Common reasons
What people come in for
We don't promise outcomes, and a visit starts with listening, not with a list. These are the reasons we hear most.
Aches and stiffness
A stiff neck after a long drive, shoulders that carry a desk job, a low back that complains by evening.
Neck and shoulders
Back and hips
Tight, tired legs
Sleep and stress
Trouble settling at night, waking early, or a head that won't quiet down.
Falling asleep
Waking at night
A busy mind
Digestion and appetite
A stomach that is upset when you are tense, irregular meals, bloating after eating.
Upset stomach
Bloating
Appetite changes
Everyday energy
Feeling run down in a long season, or slow to bounce back after a hard stretch.
Tiredness
Recovering after illness
Changes of season
In your hands
Your list of reasons is yours
You don't have to put a name to what you feel. Tell us in your own words, and your acupuncturist builds the plan from what you describe. Some people come for acupuncture only; some add a formula; some start with a single visit to see how it feels.
What this does not do, and when to see a doctor instead
Acupuncture and herbal medicine do not replace your doctor's care, and they can't tell you what is causing a symptom. Results vary from person to person.
See a doctor first for chest pain, trouble breathing, sudden weakness or numbness, a severe headache that is new, or a symptom that keeps getting worse. In an emergency, call 911.