Shannon Menestrina
- Acupuncture for pain relief and musculoskeletal injuries.
- Cupping therapy to relieve muscle tension and improve circulation.
- Gua sha for soft tissue pain and mobility improvement.
- Tui na massage with acupuncture for musculoskeletal balance.
- Equine-informed acupuncture techniques for injury and rehabilitation.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
Balanced You
6512 Baum Dr, Suite 12, Knoxville, TN, 37919-7333
Shannon is a nationally board certified acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist. She completed a dual Master’s and Doctorate program from Daoist Traditions College of Chinese Medical Arts in Asheville, NC. She obtained a Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAOM) and a Clinical Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM). Acupuncture is a system of medicine that can address a wide range of conditions. Shannon utilizes acupuncture, cupping therapy, gua sha, tui na massage, herbal medicine, food therapy, and qi gong to create an individualized treatment plan for each patient. Shannon grew up in Knoxville, TN. Her first exposure to acupuncture was through equine acupuncture. She then began to explore the medicine for personal injuries and health concerns, and the undeniable benefits led her to pursue a graduate degree in Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine. Shannon says, “This medicine changed my life, and it is an honor to be able to offer it back home to the Knoxville community.”
FOR NEW PATIENTS Includes an initial consultation and acupuncture treatment with Shannon. Depending on patient's individual needs, these treatments incorporate additional modalities such as tui na massage, cupping, and gua sha as needed.