Natalia Eichstaedt, L.Ac specializes in Sports Medicine Acupuncture. For mobile acupuncture services to your athletic team facilities, please contact Natalia.

Sports Medicine Acupuncture®

Highly Specialized Care. Results You Can Feel.

At Roots Wellness, Natalia Eichstaedt, L.Ac., C.SMA offers an elite form of acupuncture known as Sports Medicine Acupuncture®—a powerful blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern sports science.

Natalia is one of only four certified Sports Medicine Acupuncture practitioners in the entire state of Illinois.

Whether you're a high-performing athlete, an active weekend warrior, or recovering from injury, this advanced therapy is designed to:

  • Treat pain and injury at the root

  • Enhance athletic performance

  • Improve range of motion and recovery

  • Correct postural imbalances

What Makes This Different?

Sports Medicine Acupuncture goes beyond traditional acupuncture by incorporating:

  • Orthopedic assessments

  • Manual muscle testing

  • Motor point acupuncture to reset dysfunctional muscles

  • Postural and movement analysis

  • Soft tissue release techniques

  • PNF stretching and corrective exercises

This integrated approach identifies exactly where your body is out of balance—and corrects it. Many patients feel immediate improvement in mobility and pain relief after just one session. Follow-up care helps maintain results and prevent future injury.

Who It's For

Sports Medicine Acupuncture is ideal for:

  • Runners, cyclists, swimmers, and team athletes

  • Individuals recovering from injuries or surgeries

  • Anyone experiencing chronic or recurring pain

  • People who want to move better, feel stronger, and stay active

Conditions Treated

This advanced acupuncture method helps with a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Sprains & strains

  • Sciatica & back pain

  • Shoulder impingement & frozen shoulder

  • Plantar fasciitis & shin splints

  • Carpal tunnel & tennis elbow

  • TMJ & neck tension

  • Postural issues & performance fatigue

Mobile Treatments Available

Natalia also offers on-site acupuncture sessions for athletic teams and training facilities. Contact directly for mobile services or performance-based protocols tailored to your group.

Why Work With Natalia?

With years of experience collaborating alongside chiropractors, physical therapists, and movement specialists, Natalia brings a precise, high-level skillset to every session. Her mission is to get you back in the game—stronger, faster, and pain-free.