Many digestive, musculo-skeletal, respiratory, gynecological, pediatric, cardiovascular, urogenital, immune-related, pain, psychological, stress-related, cosmetic, and neurological conditions can be treated or improved by acupuncture treatment. I have over three decades of experience in general practice, treating a wide range of health concerns.
Stress-related disorders
- insomnia
- fatigue
- high or low blood pressure
- smoking addiction
- general malaise, irritability, depression
Chronic pain and sports injuries
- headaches and migraines
- arthritis
- fibromyalgia
- post-concussion syndrome
- sprains and strains
- back and neck pain
- shoulder injuries
- shin splints
- herniated disc
- knee pain
- sciatica and other leg pain
- carpal tunnel syndrome
- bursitis
- tennis and golfer’s elbow
- plantar fasciitis
- tendinitis, and more!
Acupuncture is increasingly used by top professional athletes to speed healing, increase range of motion, improve local blood circulation, strengthen weak areas, relax tight muscles, and decrease pain, inflammation, and swelling. I have worked closely with the sports-medicine departments at UMass Amherst and Mount Holyoke College.
Digestive disorders
Constipation, chronic diarrhea, gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, and low appetite
Gynecological
- amenorrhea (lack of periods)
- dysmenorrhea (painful periods)
- irregular periods
- PMS
- heavy bleeding
- infertility
- morning sickness
- malposition of the fetus
- delayed or painful labor
- menopausal challenges such as night sweats, hot flashes, mood changes, insomnia, headaches, etc.
Respiratory disorders
- sinusitis
- rhinitis
- asthma
- allergies
- bronchitis
Facial rejuvenation
Treatment to erase fine lines and lighten deeper wrinkles, improve facial color and tone, and have a mild lifting effect on the face.
Acupuncture is gaining increasing recognition as an important addition to health care resources. Since 1979, the World Health Organization has recognized numerous conditions that respond well to acupuncture treatment.
There are a number of other health conditions that can be successfully treated with acupuncture therapy. Please contact the office if you have any questions about the effectiveness of acupuncture treatment for your particular concern.