At our Edmonton Acupuncture Clinic, The Acupuncture Turning Point, I, Gord Grant, help people transform their health through the wisdom and practice of acupuncture. My approach isn’t about following the old methods rigidly or relying on my authority—I’m here to empower you to become the one who understands and guides your own healing process.

While acupuncture is often seen as effective for pain management and balancing the body’s systems, the true power lies in the partnership I form with each client. Together, we explore your health from all angles, integrating acupuncture into your broader life experience, rather than viewing it as a stand-alone solution.

Here, you’ll find not just traditional practices, but modern insights that reflect my journey as a scientist, farmer, and practitioner—all experiences that have given me a deep understanding of how health works in real life, beyond the white coat.

When you come into my clinic, you’ll experience a calm, thoughtful environment where I work with you, not as an expert imposing authority, but as a guide who sees you, understands your challenges, and supports your body’s natural healing potential.

Explore the sections below to learn more about the many ways acupuncture can support you—from relieving pain to promoting overall health and well-being.

Read our blogs that talk about the science of acupuncture…

The needles are sterile, disposable, and ultra-thin. People experience acupuncture treatments differently, but most feel little or no pain as the needles are inserted. Once inserted, the sensation is often felt as a mild to moderate fullness or tingling, and a general feeling of relaxation and wellbeing.

Sometimes bruising or discomfort is perceived at the needle site after treatment, but significant problems associated with acupuncture are extraordinarily rare. Aside from the 3 years of coursework required in Alberta, registered acupuncturists (R.Ac.) also undergo several hundred hours of practical and clinical training to ensure safe and effective handling of needles.

• Low Back and Neck Pain
• Knee Osteoarthritis
• Headache and Migraine
• Shoulder dysfunction
• Tennis Elbow
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• TMJ
• Fibromyalgia
• Cancer Pain, Nausea

In addition to treating their primary concerns, people often report additional benefits such as increased energy and vitality, restorative sleep, healthier appetite, greater enjoyment of life, better handling of stressful situations, and an overall sense of well-being.

Stress-related health problems

• Difficulty sleeping
• Hypertension
• Stress, depression, anxiety
• Addictions
• Digestive problems

For more information about acupuncture research visit the Society for Acupuncture Research.

In modern times acupuncture has been validated by scientific research, and continues to evolve as it integrates with modern medicine in complementary and synergistic ways.

Yes! It helps balance many complex metabolic functions of the body, including the neuro-hormonal dimensions of health, since it addresses root constitutional imbalances as opposed to symptoms alone.

• Menopause
• PMS, Subfertility
• Prostatitis, erectile dysfunction
• Labour and delivery (induction, easing pain and duration)

For more information, see our webpage on reproductive health.

For some people, fear of or sensitivity to needles can prevent them from receiving the assistance of acupuncture for commonly treated problems. At our Edmonton acupuncture clinic, we offer a variety of non-needle options for people who are sensitive to needles. These include acupressure, ear seed therapy, transcutaneous electro-stimulation, and low-level laser stimulation of acupoints. Ear seeds, laser acutherapy, and electrostimulation can all be part of a full 50 minute session.

Ear seed therapy (auricular therapy) is offered when our Edmonton acupuncture community clinics are operating – this is the time you can schedule an ear seed session!

“Low-level laser” therapy is safe, pain-free, and scientifically demonstrated to be effective in stimulating acupoints, decreasing pain & inflammation, and stimulating tissue regeneration.