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Acupuncture works well
with these conditions
1. Pain Symptoms
Chronic Pain (Back, Neck, Shoulder)
Headaches & Migraines
Arthritis & Joint Pain
Sciatica
Fibromyalgia
Tendonitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Post-Surgical Pain
TMJ (Jaw Pain)
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2. Neurological & Mental Health
Stress & Anxiety
Depression
Insomnia & Sleep Disorders
PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Neuropathy & Nerve Pain
Bell’s Palsy
Stroke Recovery
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3. Digestive Disorders
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Acid Reflux & Heartburn
Constipation & Diarrhea
Nausea & Vomiting (including chemotherapy-induced)
Bloating & Indigestion
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4. Respiratory & Immune System Support
Allergies & Sinusitis
Asthma
Colds & Flu Prevention
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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5. Cardiovascular & Circulatory Issues
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Poor Circulation
Dizziness & Vertigo
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6. Skin Conditions
Acne
Eczema & Psoriasis
Hives & Rashes
Then What will Happen
in an Acupuncture Session?
Treatment with me typically follows a structured process, and knowing what to expect can help you feel more comfortable. Here’s what a session usually involves.
1. Begin taken pulse
I will place three fingers on the radial artery (on the wrist) of your both hands. Each position relates to different organs. I assess the pulse depth, speed, strength, and quality to identify imbalances.
2. Answering questions related to your health concerns
I take a holistic approach, considering the mind, body, and lifestyle, ask a variety of questions to assess your overall health. They are included: symptoms, chief concerns, digestion&appetite, sleep patterns, energy levels, emotional and mental health, lifestyle and habits, etc.
3. Showing your tongue
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the tongue is like a "map" that reflects the condition of your Qi (energy), blood, and organ systems.
4. Receiving and relaxation
You will be lying on a soft massage bed, warm up with TDP lamp. Enjoy the ambience music and optionally some essential oil scents. The needles I use for most parts of your body are 0.20mm thick, and insert them in about 0.5-1.3inch.You won't feel too much when I insert. But you may have some sensations which could be described as light heaviness or mild electric flow, or feel the adjustment on your body. Those are normal responses, we call it "received qi".
Tell me more about the needles
Acupuncture needles aren’t like the ones you see at the doctor’s office for shots—they’re way thinner and designed to be super gentle.
They’re usually made from stainless steel, which is flexible, strong, and resists rusting. Sometimes you might find fancier ones made of silver or gold, but that’s pretty rare.
These needles are tiny—we’re talking thinner than a strand of hair—and they come in different lengths depending on where they’re going on your body. The tips aren’t sharp like regular needles either; they’re rounded and tapered so they can slide between skin cells without cutting, which means less pain and barely any damage.
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Most have a solid shaft and a little handle made of coiled wire or plastic so the acupuncturist can grip them easily.
And don’t worry about hygiene—they’re all sterile and used just once. When they're inserted, it’s at specific points tied to traditional Chinese medicine, and the depth depends on the area, but usually, it’s just a few millimeters to a couple of centimeters in.
If I don't want needles, what else I can try?
Cupping is one of those weird-looking but super relaxing therapies where special cups are placed on your skin to create suction—kind of like a reverse massage.
You’ll usually see it done with glass, silicone, or plastic cups, and the suction pulls your skin up slightly, which increases blood flow to that area. It can feel a bit tight at first, but it’s not painful, and a lot of people find it really soothing.
Cupping can help relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and even help with things like headaches or stress.
Just a heads-up—it can leave temporary round marks that look like bruises, but they usually fade in a few days.
Tuina (pronounced "twee-nah") is a hands-on Chinese massage therapy that’s kind of like a mix between acupuncture (without the needles), deep tissue massage, and physical therapy.
If you ever feel stiff, sore, or out of balance, this might be your thing. During a session, I use my hands, fingers, elbows—even forearms sometimes—to press, knead, roll, and stretch different parts of your body.
It’s all about getting your energy (or “Qi”) flowing properly and helping your muscles and joints work the way they should.
Tuina can help with pain relief, stress, poor circulation, muscle stiffness, and even things like digestion or sleep issues.
