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Ms. Ellen D. Leonard, L.AC.
Acupuncturist
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23 years
Experience
Ms. Ellen D. Leonard, L.AC.
- Grants Pass, OR
- New England School of Acupuncture
- Accepting new patients
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Can acupuncture help prevent viruses?
Yes, in that it can improve your immune system by balancing your body systems.
Where do acupuncture needles go for fertility?
Each practitioner will put needles in different places, depending on the protocols they have learned. Also, what the acupuncturist finds in your tongue and pulse will determine READ MORE
Each practitioner will put needles in different places, depending on the protocols they have learned. Also, what the acupuncturist finds in your tongue and pulse will determine where they put the needles.
Is acupuncture good for heel pain?
Yes, some practitioners are very good at plantar fasciitis and other forms of heel pain.
Is acupuncture on the forehead safe?
Absolutely. There are many acupuncture points on the forehead and they are all safe to needle.
Would acupuncture help plantar fasciitis?
Yes, some practitioners are very adept at treating plantar fasciitis.
Does acupuncture help vertigo?
Vertigo can be tough to treat, but yes, it can help. I have a patient currently who I have treated and her dizziness is effectively gone now.
What is acupuncture and how does it help?
I went through 4 years of a masters program to find the answers to your questions. I suggest you pick up the book, "The Web that has no Weaver" by Ted Kaptchuk. It does a good READ MORE
I went through 4 years of a masters program to find the answers to your questions. I suggest you pick up the book, "The Web that has no Weaver" by Ted Kaptchuk. It does a good job of explaining the processes in laymen's terms.
How many acupuncture sessions does it take to see results?
Everyone is different, and different problems take different amounts of time. Usually, the longer you've had something, the longer it takes to get it healed. Most of my patients READ MORE
Everyone is different, and different problems take different amounts of time. Usually, the longer you've had something, the longer it takes to get it healed. Most of my patients start out with 12 treatments through insurance. Most of the time, if it's a long-standing issue, we get authorization for more.
What should I do after acupuncture?
Relax as much as possible after a treatment. Let the treatment continue to work.
What is acupuncture and how does it help?
I went through 4 years of a masters program to get the answers to your questions. To say that it balances the body's energy doesn't really tell you much. I suggest you pick up READ MORE
I went through 4 years of a masters program to get the answers to your questions. To say that it balances the body's energy doesn't really tell you much. I suggest you pick up the book, "The Web that has no Weaver" by Ted Kaptchuk. It does a good job of explaining the processes in laymen's terms.
How often should I get acupuncture for migraines?
I start out with twice a week. Once the migraines stop and don't come back between treatments, I spread it out to once a week, then once every other week, and so on until we find READ MORE
I start out with twice a week. Once the migraines stop and don't come back between treatments, I spread it out to once a week, then once every other week, and so on until we find the time spread that works.
What is the success rate of acupuncture?
I have heard that western medicine is effective 33% of the time and that eastern medicine 75% of the time. My success rate seems to be far higher than that, probably 98%. It's READ MORE
I have heard that western medicine is effective 33% of the time and that eastern medicine 75% of the time. My success rate seems to be far higher than that, probably 98%. It's awesome for most problems, especially those western medicine can't really affect.
How long does it take for acupuncture to work for anxiety?
My patients usually walk out the door feeling better after the first treatment. It may not last very long, which is why they need to come back for a series of treatments, but READ MORE
My patients usually walk out the door feeling better after the first treatment. It may not last very long, which is why they need to come back for a series of treatments, but most people feel very peaceful and relaxed after each treatment.
What are the side effects of acupuncture?
The only side effects of acupuncture that I've seen are sometimes feeling sleepy after a treatment. Otherwise, people just feel better and very relaxed.
How are acupuncture and chiropractic care similar?
They aren't. One deals with the physical body - bones and nerves, the other with the energies of the body. Entirely different approaches. Both viable and helpful, but very different. READ MORE
They aren't. One deals with the physical body - bones and nerves, the other with the energies of the body. Entirely different approaches. Both viable and helpful, but very different.
Can acupuncture help with migraines?
Yes, I treat migraines quite successfully. It does depend on what's causing them. If it's from chemicals in, say, a nail salon, I might not be able to overcome the toxicity of READ MORE
Yes, I treat migraines quite successfully. It does depend on what's causing them. If it's from chemicals in, say, a nail salon, I might not be able to overcome the toxicity of the chemicals. But other normal causes can usually be treated successfully. You may need to go in for tuneups every so often.
Can acupuncture help with knee pain?
It certainly can help with knee pain, but like everything else, each person is different. Also, some things need to be repaired by western medicine. I would check with a local READ MORE
It certainly can help with knee pain, but like everything else, each person is different. Also, some things need to be repaired by western medicine. I would check with a local acupuncturist to find out if they could help in your case.
Where are acupuncture needles placed?
Needles are placed all over the head and body, depending on what you are being treated for. They can also be placed in the ear and hands.
Is acupuncture on the head safe?
Yes, there are lots and lots of points on the head and face that we needle all the time.
Does acupuncture work for anti-aging?
There are practitioners who have learned micro needling and electric stim for "face lifts," but otherwise, we just help you stay healthy which is the best way to stave off the READ MORE
There are practitioners who have learned micro needling and electric stim for "face lifts," but otherwise, we just help you stay healthy which is the best way to stave off the declines of aging.
