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esq2
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Username: Esq2
Post Number: 23
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 3:30 pm: | 
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I know this has been discussed recently, but I can't find the thread, so please help me out. A good friend has recommended that I try acupunture for my migraines and back pain. Can you recommend someone locally (i.e. not in NYC)? Have you tried it? What do they do to you? Does it hurt? It's not covered by my insurance so an idea of the cost would also be appreciated.
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Pdg
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Username: Pdg
Post Number: 742
Registered: 5-2004
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 3:49 pm: |
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My good friend used an acupuncturist that she swears by, while she was undergoing fertility treatments (yes the acupuncture was somehow supposed to help her conceive.)
Healthy twin girls were born in late November!
His name is Steven Latten (973) 376-5522
PS. No personal experience myself. Please post if you do find relief using an acupuncturist - I'm very curious if it works. |
Innisowen
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Username: Innisowen
Post Number: 1877
Registered: 3-2004
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 4:15 pm: |
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I don't know. I have had acupuncture twice, and I was very nervous about it.
I guess you could say I was on pins and needles about the whole thing. |
Chalmers
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Username: Chalmers
Post Number: 167
Registered: 3-2003
| | Posted on Friday, March 31, 2006 - 4:16 pm: |
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I have had good results with Constance Fraser. (973) 538-6548. She works out of her apartment in Morristown and maybe one or two other locations. I can't remember where she placed the needles, but her treatment was very relaxing and I may have even fallen asleep. |
esq2
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Username: Esq2
Post Number: 24
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Monday, April 3, 2006 - 9:50 am: |
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Thank you for the leads. Very funny Innis. Once I start treatment, I will post here to let you know whether it is working or not.
I remember someone recommending a woman practitioner in West Orange in the old thread, anyone remember??? |
margu
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Username: Margu
Post Number: 45
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Monday, April 3, 2006 - 10:01 am: |
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I had very good results with Chris Butler from Maplewood Holistic on Parker Avenue. My insurance covers it with the help of their on staff MD who consults initially. Very wonderful treatment by Chris, relaxing and helpful. Not an instant cure, acupuncture takes time. |
Reesa
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Username: Reesa
Post Number: 117
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Monday, April 3, 2006 - 10:35 pm: |
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I have been going to acupuncturists for over 10 years. I used to have two different acupuncturists in NY. One who took a more holistic, chinese medicine approach for a variety of ailments and one who did trigger point acupuncture - which was for muscle spasms. I have seen Chris Butler and even took my daughter to him and was very comfortable with his knowledge. However, I am still looking for someone with that "trigger point" approach that used to work so very well for me. You can send me a pl if you have any specific acupuncture questions, as I've been to many over the years. |
WendyP
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Username: Meandtheboys
Post Number: 3452
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 4, 2006 - 7:16 am: |
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esq2, the woman that I recommend in West Orange is Dr. Xiuxia Yang (goes by Susan). Started going very recently for some unrelenting back discomfort, and I LOVE it. This coming from a lifelong needle phobe! No, it doesn't hurt when they insert the needles. They are very thin. The thing you will feel is a very slight, brief muscle twing when she turns the needles after inserting them. She calls it "hooking the chi" and likens it to when you hook a fish, if you've ever done that.
The best part is after the needles are in, she puts on relaxing music and a heat lamp, turns out the lights and leaves you to relax for about an hour. I assume the procedure is the same for everyone.
I highly, highly recommend you try it. It hasn't been around for thousands of years for nothing.
I don't have her number on hand right now, but I'm sure she's listed. I'll post it later. |
esq2
Citizen
Username: Esq2
Post Number: 25
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 4, 2006 - 10:39 am: |
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WendyP that is the one I remembered, thank you for posting! Glad to hear it is working for you. I am going to call around and see who has better times/days for appts.
Reesa - Have you looked into Sharma Holistic Center? I called and from the description they gave me it sounds like they may offer what you are looking for.
Has anyone tried Sharma and can give feedback? |
Reesa
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Username: Reesa
Post Number: 118
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 12:20 am: |
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hm, I'll look into it - thanks esq2. |
growler
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Username: Growler
Post Number: 931
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 4:46 pm: |
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You may want to look into Shakti too. I think they offer it as well. |
doulamomma
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Username: Doulamomma
Post Number: 1327
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 - 5:14 pm: |
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Dr. Xiu Xia Yang
973-202-8560
973-422-1312
West Orange and Montclair
Terra Sky Center, Summit http://www.terraskycenter.com/home.htm
Kristen Perman is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist in private practice, located at Terra Sky. Kristen’s gentle touch, care for her clients and passion for her work is inspiring. Her full bio is included below. If you would like to reach Kristen to set up a consultation session or to ask any questions, call 908-277-1007 or email her at kristenacupuncture@terraskycenter.com
Shakti, Maplewood http://www.shaktinj.com/shaktima.htm
Jason Neff, L.Ac, C.A.
a Licensed Acupuncturist who has been in involved with oriental traditions since 1990. Jason graduated from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in New York City where he studied acupuncture, chinese herbology, tuina (a form of asian body work) and chinese dietary therapy. He also holds a B.S in design from Hofstra University in Long Island. He is a Nationally certified Acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist. He is a certified Qigong Meridian Therapist.
Jason can be reached at (973) 517-6277 or jason@shaktinj.com. You can visit his website at www.phoenixtcm.com.
Eastern School of Acupuncture Japanese Meridian Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine
973-746-8717
Montclair, NJ
Provides a low-cost clinic by appointment for the public.
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