Why do people get acupuncture?

Most often, people get acupuncture for pain: shoulder, neck and back pain, headaches and migraines. Next are people with insomnia. The last big one is women who are either pregnant or going through menopause, and need relief from symptoms.

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Is acupuncture painful?

That’s a very common question and biggest misconception about acupuncture. I understand that most people are afraid of needles. However, acupuncture needles are about the size of a strand of your hair. Acupuncture feels like a faint pinch.

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Is acupuncture "quack" medicine?

Acupuncturists in Washington state receive training, including one year of western medicine, and take three exams before becoming nationally certified and receiving a state license to practice acupuncture.

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What are the benefits of acupuncture?

Acupuncture supports good health in women, men, elders, and children. I have seen first hand with my children and my mother, how effective acupuncture can be to bring comfort and healing to my family.

Does acupuncture work?

We definitely know acupuncture works. First, people have practiced it for over 3,000 years. And, modern studies using MRI confirm that changes occur in the brain during acupuncture treatment.

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Acupuncturist Alan Lloyd, L.Ac.

Alan Lloyd Seattle acupuncturist Alan Lloyd is a state licensed and Board Certified Acupuncture Diplomat. Originally trained and worked in rehabilitation and social work, Alan always felt called to develop skills in acupuncture. Alan earned his M.S. in Acupuncture at Bastyr University. To find out more about Alan’s training and approach, visit the About Alan Lloyd page.

Almost anyone can enjoy the benefits of acupuncture. Acupuncture treatments can help improve the health of family members of all ages.

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