Acupuncture is a medical system that has been used to diagnose, treat and prevent illness for over 2000 years. It is thought to have originated in China and has its roots in ancient Taoist traditions. At HAC we combine this ancient tradition with current day research and scientific understanding of how Acupuncture effects the body. Modern Acupuncture is performed by inserting fine needles into specific points along the body that has been shown to locally relieve pain, relieve muscle tension, move fascia and globally effect how the brain both functions and interprets bodily signals.

Acupuncture treatment is proven to remedy acute or chronic ailments, relieve pain, enhance recuperative powers and strengthen the immune system. It is also effective in soothing the mind and balancing the bodies hormones and chemicals.

Gynecological Disorders & Obstetrics – Infertility, IVF & IUI Support, Amenorrhea (Loss Of Period), Dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods), Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS), Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Endometriosis, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Menopausal Symptoms, Labor Preparation, Deficient Lactation, Mal-Position Of The Fetus (Breech), Induction Of Labor

Ear, Nose, Throat & Respiratory Disorders – Allergies, Chronic Sinusitis, Sinus Headaches, Meniere’s Disease, Tinnitis, Vertigo, Rhinitis, Asthma, Laryngitis, Hay Fever

Neurological Disorders – Insomnia, Stroke Rehabilitation, Peripheral Neuropathy, Paresis, Hemiplegia, Trigeminal Neurolgia, Bell’s Palsy, Facial Spasm, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons, Tremors

Urogenital Disorders – Urinary Retention, Male Infertility, Azoospermia, Male Sexual Dysfunction, Ejaculation Disorders, Erectile Dysfunction, Prostatitis, Male and Female Incontinence, Painful Urination, Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections

Dermatological & Skin Disorders – Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, Herpes Zoster, Puritis (Itching)

Pediatric Disorders – Infantile Diarrhea, Chronic Constipation, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD & ADHD)

WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE? Acupuncture is a medical system that has been used to diagnose, treat and prevent illness for over 2,000 years. It is thought to have originated in China and has its roots in ancient Taoist traditions. Modern Acupuncture is performed by inserting fine needles into specific points along the body that has been shown to locally relieve pain and globally effect how the brain both functions and interprets bodily signals.
Acupuncture treatment is proven to remedy acute or chronic ailments, relieve pain, enhance recuperative powers, and strengthen the immune system. It is also effective in soothing the mind and balancing the bodies hormones and chemicals.

DOES ACUPUNCTURE HURT? Many people are uncomfortable with Acupuncture because of a fear of needles. However, Acupuncture needles bear little resemblance to the needles used by medical doctors. Acupuncture needles are about as thick as a hair and are flexible enough you can tie a knot with them.  Since our needles are so thin, the experience of being needled is totally unique and rarely painful.  So to answer: sometimes you'll feel a small pinch, but mostly you won't feel anything at all.

HOW MANY NEEDLES DO YOU USE? The major points we use are on the periphery of the body in the arms and legs. In a usual treatment we use between 10-15 needles. Sometimes this is near where the problem area is, and sometimes it's in a totally different place.  

HOW OFTEN DO I HAVE TO COME? That depends on what's wrong and how long you've had it. The general treatment schedule is weekly, unless the issue is pain related then sometimes it is twice weekly. Acupuncture can start to work right away, but sometimes it can take 3-4 visits before the fullest effects are felt.

DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE? Yes! We’re in network with Independence Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Federal Employee Plans, Aetna, and select United plans. Please be advised that some plans are limited to treating only certain issues (e.g., back pain, headaches, osteo-arthritis of the knee, etc.) Contact us with your insurance information and we can find out for you or check with your benefits coordinator to see if you qualify.  If your benefits are currently being paid by Workman’s Compensation or from an Auto Accident Insurance acupuncture is fully covered.

DOES IT WORK? Yes. There have been so many studies on Acupuncture that have shown ample positive results from pain relief, stress relief to infertility that we'd need to devote a whole website to it.  To give an example, most recently a large systematic review found that patients with pain got relief from Acupuncture more than 50% of the time, compared to 40% for sham Acupuncture (sticking needles in randomly) and 30% for a placebo.  

HOW DOES IT WORK? We know so much, and yet so little.  The real answer is we don't know yet.  We know that there is definitely endorphin release that can relieve pain.  We know the stress hormone cortisol can be modulated to be more stable and thus lead to fewer stress reactions in the body.  We know more things but none really give us the whole answer.  We're working on it.

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