What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a gentle and effective therapy for a wide range of conditions including pain, stress, insomnia, digestive problems, headaches, gynecological disorders, infertility, mood imbalances, and more.

The history of acupuncture extends back several thousand years. Today, acupuncturists use whisker-thin sterile disposable needles that are inserted at precise anatomical junctures in musculature and connective tissue.  Modern research demonstrates that acupuncture relaxes the body, improves circulation, regulates hormones, reduces inflammation, modulates pain, enhances immune function, and stimulates tissue repair.

Therapies We Use

  • Acupuncture needle at the elbow crease

    Channel Balancing

    Channel balancing is a unique technique that is used to relieve pain and regulate physiological function in the body. The area of treatment is often far from the source of the problem—for example, we might use points on the hands or feet to relieve a headache.

  • Two acupuncture needles with estim clips attached

    Microcurrent Stimulation

    Microcurrent stimulation is commonly used to alleviate pain, improve muscle function, support stroke recovery, improve blood flow to organs and other tissues, and to prepare the body for labor and delivery.

  • Acupuncturist palpates client's shoulder muscles

    Trigger Point Therapy

    Trigger Point Therapy is used to alleviate pain, release muscle spasms and tension, increase circulation, and improve range of motion.

  • Acupuncturist lifts hands away after placing two cupping therapy cups on man's upper back

    Cupping

    Cupping is used to alleviate pain, release muscle tension, and improve tissue health by increasing circulation of blood and lymph.

  • Acupuncturist uses lighter to light ball of moxa herb on the top of needle

    Moxibustion

    Moxibustion is a form of heat therapy that is commonly used to stimulate a healing response in the body and strengthen the immune system.

  • Acupuncturist placing auricular needles

    Ear Acupuncture

    Auricular (ear) acupuncture is commonly used to support trauma recovery, addiction, and anxiety.

★★★★★

“The level of care provided by Julie is exceptional.

Her work has significantly helped with my long recovery process from being hit by a car 8 years ago. I have tried everything from physical therapy to weekly massages and chiropractor visits. But nothing has been as positively impactful to my healing and reducing my shoulder/neck/head/back pain. And I have had as few as 3 visits and am already feeling the impact which is such a relief. And to my surprise she has also helped with my diet, introducing me to natural supplements to boost my immune system, give me more natural energy and better sleep. I find that doctors/general practitioners address symptoms, while Julie addresses the the injury directly and from all sides.”

~ Tennyson M.

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