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Pain Management with Acupuncture and Massage Therapy. Professional Skin Care treatments, Consultation, House calls, and Post-Op (after) Surgery Care.

Philosophy Statement: We employ integrative multi-therapeutic treatment to address client needs effectively.

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Understanding Acupuncture:

In Chinese Medicine we know of fourteen major energy channels called meridians that run through the body. Meridians connect every body structure to one another. Each meridian has different collection reservoirs (for Qi) called Acupoints. These Acupoints have been studied and researched for thousands of years by the ancient Chinese among many other cultures.

Each of the Meridians carry Qi, and normally (when in a balanced state) the Qi is moving freely. Sometimes, when the body is out of balance Qi can become sluggish, thick, or stuck. This is not the same as Qi being abundant in an Acupoint. The abundant Qi in the Acupoint just means that there is more Qi there, but it doesn't mean that the Qi is not moving freely. It's more of a collection of Qi that is renewed or recycled there.  With that idea/thought in your mind, you can now grasp the concept of what an Acupoint is. 

Qi is just as important as Blood and Lymphatic fluid in physiological health. In order to be in good health according to ancient Chinese Medicine, the Qi must be in good circulation and in sufficient amount in each body part. Qi is another circulatory system just as Blood and Lymph are. It just can't be seen by any means we have today, but it can be felt. Qi in ancient Chinese Medicine is the vital force that creates energy within a living organism. The Meridians can get blocked just like an artery can. With an artery blockage we see Coronary Artery Disease, Aneurysms, etc. With a Meridian blockage, the Qi gets stuck which can lead to many imbalances within the body. One such imbalance is known as Blood Stagnation. When Blood stagnates, and not moving freely it results in pain, and a host of musculoskeletal disorders.

Suggestions before and after a Visit:

 An Acupuncture Nurse

Virginia Albin, LPN, L Ac, LMT and Licensed Esthetician,

Acupuncturist, Licensed practical Nurse, Esthetician, and Massage Therapist.


I ask my patients to observe some of the following suggestions to get the most benefit from acupuncture treatments and avoid side effects.

Before your acupuncture visit:

  • Bring a list of all medications and supplements you are taking
  • Wear no make-up or perfume
  • Wear loose clothing as it is more convenient to access painful areas.
  • At least five hours prior to your visit, stop any caffeine intake.
  • As an empty stomach can be the cause of dizziness after a treatment and a heavy meal might cause nausea, eat a light meal or snack before the visit.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Do not drink alcohol.
  • Do not drink a liquid or eat a food that has strong dye.
After your acupuncture visit:
  • Do not eat greasy or spicy food
  • Make the rest of the day a relaxing time
  • Do not exercise
  • Do not drink alcohol
  • Do not shower for several hours after treatment

An Acupuncture Nurse

Healing modalities that can be combined for an overall complete treatment. These services combined in one local clinic create a one stop shop.