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Effective Pain Relief through Acupuncture

How Acupuncturists are Changing the Face of Pain Relief

As acupuncturists, our collective vision is focused on creating western medicine alternative modalities in pain management. Because in many cases, acupuncture is equally effective, yet at substantially lower risk with few side effects, when compared with traditional western pain relief techniques.

In terms of efficacy, we refer to the most authoritative health organizations in the world and in the United States, World Health Organization (“WHO”) and National Institute of Health (“NIH”). In 2003, WHO published a report about clinical trials researching the effectiveness of acupuncture and listed 28 diseases, symptoms and conditions for which acupuncture has been proved, through controlled trials, to be an effective treatment; with scores more for which acupuncture has shown effectiveness. Among the listed diseases, symptoms and conditions, a big portion is pain related. In 1997, NIH published its Consensus Development Conference Statement of Acupuncture, which basically is in line with WHO positions.

NIH Comments on risk and side effects of Acupuncture.

Commenting on risk and side effects of acupuncture, NIH stated in the same consensus statement:
One of the advantages of acupuncture is that the incidence of adverse effects is substantially lower than that of many drugs or other accepted medical procedures used for the same conditions. As an example, musculo-skeletal conditions, such as fibromyalgia, myofascial pain, and tennis elbow, or epicondylitis, are conditions for which acupuncture may be beneficial. These painful conditions are often traditionally treated with, among other things, anti-inflammatory medications (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc.) or with steroid injections. Both medical interventions have a potential for deleterious side effects but are still widely used and are considered acceptable treatments. The evidence supporting these therapies is no better than that for acupuncture.

According to NIH, more than 20,000 Americans died of drug abuse each year in recent year. Among them, more than half were due to pain relievers. If you are suffering pain, your wise choice is actually no-brainer – visit with a qualified, licensed acupuncturist first.

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What Can You Expect from Acupuncture Treatments?

To determine the type of acupuncture treatment that will help you the most, your practitioner may ask you about your symptoms, behaviors and lifestyle.

He or she may also closely examine:

The parts of your body that are painful
The shape, coating and color of your tongue
The color of your face
The strength, rhythm and quality of the pulse in your wrist

This initial evaluation may take up to 60 minutes. Subsequent appointments usually take about a half-hour. A common treatment plan for a single complaint would typically involve one or two treatments a week. Number of treatments will depend on the condition being treated and its severity, but six to eight treatments are common.

During Your Acupuncture Visit

Acupuncture points are situated in all areas of the body. Sometimes the appropriate points are far removed from the area of your pain. Your acupuncture practitioner will tell you the general site of the planned treatment and if you need to remove any clothing. If appropriate, a gown, towel or sheet will be provided to preserve your modesty.

You lie on a padded table for the treatment, which involves:

Needle Insertion

Acupuncture needles are very thin, so insertion usually causes little discomfort. Between five and 20 needles are used in a typical treatment. You may feel a mild aching sensation when a needle reaches the correct depth.

Needle manipulation.

Your practitioner may gently move or twirl the needles after placement or apply heat or mild electrical pulses to the needles.

Needle removal

In most cases, the needles remain in place for 10 to 20 minutes while you lie still and relax. There is usually no discomfort when the needles are removed.

After Acupuncture Treatment

Some people feel relaxed and others feel energized after an acupuncture treatment. But not everyone responds to acupuncture. If your symptoms don’t begin to improve within a few weeks, acupuncture may not be right for you.

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I want to give a great big thanks to Dr. Long for taking care of me and my muscles with her awesome acupuncture treatment. I strongly recommend.

Cre'Von LeBlanc

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I really recommend Dr. Iris she is really great!

When I first went to Team Acupuncture I could not stand up straight and I was in a lot of pain. My first fall from a horse was when I was a year old and after that I had many more. I used to be a jumper but had to stop at the age of 21 because of back pain. I am now 28 years old and used to live with constant back and neck pain. I was able to feel the difference after the first visit, after the second visit my pain was almost gone and I am able to walk normal again. I really recommend Dr. Iris she is really great!

Stephanie Albert

Wellington, FL

Dr. Long is the best one acupuncturist I have met

I have now been to 5 different acupuncturists. Dr. Long is the best one I have met up to this point. I’ve gotten a lot of attention from her and she puts much more effort and time into trying to get me healthy than past acupuncturists. Very pleased with my improved health and the effort Dr. Long gives to get me healthier.

Steve Vurture

West Palm Beach

We were really happy that we discovered this place!

An extraordinarily nice acupuncture clinic; very pleasant, relaxing and beautifully decorated environment; very helpful, empathetic and knowledgeable acupuncturist. She even offered us that we could contact her later through e-mail if we had any questions. She invested a lot of time in my treatment, providing acupuncture, cupping, moxa and herbs. We were really happy that we discovered this place!

Ivana Hollan

Czech Republic

I am so fortunate to have found Dr. Long!

My sciatica issues were getting progressively more painful. I had been to two acupuncturists and a Chiropractor plus some PT and have had plenty of Advil. I am amazed that after one session with Dr. Long my most intense pain went from maybe 9-10 to about 3-4. I have never had such dramatic relief in my life. Dr. Long is very experienced, very concerned with her patient’s comfort and very attentive. If you are suffering then Team Acupuncture is positively the place to visit. I am so fortunate to have found Dr. Long!

Audrey Holder

Palm Beach County

Dr. Long does such a good job.

I’m Caretha Cason and a friend/coworker told me about acupuncture because I was having pain on my foot /heel where I couldn’t walk hardly and I was goin to the foot dr. which I’ve already been before several times and they gave me a diagnostic of a heel spur. My coworker said try acupuncture because I had the same problem you having and I went to Dr.Long and she heeled me and I have no more pain in my foot. So I tried her and I’ve been to her 3 times already and I can feel the difference in my foot/heel. It doesn’t hurt as much. She also is treating me for my migraines and stress I must say she is a very polite and compassionate lady. Dr. Long does such a good job.

Caretha Cason

Green Acres

Cannot wait to make my next appointment. Highly recommend!

I went into Team Acupuncture with a lot of discomfort in my neck and rear shoulder. I had no idea what to expect being it was my first time receiving acupuncture. Dr. Iris made me feel extremely comfortable; using not only the acupuncture needles but also heat, electric stimulation, and a new technique to me: cupping. Walking out of the office my neck and shoulder feel so much better! Cannot wait to make my next appointment. Highly recommend!

David Trovato

Royal Palm Beach

Dr. Long is fabulous!

Dr. Long (Iris) is fabulous! I have been seeing her for over a year and have recommended her over and over again. My family has received treatments in acupuncture and cupping and everything in between to resolve post surgical/injury adhesions, daily stress and hormone balancing. Her background in Traditional Chinese medicine is extensive. The office is clean, relaxing and inviting. Iris is “the real deal”. You can trust her to provide the best evaluation and treatment possible.

Ali DeGowin

Delray Beach, FL

My quality of life has dramatically increased

I have suffered with chronic lower back pain for 30+ years due to a childhood injury and a lifetime of contact sports. I regularly participated in physical therapy and chiropractic treatment with limited results. My discomfort became so severe earlier this year that I received 3 sessions of cortisone injections into my spine. The relief was minimal and short lived. My next step was surgery and a spinal fusion. I limped into Ms Long’s office as a last ditch effort to ease my pain. After one session I walked out feeling exponentially better and within 2 days I experienced a sensation I hadn’t had in two decades, comfort. Not just pain relief but a feeling of being at ease. I’m am now able to weight train and practice Jiu Jitsu with my son again. If I can offer one piece of advice it would be to not wait. My quality of life has dramatically increased do to the acupuncture I received.

C Marcus

Palm Beach County

Dr. Long Is A Gifted & Compassionate Medical Professional.

I am writing this review in gratitude for the incredible pain relief I experienced through Team Acupuncture in Wellington, Florida. Dr. Long is a gifted, compassionate medical professional. She conducted a thorough medical assessment and developed an individualized treatment protocol that significantly improved my quality of life. Her holistic approach to health restoration is truly remarkable.

Dr. Nick Palmieri

Professor, Palm Beach Atlantic University

Acupuncture Helps Equestrians

I have scoliosis which is a deviation in the column. I have this condition since I was a teenager, never really bothers me. Start bothering me when I bought a new horse, and in order for me to ride him in the ride way I have to use muscles that because of the curvature on my column I haven’t using them, at that point the pain started. The pain was really strong during the night, I couldn’t sleep well, I woke up with numbness on my left side and kind of headache. I decided to tried acupuncture and luckily found Dr. Long. She is amazing, in a matter of ten sessions my pain is gone (although I know the curvature is there) . Thank to her I can ride my horse and do my gym routine. It was a great, and I don’t regret it a minute. Thank you Dr. Long.

Imelda Gutierrez, Wellington FL

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I Feel Blessed to Have Someone Like Dr. Long in My Life

I’ve experienced incredible professional service provided to me by Doctor Long in the last month and a half I’ve been receiving Acupuncture therapy. She has helped me tremendously with my anxiety and weight loss issues. Due to her helping me control my anxiety, I’ve actually loss 15 pounds in the process. I’m extremely grateful to Doctor Long for all she has done for me. Doctor Long is very kind and understanding. I feel blessed to have someone like her in my life. I wholeheartedly recommend Doctor Long to anyone trying to naturally better their lives.

F Luque, Wellington FL

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Visiting Dr. Long’s Practice Has Greatly Improved My Health!

I initially visited Dr Long for treatment for TMJ and neck pain. This was my first experience with acupuncture and I was not sure what to expect. Dr. Long is very kind, professional and extremely knowledgeable. She explained the process and as she addressed ailment. After my first treatment, my TMJ pain was instantly better. While my neck and shoulders were being treated, I fell asleep on the table. The experience was so relaxing and calming; my tension pain melted away and I felt so much better.

Stephanie M, Wellington FL

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I Trust Dr. Long With My Eyes Closed During the Treatment!

My experience in this place have been wonderful and the attention has been superb. So far I have completed several session and since day one I could notice the difference on my performance not only professional but personal. It has been a great experience to be part of this journey where the treatment was all new to me. I have even recommended my brother in law, who suffered from back pain, this is how I trust this business and I will definitely continue recommending this place to anyone in the future.Dr. Long has been great and experienced, and I trust her with this procedure with my eyes closed.

Nestor M, Wellington FL

Patient

Dr. Long Is a Gifted Healer

Dr Long is a gifted healer. She’s extremely compassionate and intuitive. I tried Acupuncture for the first time for insomnia. A friend recommended it and I was desperate enough to try anything! After only a few sessions I started sleeping through the night again.

On another occasion I had a pinched nerve that was causing back pain. After a single session combining cupping and Acupuncture, amazingly the pain was gone. I don’t really understand how, but it really works and Dr Long is amazing.

R.N., Wellington, FL

Patient

Dr. Long Has Magical Hands

Dr. Long has been treating me for different health reasons including digestive problems, back pain, and very bad sleeping issues. I always look forward to seeing her knowing that when I walk out of her office, I notice the difference. She has magical hands and always makes me feel a whole lot better.

Kathy W., West Palm Beach, FL

Patient

Thanks for Your Help!

I had fractured on my spine and with 2 to 3 treatments of Doctor Long, I felt a lot relieved. Now, after 6 treatments, I can walk better, bend with not pain. thanks for all your help!!!

Luz Belalcazar, West Palm Beach, FL

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Thank You Dr. Long & Team Acupuncture

After a seminar on a cruise I was lucky enough to run into Dr. Yue (Iris) Long when going to Best Buy. A sign offered a free interview and session. It has been the best experience. You see I suffer from lower back pain and up to now nothing really worked and the pain would come back and many times made me bed ridden for days. Since seeing Dr. Long I no longer get the pain that would side line me for days. Dr. Long is very thorough and has a great caring personality. The offices are new and very well maintained. It is truly a holistic experience. When I leave I feel rejuvenated and I no longer suffer the debilitating lower back pain, thanks to Dr. Long and team acupuncture. I would recommended them to anyone to see if it is something that might work for them as it has for me.

Miguel Perez, Loxahatchee, FL

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