The Society Health Integration Project (SHIP)

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We’re looking for patients 14-55 years old who suffer from pain or mental health issues to examine the effectiveness of using Complementary and Alternative Medicine interventions such as Acupuncture and Mind-Body Exercises to treat or manage these health concerns.

About S.H.I.P.

The Society Health Integration Project (SHIP) is funded by the Alberta Government providing an innovative approach by integrating Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) services with Conventional Medicine to help achieve social recovery and improve economic participation.

Our study targets Albertans facing challenges with mental health and well-being issues,
including but not limited to the followings:

  • mental health concerns and/or conditions (e.g. sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, fatigue, burnout, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc.)
  • chronic or acute pain, or pain management issues
  • general malaise and discomforts that impact overall wellness

About CAM

Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) refers to medical practices that are not part of conventional medical care. Such treatments include acupuncture, dietary therapy, and mind-body therapies. 

Numerous scientific studies worldwide have showcased the beneficial outcomes of CAM when integrated with Conventional Medicine as an effective hybrid strategy in addressing conditions such as chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. Studies have also established the positive impact of CAM on quality of life and its merit as preventive medicine.

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Our Program and Services

Study for Albertans with Pain and/or Mental Health concerns:

We’re looking for patients 14-55 years old who suffer from pain or mental health issues to examine the effectiveness of using Complementary and Alternative Medicine interventions such as Acupuncture and Mind-Body Exercises to treat or manage these health concerns.

Participants will be asked to take part in:

1. Free acupuncture treatments over 1-2 months and/or free Baduanjin Qigong classes
2. Average 4 surveys：1 at the initial visit; 1 at the 6th and 12th acupuncture treatment; 1 post-treatment over the phone or online.

We will use treatment protocols for pain management and mental health that have been developed and validated in an interventional research project led by the University of Calgary. Previous interventional studies have suggested that CAM services may be beneficial for the management of various pain and mental health issues. Please visit abchip.ca for more information.

Participants will not need to pay for the interventions they receive in SHIP.

Location:

3rd Floor, 628 12 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta

Parking: 2 hours of free parking provided

To check if you meet the eligibility requirements, call the study team @ (587) 333-6600.

What services do we offer?

Acupuncture & Moxibustion

Dietary Therapy

Mind-Body Exercise

Contact

General Inquiries
(587) 333-6600

Email
info.abship@gmail.com

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