Acupuncturists in Iowa City, IA

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Patrick Yoerger
Acupuncturist, LAc
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Iowa City, IA 52240
I offer unique hands-on treatments which integrate Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and tui na massage with a modern understanding of chronic and acute pain. Having worked as a massage therapist for 10 years I expertly identify and eliminate myofascial trigger points, which can cause pain and dysfunction of muscles and joints, using tools such as acupuncture, tui na (massage), gua sha (muscle scraping / stripping), and cupping. Come visit us today and get relief today!
I offer unique hands-on treatments which integrate Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and tui na massage with a modern understanding of chronic and acute pain. Having worked as a massage therapist for 10 years I expertly identify and eliminate myofascial trigger points, which can cause pain and dysfunction of muscles and joints, using tools such as acupuncture, tui na (massage), gua sha (muscle scraping / stripping), and cupping. Come visit us today and get relief today!
(319) 774-1790 View (319) 774-1790
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Laura E Christensen
Acupuncturist, MA, MAc, LAc, DiplAc
Verified Verified
Iowa City, IA 52240
You are seeking help for a challenging health condition. You've tried everything and have not been happy with your results and are still feeling less than your best. You don't have the energy you'd like, you don't sleep well, your weight is not where you want, you have pain that interferes with your activity, you may be depressed, anxious, or feeling hopeless about your situation. You don't know who to trust and may be overwhelmed with all the options you hear about. You may be concerned about the legitimacy or safety of treatments you hear about. You are frustrated. I specialize in assisting people who are in just this situation.
You are seeking help for a challenging health condition. You've tried everything and have not been happy with your results and are still feeling less than your best. You don't have the energy you'd like, you don't sleep well, your weight is not where you want, you have pain that interferes with your activity, you may be depressed, anxious, or feeling hopeless about your situation. You don't know who to trust and may be overwhelmed with all the options you hear about. You may be concerned about the legitimacy or safety of treatments you hear about. You are frustrated. I specialize in assisting people who are in just this situation.
(319) 474-5089 View (319) 474-5089
Acupuncture in Iowa City - is it right for me?
Acupuncture is based on the concepts of oriental medicine or traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and is one of the oldest healing practices in the world. Iowa City acupuncturists are health care professionals who evaluate and treat the many conditions, aches and pains that respond to acupuncture.

Acupuncturists insert very fine acupuncture needles into the body. The purpose of the needles is to stimulate acupuncture points or meridians. The needles do not inject any substance into your body and are so fine as to be virtually impossible to feel. In some cases, acupuncture may be accompanied by electrical stimulation or the burning of moxa, a form of heat therapy. Or use acupressure, where physical pressure is applied by hand or elbow to trigger points with the aim of clearing blockages in these meridians.

'Accupuncture' and 'Accupuncturist' are common mis-spellings.

Credentials for Iowa City licensed acupuncturists?
A licensed acupuncturist in Iowa City needs a minimum of two years college education and must complete three years of professional training and pass the State's approved licensing examination. The three year program includes both theory and hands-on clinical practice. Most States' professional training programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) and by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).