Acupuncture in Asheville, NC
Acupuncture That Addresses What Is Actually Causing Your Pain
We are regional specialists in pain relief, injury recovery, and complex conditions that have not fully resolved elsewhere. We are the only clinic in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee working in the advanced Japanese Acupuncture tradition of Kiiko Matsumoto, a living master trained directly in Japan.
Why Patients Choose Asheville Orthopedic Acupuncture
Specialized Pain Relief
Results-Driven Care
Rare Depth of Training and Integrated Bodywork
Trusted Local Experience
Conditions We Commonly Treat
Common symptoms we treat with Orthopedic Acupuncture:
- Chronic low back pain that has not fully resolved with other treatments
- Herniated or bulging discs with or without leg symptoms
- Muscle spasm, tightness, and restricted movement in the lower back
- Sacroiliac joint pain and hip-related low back patterns
- Post-surgical back pain or residual discomfort after procedures
- Sciatica and referred pain down the leg (see our Sciatica page)
- Low back pain from hiking, trail running, or other outdoor activities common in Asheville
- Muscle tightness or spasms
- Back pain
- Sciatica and nerve irritation
- Meniscus-related knee pain
- Shoulder pain including frozen shoulder and rotator cuff strain
- Plantar fasciitis
- Neck pain
- Carpal tunnel symptoms
- Athletic overuse injuries
Orthopedic Acupuncture with a Gentle Japanese Approach
Orthopedic Acupuncture integrates functional movement testing, palpation of the involved structures, and treatment based on what is found in the body. We use gentle Acupuncture techniques rooted in Japanese Acupuncture, along with gentle warming moxibustion when circulation support and tissue recovery are appropriate.
Treatments are well tolerated, even for patients who are sensitive or hesitant about Acupuncture. When needles are used, we work with the thinnest Japanese needles, as fine as a hair follicle. We work with care and intention.
This approach is often effective for cases that have not fully responded to other treatments.
We Specialize in Cases That Have Not Resolved Elsewhere
Many of our patients arrive after months or years of working through other options. Physical therapy, chiropractic care, injections, rest. What they share is pain that has not fully resolved and a need for a different clinical perspective.
We also see acute injuries, sports-related strain, and patients who simply want precise, assessment-driven care from the start.
● Active adults managing pain and recurring flare-ups from hiking, trail running, climbing, cycling, pickle ball, training, or overuse
● Athletes with sports injuries, overuse conditions, and performance-limiting pain
● Acute injuries from lifting, twisting, or sudden strain
● Pain that radiates into the hips, glutes, legs, or into the limbs or refers to areas away from the source
● Stiffness and limited mobility that worsens with sitting or inactivity
●Complex or unclear diagnoses that have not responded to conventional care
● Last hope. When you feel that you have no options left, Chinese Medicine can offer you a different perspective on your health. Often times, this difference equates to a better quality of life for you.
● Long-standing back pain that has not fully responded to other care
● Auto-immune conditions, post-viral complications, Arthritis, tendonitis
● Pre and post surgical support –eases pain and speeds recovery times
● GI symptoms, immune system, skin (Psoriasis, hives, post Shingles symptoms, etc)
Clinical Depth That’s Genuinely Rare
Chad Johnson, MS, L.Ac.
Clinic Director · Licensed Acupuncturist · Orthopedic Specialist
Chad’s work is shaped by over 20 years of direct clinical experience, 17 years of advanced training in Japanese Acupuncture including direct study with Kiiko Matsumoto, and direct training in Japan. His approach combines precise palpation, orthopedic assessment, and targeted needling to identify and treat the structures driving pain. He is the only practitioner in Asheville and Greater Western North Carolina working in this tradition.
Before becoming an acupuncturist, Chad trained in Massage Therapy and spent years working in a range of Western and Eastern modalities including Shiatsu and Tui Na. That foundation, combined with decades of anatomical study, supports a level of precision patients often notice early in care.
This depth of training allows for a more specific, results-oriented approach, especially in cases that have not fully responded to other treatments.
What Patients Are Saying
Aubrey O. | Asheville
★★★★★
Patty D.
★★★★★
Warren A. · Weaverville
★★★★★
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Understand Your Case
Identify the Source
Treat with Precision
You’ll leave with clear guidance on follow-up care and what to do between visits.
Ready to Find Out If Acupuncture Is Right for Your Condition?
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Orthopedic Acupuncture
Does Acupuncture actually work for pain?
How many sessions will I need?
What is the difference between Acupuncture and Dry needling?
Does BCBS cover Acupuncture in North Carolina?
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina covers Acupuncture for some plans, particularly for Low Back Pain. Coverage varies by plan type and employer contract. We provide a superbill for reimbursement if you have coverage. You can read more about insurance coverage on our BCBS page.
https://chadjohnsonacupuncture.com/does-bcbs-cover-acupuncture/
I have tried physical therapy and it did not help. Can Acupuncture help?
Is the treatment gentle?
Questions Before You Book?
Not sure if Acupuncture is right for your situation? Want to know what to expect? Send us a message. We will get back to you to discuss your specific case.
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Mon–Fri 8am–7pm by appointment
Proudly Serving Asheville & All of WNC
Asheville Orthopedic Acupuncture | Moxa House
866 Haywood Rd, West Asheville, NC 28806
(828) 333-5087 Book Online
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