What is community acupuncture?
Community acupuncture(*) consists of treatments that are offered in a small group setting versus a private room. Patients are treated using distal and frontal points in comfortable reclining chairs.
Why community acupuncture?
Community acupuncture is also a good way of trying acupuncture if you have never experienced it before. For a limited time, we provide this special service to our community as a way of reducing some of the cost barriers that may be associated with private treatments.
When is it offered?
For a limited time, community acupuncture sessions are offered on Saturdays and some Wednesdays.
What is the cost of community acupuncture?
Community acupuncture is offered on a sliding scale from $50 to $75 per session.
Where is the community acupuncture session held?
Sessions are held in a relaxing group setting on the 3rd floor, Suite 313. Patients are treated in comfortable reclining chairs.
Who provides the acupuncture treatment?
Nikita Abiwon, L.Ac., will be the practitioner providing all community acupuncture treatments.
How long does a community acupuncture session last?
Treatments typically last between 30-45 minutes.
What conditions can be treated in community acupuncture?
Community acupuncture is great for insomnia, headaches, stress, allergies/sinus congestion, pain management, neck tension, and general wellness maintenance. However, certain conditions like fertility support/IUI/IVF treatments are not suitable for this setting due to the position of the required treatment points.
Is community acupuncture different from private acupuncture?
Yes, community acupuncture is held in a group setting rather than in private treatment rooms. It’s an affordable way to receive acupuncture and is great for those new to acupuncture or seeking mini-treatments between private sessions.
How should I prepare?
Please wear comfortable, loose clothing, making sure that your arms, shoulders, and legs (up to 6-8 inches above the knees) can be easily exposed as needed. A majority of the most commonly used acupuncture points are on the arms and legs.
How often can I expect to come in?
You can come as often as you like during this limited time offer.
(*) Exceptions:
- Not all concerns can be addressed in a community acupuncture treatment.
- Female infertility is a common health concern that acupuncture is used for. Due to the position of the points used, fertility treatments require private acupuncture treatments.
- Services like cupping, gua sha or e-stimulation of acupuncture points are not provided in community acupuncture.