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Acupuncture

Acupuncture is an ancient healing modality originating from Eastern Asian countries. Specifically, this treatment modality consists of the insertion of fine, sterile needles into the body at specific points shown to be effective in restoring health and balance. The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture to be effective for more than forty common disorders.

What to Expect:

During a typical acupuncture session, the practitioner will ask questions regarding the patient's chief complaint as well as any other relevant health-related issues. The practitioner often looks at the tongue and takes the pulse as part of diagnosis as well. Once the acupuncturist has formulated a diagnostic plan based in traditional theories, the patient relaxes on a treatment table while the practitioner inserts needles at various strategic points on the body. Once the needles are in and the patient is comfortable (yes, comfortable!), the patient may rest with the needles for 30 - 45 minutes. It is suggested that patients use loose comfortable clothing for treatment. At times the patient is asked to change and use provided drapes or gowns so that certain points can be accessed on the back or other problem areas. In addition to the acupuncture, any of the following modalities may be employed to compliment the treatment:

Chinese Herbs

Chinese herbal medicine is a comprehensive ancient system of herbal therapeutics that uses specific formulations to balance the organs and energies of the body. The theories applied are specific to East Asian Medicine in that they balance yin, yang, qi, and blood in the body to improve health and alleviate illness. Chinese herbal remedies are an excellent way to augment acupuncture treatment plans. Most of the herbal therapies used in my clinic come in capsule form for increased compliance and convenience.

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Functional Nutrition

Have you ever considered that the food you eat on a daily basis is the first step (or hindrance) to your well-being? Traditional East Asian Medicine has closely studied the energies and qualities of foods we eat in order to better understand which foods can bring better balance to our health. It is crucial to discover and adhere to a diet that is specifically balanced to our bodys' needs in order to heal and maintain good health. In addition to this unique ancient perspective on diet and nutrition, I have trained in advanced functional nutrition in order to blend the knowledge of past and present in a unique way. This approach has a comprehensive understanding of the affects of the "Standard American Diet" and the long term harm it can do to our health and well-being. Functional nutrition approaches use laboratory testing to confirm the imbalances of our body and what approaches will bring us closer to optimal health. Please enquire at your first appointment for more information regarding gut healing protocols, hormonal balancing, and in depth approaches to balancing blood chemistry.

Acupressure, Tui Na (Massage)

Although I rarely meet someone who cannot tolerate my needling technique, there are other therapeutic options in East Asian Medicine that do not require needles. Acupressure can be employed by using hands, fingers, or blunt objects to apply pressure to acu-points for therapeutic results without needles. I often teach my patients a few points for self-applied acupressure for extra tools to self-treat at home.

Tui Na (pronounced twee- NA) is a type of therapeutic bodywork that comes from Traditional East Asian Medicine. This vigorous massage technique focuses on the acupuncture points and meridians to correct the flow of energies in the body. I typically use this at the end of a private acupuncture session after the needles have been removed.

Cupping

Cupping therapy is a modality that is traditionally included in East Asian Medicine (also called Traditional Chinese Medicine or TCM). With this technique, a partial vacuum is created under glass or rubber cups against the skin in order to promote the flow of qi and blood. The sensation can be compared to a deep massage, except that the tissues are picked up and stretched under the cup instead of being compressed. Even though this technique may leave bruising or marks on the skin, most patient report that it feels wonderful and helps to relieve muscle tension.

Rates

First Session + Medical Intake (1.5 Hours) : $110

Follow-up sessions (1 Hour): $80

We accept most insurances that cover acupuncture.

Rates listed above are for payment on date of service only.