Looking for a natural alternative to pain relief that really works? You’ve come to the right place! Shawn Kinsella LAc, LMT, MAcOM specializes in using traditional medicine, for injury rehabilitation, and pain management in South East Portland, Oregon. Using Acupuncture, Asian medical massage, and lifestyle guidance Shawn has been transforming the lives of athletes and the general public in Portland since 2010.
Professional and amateur athletes from many different sports including triathletes, cyclists, and runners seek out Shawn's expertise for one simple reason: Results! He has a deep understanding of the injuries and patterns associated with these and many other sports. He has worked with athletic clubs such as Team in Training, Velo Club La Grange, and LA Tri Club providing pre and post event sports massage at a multitude of events on the west coast. Shawn has touched and helped hundreds of athletes to succeed in competition and excel in their sport.
Shawn doesn’t just work with athletes however. He has worked alongside chiropractors, other acupuncturists and MD’s to treat patients with a multitude of acute and chronic pain syndromes. An expert in scar tissue removal, exercise therapy, and whole body realignment Shawn will get you back to your pain free life as quickly as possible.
You don't need to be injured or in pain to benefit from traditional medicine. In fact receiving regular "tune ups" and lifestyle guidance will not only help prevent injury, and improve athletic performance for athletes, it can also help you avoid becoming dependent on many types of pharmaceuticals.
Having been an athlete his entire life Shawn understands the demands physically and mentally in training and preparing for competition. He trained and competed for over a decade in Muay Thai Kickboxing and continues to train in Crossfit, Tai Chi, and Qi Gong. When he's not in the office treating clients you can find him working out on playground equipment with his 3 yea old son Kele at his side, backpacking and exploring with his wife Minga, Surfing at Oregon beaches, and snowboarding in the mountains.
What to expect at your appointment:
Treatments are therapeutic in nature and focus on the specific injury or needs of the patient. Most appointments will be split between bodywork and acupuncture treatments. Patients will be treated on a massage table and will be fully clothed in shorts and t-shirt during the massage treatment and may be partially disrobed, in a hospital gown, for the application of acupuncture needles. Lifestyle advice may include therapeutic exercise, dietary recommendations, and/or herbal/nutraceutical supplements.
Other therapies we use include:
Kinesio taping
Dry needling
Fire cupping
Gua sha/ Graston
Electro acupuncture
Moxibustion
Contact Shawn to schedule your appointment: shawn@mettariver.com 503-234-0325