Feel the Lightness! How Cosmetic Acupuncture Transformed Neck and Shoulder Tension

Hello, this is Ginza Therapy Room Harika. Today, I want to share an incredible case that truly amazed me with its dramatic transformation.

One of our regular patients, a woman in her early 50s, visits us once a month. She primarily works in an office, occasionally working from home, and frequently travels for business. Her main complaints are chronic neck and shoulder tension, along with recurring headaches. She always walks in with a heavy bag slung over her shoulder, filled with her laptop and work essentials. Despite greeting us with an energetic "Good evening!" her body is noticeably tense and stiff.

A Woman Who Continuously Seeks New Challenges

During one of our sessions, she mentioned that she was job hunting. Her career has been full of twists and turns—working in a high-pressure law firm in her 20s, later changing jobs in her 30s due to health issues, and currently employed at a foreign-affiliated company.

"I’m really sensitive to light and sound, and I can’t stand direct airflow from air conditioners. That’s why I’m looking for a job where I can work from home more often."

Her words revealed both her sensitivity and her strong determination. She had navigated the tough job market during the employment ice age, persevering through multiple career changes. I couldn’t help but admire her resilience and ambition.

Could Teeth Clenching Be the Root Cause of Her Neck and Shoulder Pain?

Up until now, our treatments focused on acupuncture and oil massage for her neck and shoulders. However, I noticed that her jaw muscles (masseter muscles) were extremely tight, suggesting that unconscious teeth clenching could be a major contributor to her chronic stiffness and headaches. Based on this, I recommended trying cosmetic acupuncture.

This time, we added a 30-minute basic cosmetic acupuncture session. Around 30 fine needles were placed in her face and head, with low-frequency electrical stimulation applied specifically to the jaw and scalp. This not only helped relieve muscle tension but also supported her autonomic nervous system.

Since she is sensitive to light and sound, I also made sure to adjust the room’s lighting, volume, and air conditioning to make her as comfortable as possible.

The Astonishing Post-Treatment Change

After the session, she moved her neck in surprise and exclaimed:

"I haven’t felt this light since I was a student!"

Her voice was filled with excitement, almost as if she had traveled back in time to her youth.

When I touched her neck and shoulders, they were softer than I had ever felt before! It was like the difference between hardened mochi and freshly pounded mochi—soft, supple, and pliable.

Later, she happily reported, "Not only has my neck and shoulder stiffness improved, but my headaches have also become much less frequent!"

Cosmetic Acupuncture—More Than Just a Beauty Treatment!

Many people associate cosmetic acupuncture with reducing facial wrinkles and sagging, but as this case demonstrates, it can also be highly effective in relieving neck and shoulder tension and headaches.

For those who suffer from chronic discomfort caused by teeth clenching or autonomic nervous system imbalances, adding cosmetic acupuncture to your treatment plan can make a world of difference.

If you often feel fatigued or struggle with persistent stiffness, why not give cosmetic acupuncture a try?

Experience the incredible feeling of lightness and relaxation for yourself!