Acupuncture

Healing Duo Integrative Family Medical Practice

Integrative Medicine Specialists & Naturopathic Physician specialists located in Norwalk, CT

Acupuncture is a highly effective holistic treatment for various chronic and acute conditions. If you’re seeking a noninvasive, drug-free solution for chronic headaches, migraines, allergies, or anxiety, visit Giovanni A. Nelson, ND, and Pamela Santapaola, ND at Healing Duo Integrative Family Medical Practice in Norwalk, Connecticut. Their specialized in individualized naturopathic medicine. To see if acupuncture is the right choice for you, book an appointment by phone or online today.

Acupuncture Q & A

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture, an ancient Chinese medical practice, aims to balance the body’s energy flow. This holistic approach has a proven history of relieving pain and stress, making it effective for addressing symptoms of various acute and chronic conditions.

What conditions can acupuncture treat?

Acupuncture at Healing Duo Integrative Family Medical Practice can effectively relieve the symptoms of various conditions by applying pressure to specific points on the body to reduce inflammation, improve blood flow, and induce relaxation. Certain conditions that experience benefits include:

  • ​Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Allergies
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic pain
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Hypertension
  • Insomnia
  • Hair loss
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis 
  • Allergies
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic pain
  • Headaches and migraines
  • ​Hypertension
  • Insomnia
  • Hair loss
  • ​Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Acupuncture promotes overall health and well-being by addressing a wide range of conditions, helping patients reduce pain, stress, and improve mobility.

What are the benefits of acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a drug-free treatment option that offers a wide range of benefits. It is a low-risk procedure with minimal side effects or risk of complications. Acupuncture can be applied to different areas of the body, making it a versatile treatment option. This alternative therapy stimulates various systems throughout the body, reducing pain and promoting the body’s natural healing process.

How is acupuncture performed?

Acupuncture is a minimally invasive procedure that targets nerve-rich (pressure points) areas to improve bodily functions. First, you and your Healing Duo Integrative Family Medical Practice provider discuss your condition to determine if acupuncture is right for you. Based on your condition, physical health, and medical history, your practitioner determines the best areas to perform your treatment. You may need to lie on your back, front, or side.

The practitioner starts the procedure by inserting small needles into different areas of the body. These sterile needles may be heated or stimulated to enhance the treatment. Once inserted, the needles remain in place for five to 30 minutes. They cause minor injuries to the treatment area, triggering the body to respond. Acupuncture harnesses the body’s natural healing process to improve circulation and reduce inflammation, pain, and stress.

To determine if acupuncture can alleviate your symptoms, contact Healing Duo Integrative Family Medical Practice or schedule an appointment online today.

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LOCATION

Healing Duo Integrative Family Medical Practice
9 Mott Ave, Suite 203
Second Floor
Norwalk, CT 06850

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OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Healing Duo Integrative Family Medical Practice, Norwalk, CT
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Phone (general inquiries and appointments): 203-693-1429
​Address: 9 Mott Avenue, Suite 203, Norwalk, CT 06850