Wildwood Acupuncture: Pain Relief Without Medication

In the heart of downtown Canby, Wildwood Acupuncture occupies a familiar site on NW 2nd Ave., which was once home to Parsons Pharmacy, and, more recently, the Book Nook. Bringing new life to the space, Wildwood Acupuncture is committed to helping individuals feel better, move easier, and manage the stress of everyday life through acupuncture and the practice of holistic Eastern medicine.

Patients who visit Wildwood Acupuncture frequently come seeking relief from pain: chronic pain, sports injuries, or motor vehicle accidents. Andrew Wildwood, owner and sole practitioner of Wildwood Acupuncture notes, “I specialize more in what we would call sports medicine or orthopedic acupuncture.” He works with the body’s musculoskeletal and nervous systems to reduce pain and improve function. “I know people often go to their chiropractors, but they forget that acupuncture is actually very good in helping with physical recovery and the nervous system component from being in a traumatic event,” he relates.

While the majority of Wildwood patients are adults, teenagers often respond particularly well to treatment, especially for sports-related pain. Very young patients are typically treated with gentle, non-needle approaches such as Shiatsu massage and acupressure. Many patients also come for the mental and emotional side of wellness. “We’re really good at pushing through stress,” Andrew remarks, “but it affects everything – our sleep, our energy, our ability to think clearly – and Eastern medicine helps reconnect those pieces.”

Andrew emphasizes that acupuncture and Eastern medicine are not replacements for Western medical care, which is excellent for acute conditions and major interventions. But he sees Eastern medicine as “fine-tuned towards helping us manage how our mind and our body interconnect in a holistic way.” In addition to acupuncture (just one part of Eastern medicine),  Andrew offers Chinese herbal formulas tailored to meet unique health needs as well as lifestyle and dietary guidance.

With nine years of clinical experience, Andrew opened Wildwood Acupuncture in Canby in June of 2024 as a place where people can find relief and support in a calm, one-on-one setting. A longstanding local, Andrew grew up in Oregon City and for over five years now, he and his wife Sarah and their two children have called Canby home. Sarah is also an owner and practitioner for Unfurl Yoga & Wellness in Canby.

Andrew earned his master’s degree from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, the top-ranked acupuncture school in America for many years, with one of the most respected acupuncture programs in the country. Although acupuncturists in the state of Oregon aren’t designated as doctors, Andew is fully trained at the master-level which reflects his years of study in anatomy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and therapeutic techniques.

“I didn’t grow up with Chinese medicine,” he says. “I actually approached it as a skeptic. When I finally tried acupuncture and experienced real relief, it opened my eyes.” One of Andrew’s main goals is helping people understand that acupuncture is not painful, but actually a very comfortable relaxing process that does a lot for physical discomfort, mental clarity, and stress.

Open Monday–Friday by appointment, the practice has seen steady growth, which Andrew attributes to Canby’s strong sense of community. “I’m grateful for how supportive people have been,” he says, noting the 5-Star Google Reviews. “Most of my patients come because someone they trust shared their experience.” For those new to acupuncture, Wildwood offers a free 15-minute consultation, in person or by phone, to answer questions and explore the Eastern medicine approach to health.

Moving into the new space was a big step 10 years in the making, which gave realization to Andrew’s vision, “to offer a relaxing space where I can support as many people as possible.”

Wildwood Acupuncture is located at 294 NW 2nd Ave., Suite B, in Canby. Call (503)936-9091 or email wildacupuncture@gmail.com. For more information visit, wildacupuncture.com.