Acupuncture Overview

Acupuncture originated in China about 2,500 years ago. The practice is based on the philosophy of yin and yang—two opposite forces that govern all aspects of life, including health. Ailments result from an imbalance of these two forces, which is caused by the disruption or blockage of energy, or chi, in the body.

Acupuncturists stimulate points along specific energy pathways, or meridians, to help chi flow freely. A body with balanced, free-flowing chi will be able to heal specific symptoms by itself. Thin metal needles are the most common means of stimulation, although massage, heat, lasers and magnets are also used.

Acupuncture did not become popular in the United States until Richard Nixon visited China in 1972, sparking widespread interest. Today, millions of Americans undergo acupuncture procedures every year, utilizing a combination of techniques developed in East Asian countries; such as China, Japan and Korea, where people often use both traditional and modern medicine to treat their illnesses.

While it is difficult to study, acupuncture is generally thought to be effective. It has been used to alleviate ailments such as nausea, dental pain, headaches, menstrual cramps, tennis elbow, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, lower back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome and asthma. It may also help patients fight addiction and aid stroke victims undergoing rehabilitation.

Acupuncturists in Seattle

Alfred Laggner LAc, PhD Acupuncturist	send email
"My goal as a Five Element Acupuncturist is to help you improve your health and well-being. With my complimentary medicine-based approaches I have been treating successfully a very broad range of conditions. " See full profile	925 8th Ave North Seattle, Washington 98109 (206) 428-7873
Jill Allison LAc, MT(ASCP Acupuncturist	send email
"My belief is that every body contains an innate ability to balance and heal. I specialize in treating emotional disorders, womens health and chronic pain issues. Emotional trauma is often at ..." See full profile	621 West Galer Street Apt #308 Seattle, Washington 98119 (206) 216-3780
Jennifer Christian L.Ac. Acupuncturist	send email
"I am a down-to-earth (but still-above-the-ground) acupuncturist with a good sense of humor, hair color that's always changing, and a deep interest in my patients' lives. Clients like my personality, which puts ..." See full profile	4500 9th Ave NE Suite 300 Seattle, Washington 98105 (206) 817-1927
Ellen Newhouse LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"I am passionate about empowering people to live the life they desire. I specialize in emotional issues, women's health, spiritual growth and healing as well as all stress related issues and illnesses. " See full profile	1701 2nd Avenue North Seattle, Washington 98106 (206) 938-8441
Christopher G. Huson L.Ac. Acupuncturist	send email
"My practice is primarily pain management and stress management, with a focus on neck pain, back pain, and sciatica. I've also had good success treating folks with headaches, tendonitis, and repetitive stress ..." See full profile	126 10th Ave E. Seattle, Washington 98102 (206) 323-3277
Kory A Kapitke MAc, LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Most of my clients come to see me to address food and environmental allergies underlying their previously unsolved health problems. My treatment pholosophy is to utilize methods to address the root causes ..." See full profile	3414 1/2 Fremont Avenue N Seattle, Washington 98103 (206) 632-2094
Sarah Collins LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Sarah Collins is a graduate of Five Branches Institute where she received her 3,000 hour Master's Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in both Washington and ..." See full profile	1904 3rd Avenue Suite 735 Seattle, Washington 98101 (206) 257-9343
Inger Johnson LAc, MAcOM, DiplOM Acupuncturist	send email
"In my practice you will be listened to, I will keep you informed, and together we will resolve your physical or emotional discomfort. " See full profile	1001 Broadway, Suite 106 Seattle, Washington 98122 (206) 227-0752
Avigail van den Hof LAc, LMP Acupuncturist	send email
"I specialize in Women"s Health, Pregnancy, and Pain Management but also treat a variety of other conditions such as Insomnia, Stress, Anxiety and Digestive Disorders. I love to work with people of ..." See full profile	1405 NW 85th St Suite 3 Seattle, Washington 98117 (206) 491-7746
Carolyn Welch MSA, LAc, RN Acupuncturist	send email
"I am passionate about my work in health care. Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture is not only preventative therapy, it is holistic, a nurturing approach to health. My ideal client is one that ..." See full profile	5617 California Avenue SW Seattle, Washington 98136 (206) 841-1275

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