Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is proven to help maintain general wellness, increase vitality, promote circulation, and decrease pain. It can provide solution and relief for common ailments, as well as more complicated issues. Incorporating acupuncture into your health care plan will help to unfold your innate capacity for wellness. You will learn about yourself and the world around you, and ultimately gain restorative and preventative practices in the process.

Emerging research theories in the field of evidence based Acupuncture agree that the process of inserting a needle into the tissue elicits physiological changes at the local, regional (spinal cord) and general (brain) level, signaling the brain to release hormones and neurotransmitters via the endocrine system. This process generates an inflammatory response, and produces a healing effect. We’ve also learned that brain activity is stimulated through the use of MRI’s while acupuncture is being performed.

A licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.) holds a Master's degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, and many have also obtained diplomate status (Dipl. O.M.), which means they are able to prescribe Chinese herbal remedies. On average, practitioners complete a total of 4-6 years or more of education and clinical experience including extensive studies in both Chinese and Western medical theories, techniques, and research methods.

In 2003, the World Health Organization (WHO) published Acupuncture: Review and Analysis of Reports on Controlled Clinical Trials. This recognizes acupuncture as an effective, evidence-based treatment strategy for over 30 symptoms, conditions, and diseases. The list includes low back pain, sciatica, headaches, morning sickness, primary dysmenorrhea, anxiety, and depression.

In addition to these proven benefits, the report also lists over 55 symptoms, diseases, and conditions for which Acupuncture has shown potential therapeutic outcomes

Learn more about Evidence Based Acupuncture.

Acupuncture needles are very thin and rarely cause pain. During the treatment, as you begin to relax and your stress response decreases, you may feel other sensations such as warmth, coolness, loosening, clarity, or a slight tingling.

Each person and each condition is unique. Some issues take longer to resolve, while some issues respond more quickly. The greatest factor that will determine a beneficial result is the immune system, which allows our bodies to remain resilient in the face of change. On your initial visit, after intake and a discussion about your goals, a treatment strategy will be provided, and will include recommended treatment frequency, therapies, and self-care techniques.

Our practitioner is skilled in a variety of complimentary modalities and disciplines including:

Moxibustion: A type of heat therapy involving the herb Mugwort

Tuina Massage: A form of Asian bodywork that utilizes meridian therapy, acupressure, anatomy, and physical assessment

Cupping Therapy: A practice utilized in many healing traditions that employs glass, plastic, or silicone cupping tools. Cups are placed with intention on specific areas of the body to create suction and release tension, reduce rigidity, and increase tissue circulation and oxygenation.

Guasha: A technique that utilizes instrument-assisted unidirectional press-stroking on an area of the body surface to intentionally create transitory therapeutic petechiae for the purpose of eliminating noxious elements

Nutritional therapy: A functional approach to dietetics rooted in East Asian medical theory. Through aligned whole food recommendations that fit your constitution, this methodology can help to correct imbalances, and decrease the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and other diseases.

We do not accept insurance at this time. If you know that your policy covers acupuncture services, we are happy to provide an itemized receipt that you can submit to your provider for reimbursement after your session is completed and paid for.