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Many years of clinical experience and an expanding research base, suggest acupuncture can be a helpful complement for several conditions, including post-stroke (ischemic) rehabilitation, Parkinson’s disease, ADHD, anxiety, Depression, cognitive impairment/Alzheimer’s, and fertility care alongside IVF. Reviews report functional gains after ischemic stroke and meaningful anxiety reduction; evidence in Parkinson’s and ADHD is promising but mixed; and in IVF, a large, randomized trial found no live-birth difference vs sham, though acupuncture may ease treatment-related anxiety and improve some intermediate outcomes compared with no adjunctive care. Used alongside conventional treatment, acupuncture is generally safe when performed by licensed practitioners.
Research suggests acupuncture stimulates the central nervous system and triggers the release of natural chemicals such as endorphins and neurotransmitters that help regulate pain and nerve function. These responses can support the body’s own healing processes and promote both physical and emotional well-being.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, acupuncture helps restore balance in the body to guiding the smooth flow of Qi along the meridians and harmonizing yin and yang so organ systems can function in concert. Research suggests it also stimulates the central nervous system and triggers the release of natural chemicals—such as endorphins and neurotransmitters—that help regulate pain and nerve function. Together, these responses support the body’s own healing processes and promote both physical and emotional well-being.
For pain or injury, earlier care often works best. Starting treatment promptly can speed healing, lower overall costs, and reduce the risk of complications such as excessive scar tissue. If you’re preparing for or recovering from surgery, acupuncture may help improve blood flow, manage pain, and support tissue recovery. Post-operative treatments can sometimes begin within a few days, with your surgeon’s clearance, depending on the procedure.
Your first session begins with a one-on-one consultation with one of our licensed practitioner. We’ll review your symptoms, medical history, and overall health goals, then recommend a personalized plan—including session frequency and, if appropriate, supportive herbal remedies and home-care tips.
After the consult, you’ll relax on a treatment table while ultra-thin, single-use sterile needles are placed at specific acupuncture points. You’ll rest with the needles in place, often under gentle warmth from a heat lamp and when appropriate, additional techniques such as moxibustion (warming an herb above the skin) or mild electro-stimulation may be used. Many patients feel deeply relaxed or pleasantly energized afterward. The initial visit typically lasts 60–90 minutes; follow-up visits usually take 45–60 minutes.
Acupuncture uses very fine needles, so most people feel little to no discomfort when they’re inserted. It’s common to notice a brief, mild sensation such as warmth, heaviness, or a dull ache as the point is activated. Sharp or lingering pain is uncommon; if you feel it, tell your practitioner so the needle can be adjusted. Our team is licensed with years of experience, follows strict clean-needle technique, and uses single-use, sterilized needles for your safety and comfort.
The number of treatments depends on your condition, how soon you begin care, and your overall lifestyle. For acute issues, starting right away, ideally within the first few days or weeks, usually yields faster results. Delays can allow adhesions or scar tissue to form, which may require more sessions.
Uncomplicated acute conditions, typical ranges are:
Anxiety & Depression
Many people notice a shift after the first session—calmer sleep, less tension, or a brighter mood. Meaningful improvement often builds over about three sessions, but long-term results depend on daily factors such as stress load, sleep, nutrition, work and home environment, and relationships. If these stressors remain high, a longer course or periodic maintenance may be recommended.
Fertility & IVF Support
Timing matters. A healthy egg typically develops over 100–120 days, so we plan care in 3–4-month cycles to support each stage of follicle development and uterine lining health. If your AMH is below 1.5 ng/mL or hormones are low, expect to commit to at least 3–4 months of consistent treatment, sometimes longer, paired with targeted lifestyle.
Some patients already have near-optimal parameters and need more of a “tune-up” than a rebuild. In our clinic, many women aged 28–34 with AMH 1.9–2.5 ng/mL, hormones within normal ranges, and a normal semen analysis for their partner, we see meaningful improvements within 4–6 weeks (one to two cycles). For IVF support, the timelines still vary, the sooner is better to rebuilt or improve your conditions for your IVF to be successful.
Plan Your Care
Please schedule a consultation. Your practitioner will review your labs (e.g., AMH, FSH, LH, estradiol, thyroid panel, prolactin, vitamin D) and perform a TCM diagnosis to estimate how many sessions you’ll need and how often to come. Over the past 30+ years, our clinic has supported many families on their fertility journey results vary by individual, but our approach is thorough, compassionate, and tailored to you.
Many years of clinical experience and an expanding research base, suggest acupuncture can be a helpful complement for several conditions, including post-stroke (ischemic) rehabilitation, Parkinson’s disease, ADHD, anxiety, Depression, cognitive impairment/Alzheimer’s, and fertility care alongside IVF. Reviews report functional gains after ischemic stroke and meaningful anxiety reduction; evidence in Parkinson’s and ADHD is promising but mixed; and in IVF, a large, randomized trial found no live-birth difference vs sham, though acupuncture may ease treatment-related anxiety and improve some intermediate outcomes compared with no adjunctive care. Used alongside conventional treatment, acupuncture is generally safe when performed by licensed practitioners.