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 Washington

Melissa Lee LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Melissa Lee is a licensed practitioner of acupuncture in Washington DC and is nationally certified by the NCCAOM. After obtaining a Master's degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at the New England ..." See full profile	3327 M Street NW Washington, District of Columbia 20007 (202) 333-7025
Kerri Westhauser LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"I feel I am best suited to treating women's health issues ( menstual health, menopause, infertility ) as well as treating acute and chronic pain. I use a combination of acupuncture and ..." See full profile	4321 Wisconsin Ave., NW Washington, District of Columbia 20016 (202) 270-7389
Bronwyn Clark MAc, LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Relax, Rejuvenate, and Resolve Unwanted Symptoms With Bronwyn Dalton Clark, M.Ac., L.Ac " See full profile	1826 Wisconsin Avenue NW Washington, District of Columbia 20007 (202) 321-2923
Jiajie Zheng LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"My patients are aged from 2 month-old to 91 year-old. Mostly of them feel symptom relieved, more relaxed, more energetic and healthier in general well being. " See full profile	2440 M Street NW 807 Washington, District of Columbia 20037 (202) 213-2183
Marjorie Grace Shovlin LAc, MAc, DiplAc, NCCAOM, CA Acupuncturist	send email
"Your body is wise and powerful. You already have everything you need to thrive in body, mind, and spirit. Acupuncture is an ancient medical art that unleashes your body's natural healing power. ..." See full profile	620 C Street SE On Capitol Hill Washington, District of Columbia 20003 (202) 547-4234
Ali Safayan MD Acupuncturist	send email
"As an internist and medical acupuncturist, I treat a broad range of issues. Medical acupuncture can be used to promote health and well being, prevent illness and treat various medical conditions. While ..." See full profile	4801 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington, District of Columbia 20016 (202) 244-6661
BK Mudahar LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Dr. B.K. Mudahar practices acupuncture at the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine. She came highly recommended to the Institute for her abilities as a practitioner. Prior to working at the Institute she ..." See full profile	3402 Connecticut Avenue Washington, District of Columbia 20008 (202) 237-7681
Nicole Ingrid Mires LAc, MAOM Acupuncturist	send email
"I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from George Mason University in Fairfax Virginia, then studied Acupuncture at the Maryland Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine. I acquired a Masters of Science in ..." See full profile	1642 R Street NW Suite 100 Washington, District of Columbia 20009 (202) 332-3501
Lisa Eaves Acupuncturist	send email
"Lisa Eaves is a nationally certified, licensed acupuncture therapist who specializes in fertility and women's health. After attending the Mind/Body Medicine Institute at Harvard, Lisa established the Mind/Body Fertility Program of D.C. ..." See full profile	4545 42nd Street NW Suite 301 Washington, District of Columbia 20016 (202) 244-2289
C. Zinnia Maravell Acupuncturist	send email
"Patients leave my office smiling and sometimes even dancing. Using Acupuncture and when needed other complimentary healing practices brings patients relief from conditions ranging from backaches, headaches, and insomnia to digestive problems. ..." See full profile	3238 Rodman St NW Washington, District of Columbia 20008 (202) 362-0745

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