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Ms. Ellen D. Leonard, L.AC.

Acupuncturist

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24 years Experience
Ms. Ellen D. Leonard, L.AC.
  • Grants Pass, OR
  • New England School of Acupuncture
  • Accepting new patients

What is better for sciatica acupuncture or chiropractor?

I can usually take care of sciatica with a series of treatments, but if I don't make any headway, I send my patients to a chiropractor for a few adjustments. Then I can usually READ MORE
I can usually take care of sciatica with a series of treatments, but if I don't make any headway, I send my patients to a chiropractor for a few adjustments. Then I can usually get rid of the sciatica fairly quickly.

Is it safe to do acupuncture every day?

If you are getting a local treatment for an injury, sure, you could do it every day. But if you're being treated for anything else, no, twice a week is plenty. You would become READ MORE
If you are getting a local treatment for an injury, sure, you could do it every day. But if you're being treated for anything else, no, twice a week is plenty. You would become worn out and fatigued if you were to go every day.

What are the benefits of acupuncture for generalized anxiety disorder?

The benefits of acupuncture for anxiety are that it can help or alleviate it over time.

Can acupuncture treat sweating?

Yes, there are treatments for excessive sweating.

Can acupuncture damage nerves?

No, even if we were to hit a nerve, the needles are so tiny it would just tingle, but no damage would be done.

Can acupuncture help panic attacks?

Yes, I successfully treat panic attacks on a regular basis.

What does acupuncture do for anxiety?

It can control or eliminate anxiety.

How long does acupuncture take to work for depression?

It would take a series of treatments. Everyone is different.

Can acupuncture help with insomnia?

Yes, I treat insomnia quite often with success.

Can acupuncture help a chronic cough?

Yes. Call around to find someone who knows how to deal with chronic cough.

Is acupuncture good for sprained ankles?

Yes, indeed. I have treated my own and others' sprains very successfully with acupuncture and moxa.

Does acupuncture treat acid reflux?

Yes, it can treat acid reflux. But I would also look into getting some food enzymes to help your food digest more quickly so it isn't sitting in your stomach fermenting, causing READ MORE
Yes, it can treat acid reflux. But I would also look into getting some food enzymes to help your food digest more quickly so it isn't sitting in your stomach fermenting, causing gas, opening the sphincter in your diaphragm, allowing food and acid to flow back up into your throat.

Should you rest after acupuncture?

Yes, resting after a treatment allows the acupuncture to continue to work.

Does acupuncture improve egg quality?

No, but it can increase your ability to get pregnant.

What should you not do before acupuncture?

Don't get drunk or stoned before an acupuncture treatment. And be sure to have something to eat beforehand.

Is it ok to get a massage after acupuncture?

Sure, but you're going to feel like a noodle. Be careful driving home afterwards. You're going to be extremely relaxed.

What should you do after an acupuncture session?

It's good to rest and maybe eat after getting a treatment.

Can acupuncture ease sinus problems?

Yes, acupuncture can ease sinus problems, and there are many wonderful Chinese herbal formulas that do a great job, too.

How effective is acupuncture for depression?

Acupuncture works really well for all emotional issues, including depression. I highly recommend you go for a series of treatments. It's one of my favorite things to treat because READ MORE
Acupuncture works really well for all emotional issues, including depression. I highly recommend you go for a series of treatments. It's one of my favorite things to treat because it works so well.

Can acupuncture help with fertility?

Yes, I help women get pregnant with acupuncture all the time.