Acupuncture affects every system in the body. That means it can be used to support or improve almost any condition.

• Pain: back, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist, knees, ankles, feet, jaw, face, headaches, joints, muscles, connective tissue, shingles, peripheral neuropathy, fibromyalgia, trigeminal neuralgia, arthritis, gout, etc.

• Recovery: pain and scarring from injuries or surgery, help mitigate side effects of chemotherapy and radiation

• Women’s health: fertility, irregular periods, painful periods, PMS, menopause, hot flashes, night sweats

• Digestion/Urination: Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn’s Disease, constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, stomach ache, frequent urination

• Sleep/Energy: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, insomnia, low energy

• Emotions: irritability, stress, worry, over-thinking, feeling “off”

• Immune system: seasonal allergies, asthma, chronic bronchitis, smoking cessation

• Auto-immune: Symptoms of auto-immune conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Psoriasis, Meniere’s Disease, Lupus, etc.

• And so much more!

Acupuncture is a safe and gentle option when administered by a well-trained and licensed practitioner. It’s a great option for most people and for most conditions. The first step is an initial exam to see if you’re a good candidate (you probably are!).

Acupuncture works with frequency and consistency. The total number of treatments you need depends on the severity and complexity of your condition.

Most people need acupuncture 2 to 3 times a week for several weeks at the beginning. With time, your body will begin to accept and hold onto the changes.

For most people:
- Simple case: 1-3 months
- Severe, complex case: 3-12 months

No two people are alike, and no two people will have the same care plan.

The total cost of your care plan from beginning to end depends on: 1) the severity of your condition, 2) how quickly you respond, and 3) your goals.

Examples:
1. If you’re young, healthy, and have a brand new issue, your treatment time and investment will be less.
2. If you’re older, have multiple chronic conditions, and you’ve experienced the issue for a long time, your treatment time and investment will be greater.

What about insurance? We're a self-pay clinic and we don't process insurance, but if your policy covers "out of network" acupuncture, we can give you a receipt that you can submit yourself.

In the hands of a well-trained and licensed acupuncturist, the risks are minimal.

You can expect bruising or soreness where the needles are inserted. Your symptoms may temporarily increase. This is a normal part of healing.

Positive side effects include: more energy, better sleep, stress relief, better digestion, and much more!

Some points may feel like a mosquito bite or a little spark that lasts for a few seconds and then subsides. Normal responses include a feeling of heaviness, or a dull, aching sensation around the point. Remember, we’re working with the nervous system, so we want you to feel something. For most people, it’s actually a very pleasant experience and some even fall asleep during treatment.

Even though acupuncture has been used clinically for thousands of years, and has been extensively researched, we still have a lot of learn about how it works.

What we do know:

• It influences every biological, chemical, and neurological system in the body.

• It reduces inflammation.

• It increases blood flow without increasing heart rate.

• It reduces pain and releases endorphins.

• It trains the brain to take over those functions on its own - which is how we restore function and get lasting results.

If you're into the science, a quick search of the website “PubMed” will bring up thousands of quality research studies from around the world, for almost every conceivable condition.

Dry needling is the tip of the iceberg in acupuncture and it’s the very first thing Licensed Acupuncturists learn in our 4-year Master’s degree program.

Your licensed acupuncturist has extensive experience getting results using the most advanced acupuncture techniques available.

When you receive acupuncture at our clinic, you can be assured that our practitioners are properly trained and licensed to identify and apply the most advanced and effective acupuncture techniques to help your reach your goals quickly and efficiently.

The training for fully Licensed Acupuncturists includes:

• A 4-year Master’s degree with coursework in anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology. We receive training in the most advanced and effective acupuncture techniques, and the proper diagnosis techniques to administer Traditional Chinese herbal medicine. We’re trained to treat every bio-medical system in the body.

• Training in safe, clean, and effective needle technique which includes proper location, depth, angle and needle manipulation for over 800 points on the body.

• One year clinical acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine residency.

• 4 National board exams to become fully licensed.

• Required continuing education to maintain licensure.