New England Integrated Health

New England Integrated Health

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New England Integrated Health: MIT Health Kendall Square25 Carleton St, E23 3rd Floor , Cambridge, MA, 02142-1323
Initial Visit - Comprehensive Intake and Treatment Acupuncture

When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment you and your provider will discuss your condition, and your pulse and tongue will be examined, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. The acupuncture points chosen will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, you are left to lie comfortably for 15-20 minute increments with the needles in place. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time. At the end of the treatment, adjunctive therapies may be used, such as gua sha, cupping, or tui na.

  • Orthopedic acupuncture and pain management.
  • Acute and chronic pain relief.
  • Women's health and wellbeing.
  • Mental-emotional balance (insomnia, anxiety).
  • Trigger point needling, electro-stimulation, cupping.

This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.

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Initial Visit - Comprehensive Intake and Treatment Acupuncture

When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment you and your provider will discuss your condition, and your pulse and tongue will be examined, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. The acupuncture points chosen will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, you are left to lie comfortably for 15-20 minute increments with the needles in place. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time. At the end of the treatment, adjunctive therapies may be used, such as gua sha, cupping, or tui na.

  • Individualized acupuncture for digestive disorders and gut health.
  • Acupuncture for infertility and fertility support (currently full).
  • Auricular and body acupuncture for stress reduction and anxiety.
  • Acupuncture for chronic pain management and musculoskeletal pain.
  • Needling and manual techniques to support mental health and emotional balance.

This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.

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Initial Visit - Comprehensive Intake and Treatment Acupuncture

When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment you and your provider will discuss your condition, and your pulse and tongue will be examined, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. The acupuncture points chosen will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, you are left to lie comfortably for 15-20 minute increments with the needles in place. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time. At the end of the treatment, adjunctive therapies may be used, such as gua sha, cupping, or tui na.

  • Treating diverse pain: headaches, back, neck, nerve, sports injuries.
  • Addressing gastrointestinal issues: GERD, colitis, chronic digestive problems.
  • Supporting women's health: infertility, menstrual pain management.
  • Managing mental health through acupuncture.
  • Improving sleep disorders with acupuncture techniques.

This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.

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Initial Visit - Comprehensive Intake and Treatment Acupuncture

When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment you and your provider will discuss your condition, and your pulse and tongue will be examined, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. The acupuncture points chosen will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, you are left to lie comfortably for 15-20 minute increments with the needles in place. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time. At the end of the treatment, adjunctive therapies may be used, such as gua sha, cupping, or tui na.

  • Pain relief for back, neck, and sciatica.
  • Acupuncture for anxiety and stress reduction.
  • Treating headaches and digestive issues.
  • Acupuncture for respiratory disorders and menstrual cramps.
  • Utilizes gua sha, moxa, cupping, and e-stim.

This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.

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Initial Visit - Comprehensive Intake and Treatment Acupuncture

When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment you and your provider will discuss your condition, and your pulse and tongue will be examined, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. The acupuncture points chosen will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, you are left to lie comfortably for 15-20 minute increments with the needles in place. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time. At the end of the treatment, adjunctive therapies may be used, such as gua sha, cupping, or tui na.

  • Pain relief through acupuncture.
  • Muscle tension reduced with acupuncture.
  • Relaxation via acupuncture treatment.
  • Injury recovery supported by acupuncture.

This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.

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Initial Visit - Comprehensive Intake and Treatment Acupuncture

When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment you and your provider will discuss your condition, and your pulse and tongue will be examined, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. The acupuncture points chosen will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, you are left to lie comfortably for 15-20 minute increments with the needles in place. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time. At the end of the treatment, adjunctive therapies may be used, such as gua sha, cupping, or tui na.

  • Chinese, Japanese, and orthopedic acupuncture needling techniques for pain.
  • Acupuncture for sports injuries and musculoskeletal recovery.
  • Acupuncture treatments for stress, headaches, and poor sleep.
  • Cupping and gua sha adjuncts with acupuncture for tissue release.
  • Acupuncture support for menstrual, fertility, and chronic fatigue issues.

This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.

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Initial Visit - Comprehensive Intake and Treatment Acupuncture

When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment you and your provider will discuss your condition, and your pulse and tongue will be examined, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. The acupuncture points chosen will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, you are left to lie comfortably for 15-20 minute increments with the needles in place. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time. At the end of the treatment, adjunctive therapies may be used, such as gua sha, cupping, or tui na.

  • Pulse and tongue diagnosis inform point selection.
  • About twenty needles retained for 15–20 minutes.
  • Relaxing sessions with comfortable rest during treatment.
  • Adjunctive gua sha, cupping, and tui na.

This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.

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