Acupuncture

Natural, evidenced-based treatment for holistic healing

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body. These points correspond to pathways through which energy flows. By stimulating these points, acupuncture can promote healing and alleviate various physical and mental ailments, including pain, stress, and digestive issues. This holistic approach is often used alongside other therapies to support overall well-being.

Who Can Benefit from Acupuncture?

Anyone seeking natural and holistic approaches to alleviate physical or mental ailments such as pain, stress, anxiety, insomnia, or digestive issues can benefit from acupuncture. Studies have shown its effectiveness when used alone or or to compliment other treatments of the following conditions:

Chronic pain
Headaches and migraines
Anxiety and depression
Stress
Insomnia and sleep disorders
Digestive disorders
Allergies and sinusitis
Menstrual cramps and irregularities
Infertility and reproductive health issues
Fatigue and low energy levels
Postoperative pain and recovery
Fibromyalgia
TMJ disorders
Chemotherapy-induced discomfort
Hypertension
Sports injuries
Musculoskeletal conditions
Respiratory conditions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Acupuncture is painless but not sensationless. Most patients fall asleep on the table!

A typical acupuncture session can range from 25 to 60 minutes, depending on the individual needs of the patient. Our Initial Assessments are scheduled for 1 hour 30 minutes, and our follow up sessions are scheduled to last 1 hour.

There is no universal response to acupuncture. Some patients see immediate relief while others need several sessions before feeling results. The cadence and frequency of treatments necessary will be determined between you and your practitioner.

Some may experience redness or minor bruising where the needles were inserted, or feelings of drowsiness. In most cases, these are not disruptive to carrying out everyday activities.

Treatments Commonly Used with Acupuncture

Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy helps relieve pain by releasing and bringing circulation to muscles, fascia, and connective tissue. Glass bulbs are suctioned to the skin, targeting specific areas.

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Moxibustion

The practice of applying moxa (mugwort, an herb) directly or compressed into a stick, which is lit and held just above the target area. Heat from the moxa creates blood flow, reducing pain and improving mobility.

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Gua Sha

The use of a small tool to manipulate the fascia in targeted areas, mobillizing soft tissue to reduce restrictions in muscles, fascia, tendons, and ligaments, or break down scar tissue.

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Herbal Formulas

Carefully curated custom formulas for each individual are consumed in powdered form or as a tea. The same herb will have different effects on different people or even the same person at a different time.

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