Sydney is a provider for Blue Shield, Anthem Blue Cross, United Healthcare and most others insurance companies. She is on the list of Kaiser providers. We can bill most insurance directly and you would just be responsible for your copay. We are happy to give receipts for Flexible Spending Accounts and will bill for Med pay ( automobile accident insurance patients ) and Worker’s Compensation. Be sure to call your insurance...
Read MoreAcupuncture, Chinese Medicine, and Energy Medicine in general do not treat disease. These therapies bring balance to the functional systems of the body and support the authentic nature of the person who then begins the healing process. This process is different for everyone. Digestive disorders Anxiety Depression Fatigue Chronic pain Insomnia Weak immunity Infertility PMS Menstrual cramps Menopausal symptoms Allergies...
Read MoreAs long as it is performed by a competent practitioner, acupuncture is extremely safe. Acupuncturists are required to use disposable needles that are discarded after one use.
Read MoreNo, acupuncture should not hurt. A momentary prick is sometimes felt around the needle as it is inserted, eventually creating interesting spreading sensations of energy moving through the meridians, or simply a feeling of relaxation.
Read MoreSterile hair-thin needles are used at specific acupuncture points to allow circulation of energy (Qi) along pathways that parallel the nervous system and support the coordination between the functions of the body. The acupuncture points are places where the rivers of energy that flow through our bodies come to the surface. The needles are made of stainless steel, silver or gold, and create an electrical charge because of the...
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