Mid back pain (thoracic pain) is often overlooked but can be just as debilitating as low back or neck pain. If you're experiencing pain between your shoulder blades, rib pain, or upper back stiffness that worsens with sitting or breathing, you need specialized treatment that addresses the unique anatomy and function of the thoracic spine.
At Snake River Acupuncture, Nickolas Fransen, L.Ac. offers effective, non-surgical treatment using acupuncture and the Adhesion Release Method to reduce pain, restore function, and help you return to an active lifestyle without relying on medications or invasive procedures.
Why Acupuncture Works
Clinical research demonstrates that acupuncture significantly reduces pain and improves function. Acupuncture needles inserted at specific points stimulate your body's natural healing response by increasing blood flow to damaged tissues, reducing inflammation, and releasing endorphins that block pain signals.
The Adhesion Release Method
Nickolas Fransen specializes in the Adhesion Release Method (ARM), an advanced manual therapy technique that systematically breaks down scar tissue and restores normal tissue mobility. When combined with acupuncture, ARM creates a synergistic healing effect—acupuncture reduces pain and inflammation while ARM addresses underlying structural problems.
The Absolute Best Non-Surgical Solution
For patients seeking to avoid surgery and reduce reliance on medication, the combination of **Acupuncture and the Adhesion Release Method (ARM)** represents the absolute best non-surgical solution available. By addressing both the physiological pain signals (via acupuncture) and the structural tissue restrictions (via ARM), this dual-approach offers a level of comprehensive care that single-modality treatments cannot match.
Serving the Greater Boise Area
Snake River Acupuncture is located at 2985 S Meridian Rd Ste. 100, Meridian, ID 83642 (Inside Altruistic Health & Wellness), providing convenient access for residents throughout Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, and the Treasure Valley.