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Shu-chin Hwang, L.AC.

Acupuncturist

Shu-chin Hwang is an acupuncturist practicing in Montville, NJ. Hwang 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 Hwang treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
Shu-chin Hwang, L.AC.
  • Florham Park, NJ
  • Accepting new patients

How often does acupuncture cause bacterial infections?

No. As a mater of fact, acupuncture can help to speed up the healing of your injury. Usually, we don't put needles on the local injury area. Usually, we put needle at the distal READ MORE
No. As a mater of fact, acupuncture can help to speed up the healing of your injury. Usually, we don't put needles on the local injury area.
Usually, we put needle at the distal points and yet help the most.

Is acupuncture safe?

Yes. Acupuncture is safe and effective.

I take blood thinners regularly. Is acupuncture dangerous for me?

No, Acupuncture is very safe. Your doctor is good in his field but he is not an acupuncturist, therefore, he does not know much about acupuncture.

Where are the acupuncture points for fertility?

Different acupuncturists do different acupuncture points. Enjoy your session.

What can acupuncture do for the muscles?

Acupuncture will relax your muscles.

Does acupuncture help knee pain?

Acupuncture will absolutely help your knee pain. The acupuncture will try to unblock the channel, bring the blood flow.

Do you need a diagnosis to get acupuncture?

Yes. Acupuncture can help you. Eastern medicine is very different from Western medicine. We have our own diagnosis.

Will acupuncture help my knee pain?

Acupuncture definitely can help you.

Will acupuncture help with knee pain?

Yes. Acupuncture can definitely help you. Most of time, we put needles on distal points.

Is acupuncture safe for people with hemophilia?

I never have any patients with hemophilia but I don't think it's a problem with acupuncture since we use very tiny needles. However, the needles might cause bruises.

Do you recommend acupuncture for neuropathy?

It never hurts to try acupuncture.

Does acupuncture hurt?

Most acupuncture points do not hurt.

Which is better for back pain: acupuncturist or chiropractor?

You can do your experiments. Do chiropractor for 2 months and do acupuncture for 2 months and you will have your answers.

Are acupuncture needles reused?

Hi,

No, All needles are single insertion only.