Discover the Power of Integrative Care at Priscilla Kerr Wellness
Millions of Canadians live with chronic or recurring pain that diminishes their quality of life and limits daily activity. At Priscilla Kerr Wellness in Whyte Ridge, Winnipeg ‘s Waverly West Community , we believe pain relief should address the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—rather than a single symptom. That’s why our clinic pairs evidence-informed acupuncture with therapeutic massage to tackle the root causes of discomfort and speed your return to vibrant living.
Below, see how this dynamic duo can help you move, work, and play without pain.
1. How Acupuncture and Massage Therapy Work Together
Acupuncture Massage Therapy
Inserts ultra-fine sterile needles at precise meridian points to restore healthy energy (“qi”) flow, calm the nervous system, and trigger the body’s natural pain-blocking chemicals. Uses focused pressure, stretching, and gliding techniques to loosen knots, flush metabolic waste, boost circulation, and lengthen tight muscle fibers.
Why the combination matters
Amplified effects – A relaxed, well-oxygenated muscle responds more quickly to acupuncture point stimulation, while reduced neural pain signals from acupuncture allow massage work to go deeper without soreness.
Whole-body balance – Needles tune the internal circuitry; hands-on work re-educates soft tissues. Together they reset both the “software” and the “hardware” of your musculoskeletal system.
2. Conditions We Commonly Treat
Persistent low-back or neck pain
Arthritis, fibromyalgia, and other inflammatory disorders
Tension and migraine headaches
Sports injuries, overuse strains, or motor-vehicle accident pain
Sciatica, carpal tunnel, or other nerve entrapments
Stress-related tightness, fatigue, and insomnia
Whether your pain is acute or has lingered for years, our blended approach targets why it hurts, not just where it hurts.
3. Supporting Your Mental & Emotional Health
Pain rarely travels alone; it is often accompanied by anxiety, irritability, and sleep disruption. Acupuncture’s endorphin release and massage’s soothing touch activate the parasympathetic “rest-and-digest” response, lowering cortisol and fostering a sense of calm. Many clients report:
Sharper mental focus
Better mood stability
Deeper, more restorative sleep
When your mind unwinds, your body heals faster.
4. Your Custom Treatment Roadmap
At your first visit we conduct a thorough intake—health history, lifestyle, goals—then craft a plan that may alternate or combine acupuncture and massage in the same day or in the next 24 hours. We adjust frequency, techniques, and homework (stretches, ergonomic tweaks, breath work) as you progress, ensuring you receive exactly what your recovery requires.
5. Begin Your Journey to Lasting Relief
Our new clinic home at 103 Scurfield Blvd., Unit A was designed for serenity: warm lighting, spacious treatment rooms, and a team that collaborates daily. Led by Dr. Priscilla Kerr, TCM Dr, R.Ac, and licensed massage therapists work side-by-side so you never feel shuffled between providers.
Ready to experience integrated care that puts you at the center?