Frequently Asked Questions
What Conditions Do you Commonly Treat?
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Back pain
Neck pain
Shoulder pain
Knee pain
Sciatica
Sports injuries
Neuropathy
Headaches and migraines
Joint pain
Muscle tension
Arthritis
Plantar fasciitis
I also continue to help patients with fatigue, sleep concerns, stress and anxiety, digestive issues, hormone balance, and overall wellness.
What happens during my first acupuncture appointment?
Your first appointment includes a detailed conversation about your health history, current symptoms, goals, and treatment plan. Treatment is performed during the same visit and the visit typically lasts between 60 and 75 minutes. For followup sessions, plan for treatments to last from 45 to 60 minutes.
Please book a free 15 minute phone call if you have any questions about your circumstances and treatment.
How many acupuncture treatments will I need?
The number of treatments depends on the condition, how long it has been present, and your overall health.
For pain and injury recovery, I see the best results with:
2 treatments per week for the first 2-3 weeks
Followed by weekly treatments as symptoms improve
Can acupuncture help back pain?
Yes. Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek acupuncture. Treatment may help reduce pain, improve mobility, decrease muscle tension, and support the body's natural healing response. I regularly work with patients experiencing acute and chronic low back pain in Fort Collins.
Acupuncture is commonly used to help reduce sciatic pain, numbness, tingling, and muscle tension associated with sciatica. Treatment focuses on improving function and reducing irritation along the affected nerve pathway.
Can acupuncture help sciatica?
Can acupuncture help neck and shoulder pain?
Many patients seek acupuncture for neck stiffness, shoulder pain, tension headaches, and injuries related to desk work, athletics, or repetitive movement. Treatment often helps improve range of motion and reduce pain.
Can acupuncture help sports injuries?
Yes. Athletes commonly use acupuncture to support recovery from strains, sprains, overuse injuries, tendon irritation, and training-related soreness. Acupuncture is often incorporated alongside physical therapy, chiropractic care, massage, and strength training.
Can acupuncture help knee pain?
Acupuncture is frequently used to support people with knee pain related to arthritis, meniscus injuries, ligament strains, tendon irritation, and overuse. Treatment aims to improve mobility while reducing pain and inflammation.
Can acupuncture help neuropathy?
Many people seek acupuncture for symptoms of neuropathy including numbness, tingling, burning sensations, and altered sensation in the hands and feet. Results vary by individual and underlying cause, but many patients report meaningful improvement in symptoms and quality of life.
Can acupuncture help headaches and migraines?
Acupuncture is commonly used for tension headaches and migraines. Treatment may help reduce both the frequency and intensity of headaches while supporting nervous system regulation and reducing inflammation in the body.
Do you take insurance?
I am an in-network provider for American Specialty Health and United Healthcare. I also provide a super bill as a statement/receipt of your treatments which you can submit to your provider if acupuncture is covered. You may also use your HSA account for payment. If you are interested in using your insurance for acupuncture, it is helpful for me to know how many sessions a year your policy covers, what your copay/coinsurance is, you DOB, and if you must meet a deductible before starting treatment. Please schedule a free 15 minute phone call or email me if you have any questions. I do not accept Medicare.
What is your cancellation policy?
Your appointment time is reserved for you.
If you are unable to keep your appointment, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice, including notice on Fridays for Mondays. I understand that emergencies do arise and take circumstances into consideration case by case. Without 24 hours notice, you may be charged for the appointment in full. If you do not appear for a scheduled appointment without notice, you will be charged for the appointment.
One of the styles of acupuncture that I practice is a unique style of acupuncture called Neoclassical Acupuncture. In Neoclassical Acupuncture I often utilize only one needle in treatment and see amazing results. This treatment is a face-up/clothing-on treatment which makes things easy for those who are concerned about the thin almost human-hair-sized needles used, and where movement is potentially limited with regards to disrobing for whatever reason.
Afraid of Needles?
What makes your approach different?
I practice two unique styles of acupuncture called Neoclassical Acupuncture and Classical Five Element Acupuncture.
One of the unique aspects of my practice is that many treatments utilize very few needles—sometimes only a single needle—while still producing significant results. Treatment emphasizes precision, simplicity, and helping people feel noticeably better as quickly as possible.
Do I need to believe in acupuncture for it to work?
No. Acupuncture is used by people from many different backgrounds. Most patients simply come because they want relief from pain, faster recovery, improved function, or support for their health.
Most acupuncture needles are approximately the width of a human hair. Many patients are surprised by how comfortable treatment is. In my practice, treatments often involve very few needles, making acupuncture approachable even for people who are nervous about needles.
Does acupuncture hurt?
Do you offer acupuncture for pain relief in Fort Collins?
Yes. I provide acupuncture for pain relief and injury recovery in Fort Collins, Colorado. Common conditions treated include back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, sciatica, knee pain, sports injuries, headaches, and neuropathy.
Book a free 15 minute consultation where I would be happy to discuss any questions you have and to help determine if working together is the right fit for you.