Our Services
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Facial acupuncture treatments are designed to address disorders of the temporomandibular (TMJ) joints. By needling the face we release muscular tension, improve joint functioning, and improve neurological pathways. Stress is often also a contributing factor to TMD, and is also addressed in this treatment if needed.
jaw pain
jaw clicking/popping
jaw crepitus
clenching and grinding
limited jaw range of motion
headaches related to facial tension
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Acupuncture has a strong effect on the nervous system to help regulate hormones. It is also used to improve blood circulation to the reproductive organs, reduce inflammation, and improve egg quality and the uterine lining.
Fertility
IVF/IUI preperation
Irregular cycle
Painful periods
PMS/PMDD
PCOS
Menopause
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Acupuncture is a safe and effective form of support during pregnancy for a variety of conditions including:
First trimester:
Nausea or morning sickness
Constipation
Fatigue
Mood
Second trimester:
Heartburn
Aches in the body, like back pain or sciatica
Insomnia
Depression and anxiety
Constipation
Anemia or blood clotting disorders
Headaches
Third trimester:
Cervical ripening
starts at 36 weeks until birth
Breech
between weeks 32-37
Induction
note: cervix must be ripe to perform induction
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Also known as the fourth trimester, acupuncture can help support parents physically and emotionally post birth. Some ways acupuncture can help support postpartum include:
fatigue
residual aches and pains
postpartum depression
stress
mastitis
re-establishing a healthy menstrual cycle
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If you can complain about it, it is likely that acupuncture can help. Some more common conditions for seeking acupuncture treatment include: acute and chronic pain, headaches, stress, anxiety, digestive disorders, sleep, and other conditions. If you are unsure if acupuncture can help you, please contact us for more info.
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Depending on your complaint and condition, sessions may include cupping, gua sha (scraping), electric stimulation, and infrared therapy.
