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Evan Marcus

Acupuncturist

Evan Marcus is an acupuncturist practicing in Delray Beach, Florida. Dr. Marcus evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of oriental medicine. Acupuncturists complete their evaluations by getting a patient history and looking at and touching the body. Then, they place very fine acupuncture needles into specific points on the body. Stimulating these points and nerves is how Dr. Marcus treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
9 years Experience
Evan Marcus
  • Boynton Beach, Florida
  • A.T.O.M.
  • Accepting new patients

Can acupuncture relieve my back pain?

Yes and more information about Medicare looking into acupuncture. https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/medicare-will-pay-for-acupuncture-that-is-part-of-low-back-pain-research/2019/07/15/3eb8cf94-a749-11e9-9214-246e594de5d5_story.html READ MORE
Yes and more information about Medicare looking into acupuncture. https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/medicare-will-pay-for-acupuncture-that-is-part-of-low-back-pain-research/2019/07/15/3eb8cf94-a749-11e9-9214-246e594de5d5_story.html

Can chronic fatigue syndrome be treated with acupuncture?

Combined with the right herbal formula, yes.

How long does an acupuncture treatment last?

Depends on who you are seeing. If you were to come see me, first treatment usually takes 90 minutes. Follow up visits take up to 60 minutes.

Is acupuncture a safe treatment for chronic pain?

https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/medicare-will-pay-for-acupuncture-that-is-part-of-low-back-pain-research/2019/07/15/3eb8cf94-a749-11e9-9214-246e594de5d5_story.html

What are the negative side effects of acupuncture?

Every individual responds differently. You may feel worse before you get better. You may instantly get relief after the first treatment. Just depends.

What alternative healing practices can reduce my back pain?

Yes, it can. It is extremely effective to reduce the pain.

Relieving pain with acupuncture?

It stimulates the part of the brain which controls how we interpret pain. Acupuncture helps stimulate an endorphin reaction.

Can acupuncture help with headaches?

Yes combined with an herbal formula. It helps stimulate blood flow and reduce tension.

What does acupuncture actually do?

Helps stimulate blood flow, reduces inflammation, activates the body’s own natural pain receptors, deactivates the part of the brain which controls pain.

Is it normal to feel dizzy after acupuncture?

If it is your first time receiving acupuncture, yes. If you have gotten up fast from the table, yes.

What do acupuncture needles feel like?

Every patient feels a different reaction. Some of my patients have informed me of an electric feeling, soreness around the acupuncture point, a fish grabbing onto the hook, or READ MORE
Every patient feels a different reaction. Some of my patients have informed me of an electric feeling, soreness around the acupuncture point, a fish grabbing onto the hook, or a vibration.

Can acupuncture be dangerous?

If the practitioner is not licensed, has not gone to an accredited Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine school, or has not had enough training.

Does acupuncture reduce inflammation?

Yes. Number 1 treatment to reduce inflammation.

Is there evidence that acupuncture works?

Acupuncture can help with chronic neck pain. There is literature out there. Go to the NHI, NCCAOM website, American Society of Acupuncturists are good to find information.

Can vertigo be treated with acupuncture?

Yes Acupuncture can help treat vertigo.

Can acupuncture help fertility?

Yes it can. It would be good if both members were to come in. It could be the husband has an issue as well.

Can acupuncture treat migraines?

Acupuncture has been proven effectively to treat migraines.

Where are acupuncture needles placed for migraines?

I believe you should get acupuncture for migraines. However, where do the migraines occur is the question. At the same time, not all migraines are the same. More information, looking READ MORE
I believe you should get acupuncture for migraines. However, where do the migraines occur is the question. At the same time, not all migraines are the same. More information, looking at the tongue, and checking the pulse Chinese medicine-style will offer a better idea of how to treat.

Can acupuncture work for acne?

Greatly benefits for acne. It also depends on how your daily eating habits, stress, hormones can play a role, and other factors as well.