of nasal passages blocked from rhinitis. As well, during weekly sessions I experienced being PMS symptom-free 2 months in a row!"

    Joy Hemphill

    Behavioural Consultant

  • "When I was undergoing the Facial Rejuvenation process, I ran into a friend who I had not seen for a while who said, "You look younger every time I see you!" I have found that many of the wrinkles have lessened and are not as deep as they once appeared. The skin on my face is both tighter and smoother. The changes that I see are subtle but nevertheless obvious."

    Joan Tyldesley

    Retired School Teacher