Find Your Path

Choosing between traditional and western acupuncture? Use these descriptions to uncover what's right for you.

Traditional vs. Western Acupuncture

The choice between TCM and western acupuncture depends on your individual health concerns and goals. Both offer valuable, time-tested solutions. Feel free to reach out to us for guidance on the best path forward. During your initial consultation, we'll help you find the right path.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) takes a holistic approach to internal medicine, focusing on restoring the body’s natural balance. It includes treatments such as acupuncture, herbal remedies, and breathing exercises.

It can treat:

  • Digestive issues 

  • Anxiety
  • OB/GYN problems

  • Autoimmune diseases

Western Medical Acupuncture

Western Medical Acupuncture applies similar techniques through a modern lens to target specific physical symptoms and neurological conditions. It includes treatments such as dry needling and electric stimulation.

It can treat:

  • TMJ (jaw) discomfort 

  • Neck, shoulder, and back stiffness
  • Chronic pain

  • Neurological conditions

Unsure where to start? Here's how it works.

Step 1

Discover our services

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Step 2

Book a consultation

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Step 3

Get your care plan

We'll recommend a treatment plan customized to you.
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FAQs

At present, we do not offer insurance billing services. However, we are more than willing to furnish you with receipts that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. We strongly recommend verifying your coverage with your insurer before scheduling an appointment, even if you believe you have suitable insurance in place.

Your Initial Consultation, lasting around 30 minutes, is the first step in your wellness journey. Subsequent check-ins typically take about 15 minutes. During acupuncture treatments, you can expect a duration of 30 to 60 minutes. Your comfort and well-being are our top priorities throughout each session.

Yes, you can use your HSA or FSA card to cover the cost of your acupuncture treatment.

Our fees for services provided by a Chinese Herbal Practitioner are eligible for reimbursement when accompanied by a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) through a flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), or health reimbursement arrangement (HRA).

It's important to note that reimbursement is not available with a limited-purpose flexible spending account (LPFSA) or a dependent care flexible spending account (DCFSA).

Your Initial Consultation, which lasts approximately 30 minutes, is an essential step on your path to well-being. Prior to your appointment, we'll email you the necessary paperwork for your convenience.

During this session, we'll engage in a comprehensive discussion of your health history, closely examine your tongue and pulse, measure your blood pressure, and determine the most suitable course of treatment to address your unique needs.

Your treatment plan may encompass a combination of therapies determined during your intake and consultation, including:

  • Motor point acupuncture

  • Neurofunctional acupuncture

  • Electric acupuncture

  • Balance method acupuncture

  • Trigger point acupuncture/dry needling

  • Cupping

  • Gua sha/scraping

  • TDP lamp heat therapy

  • Topical linaments

  • Manual massage techniques

  • Breathing exercises

We're committed to finding the most effective and personalized approach to address your unique concerns and improve your well-being.

The information on this website is designed for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice or care. This information should not be used to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your medical professional. Please consult a doctor with any questions or concerns you might have regarding your condition.
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