Conditions I Treat in St. Augustine
Every body tells a story, and over the years I’ve helped patients with everything from stubborn back pain to sleepless nights. Here are the conditions I see most often in my St. Augustine practice, many of them backed by research from the World Health Organization and leading medical journals.
Don’t see yours on the list? Acupuncture treats the whole person, so there’s a good chance I can help. You’ll find answers to the most common questions in my Questions & Answers.
Pain & Injuries
Pain is the most common reason people try acupuncture, and it’s often the first thing they notice improving. Whether it’s an old injury or pain that showed up out of nowhere, we’ll get to the source of it.
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Sciatica
- Knee pain
- Shoulder pain (including bursitis)
- Arthritis (including osteoarthritis)
- Fibromyalgia
- Sprains and strains
- Whiplash
- Tennis elbow
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Plantar fasciitis
- TMJ and jaw pain
- Chronic pain, including RSD/CRPS and facial pain
- Pain management
Headaches & Nerve Conditions
From migraines that steal your weekends to recovery after a stroke, acupuncture works with your nervous system to calm it, rebalance it and support healing.
- Migraines
- Headaches (including tension headaches)
- Bell’s palsy and facial paralysis
- Stroke recovery (including swallowing difficulty and spasticity)
- Neuropathy (nerve pain, numbness and tingling)
- Multiple sclerosis
- Tic disorders
- Tinnitus
Stress, Mood & Sleep
When stress takes over, everything else follows: your sleep, digestion, energy and mood. Many people are surprised by how relaxed they feel after just one session.
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Addictions
- Smoking cessation
Digestive Health
Bloating, cramps, irregularity… your gut has a lot to say. Acupuncture and herbal medicine help calm and regulate your digestion naturally.
- Digestive problems
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Constipation
- Nausea (including morning sickness and motion sickness)
Women’s & Men’s Health
From painful periods and fertility to menopause and bladder health, I offer gentle, natural support at every stage of life.
- Infertility
- Menstrual cramps
- Irregular periods
- Menopausal hot flashes
- Uterine fibroids
- Erectile dysfunction
- Frequent urination
- Urinary incontinence
Immune, Autoimmune & Allergies
Allergies, breathing troubles and autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s call for whole-body care, and that’s exactly what Chinese medicine was made for.
- Allergies
- Autoimmune diseases
- Hashimoto’s
- Respiratory disorders
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Heart & Circulation
Acupuncture can be a calming, natural part of supporting healthy blood pressure, cholesterol and a steady heartbeat, right alongside your medical care.
- High blood pressure
- Cholesterol
- Palpitations
Cancer Support
During and after cancer treatment, acupuncture can ease side effects like nerve pain and low white blood cell counts and help you feel more like yourself, working alongside your oncology team.
- Cancer support
- Nausea from chemo
- Nerve pain from chemo
- Low white blood cell counts during chemo
Choosing Your Treatment
When you book online, you choose your treatment right from the menu. Want to learn more before you pick? Browse all my treatments and prices, see what to expect at your first visit, or learn how acupuncture works.