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Harry Shao
Chiropractor
Dr. Harry Shao is an acupuncturist practicing in McKinney, TX. Dr. Shao 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. Shao treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
26 years
Experience
Harry Shao
- McKinney, TX
- Texas Chiropractic College
- Accepting new patients
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How long does it take to fix a bulging disc?
Depends on the cause, if it's severe with constant shooting pain down to the leg. That might take longer or may need other procedures. If it's mild to moderate, it might not be READ MORE
Depends on the cause, if it's severe with constant shooting pain down to the leg. That might take longer or may need other procedures. If it's mild to moderate, it might not be 5-10 visits.
Does acupuncture help vitiligo?
I assume you meant vertigo. Right? Vertigo has many causes, from simple wind condition to brain issues. Acupuncture can help expel excessive wind built up in your head and that READ MORE
I assume you meant vertigo. Right? Vertigo has many causes, from simple wind condition to brain issues. Acupuncture can help expel excessive wind built up in your head and that might ease your vertigo issues.
How often should you have acupuncture during pregnancy?
Having acupuncture during pregnancy has great benefits to both mother and baby. But most common reasons for mommy to get acupuncture is for morning sickness, lower back pain, sciatica, READ MORE
Having acupuncture during pregnancy has great benefits to both mother and baby. But most common reasons for mommy to get acupuncture is for morning sickness, lower back pain, sciatica, and helping induce labor. Depending on mother's conditions and the term, it could be once to twice a week until condition improved.
How long does acupuncture take to work for back pain?
A lot of times, you can feel the improvement right after treatment. Depending on your condition, you might feel a little worse, like soreness.
Is it safe to do acupuncture every day?
Depends on the conditions. For stroke patients, in order to get a better result, daily treatment might required. For patients with mild to moderate conditions, 1-2-3 treatment(s)/week READ MORE
Depends on the conditions. For stroke patients, in order to get a better result, daily treatment might required. For patients with mild to moderate conditions, 1-2-3 treatment(s)/week all may be possible depending on the doctor's diagnosis.
How do you know if acupuncture is working?
Depends on what you come in for. If your symptom is improved and you feel better overall, acupuncture is working for you.
Can acupuncture prevent the flu?
The purpose of acupuncture is to improve the energy (Chi) flow in your body by inserting a filiform needle into trigger points of your body. Once the Chi flow is unblocked, that READ MORE
The purpose of acupuncture is to improve the energy (Chi) flow in your body by inserting a filiform needle into trigger points of your body. Once the Chi flow is unblocked, that will strengthen your energy hence your immune system. Then you have more fighting power against outside invaders - could be microorganisms, or simply negative energy.
Can acupuncture loosen tight muscles in neck?
Yes, acupuncture can help reduce the tension of the muscle by working on the trigger points and with the help of cupping and electric stimulation, the successful rate is very high. READ MORE
Yes, acupuncture can help reduce the tension of the muscle by working on the trigger points and with the help of cupping and electric stimulation, the successful rate is very high.
Can you get acupuncture for anxiety?
Yes, acupuncture can help anxiety. The endorphins generated from your body through acupuncture treatment can relax you.
Is this normal after acupuncture?
Yes, it's normal. Acupuncture will help your body releasing endorphins, you'll feel relaxed and pain reduced after treatment.
How many acupuncture sessions does it take to see results?
There are many causes of headaches; could be from neck, sinuses, or even both, or from high blood pressure and stress. First, you need to identify the cause of the headaches, then READ MORE
There are many causes of headaches; could be from neck, sinuses, or even both, or from high blood pressure and stress. First, you need to identify the cause of the headaches, then use acupuncture or other tcm methods to help. Oftentimes, you can experience the release right after your first visit.
How many acupuncture sessions do you need for headaches?
It varies, depends on the type of headaches and the levels it involves. For example, headaches at the forehead area may cause by the neck- cervicogenic headaches or maybe from READ MORE
It varies, depends on the type of headaches and the levels it involves. For example, headaches at the forehead area may cause by the neck- cervicogenic headaches or maybe from sinus pressure-sinus headaches or even from both, and that could become migraine. Then you have to treat both to eliminate the headaches. A brief exam is required to find the right diagnosis.
How many sessions of acupuncture do I need?
It depends on your conditions. If it's more recent and less muscles involved, it might take 3-5 visits.
Hope this helps.
Dr. Hartyr
Hope this helps.
Dr. Hartyr
Can acupuncture help with allergies?
Hello,
You're wanting to know if acupuncture can naturally help reduce allergies. The answer is yes! We see quite a few patients for this reason.
Ashley Griffith
You're wanting to know if acupuncture can naturally help reduce allergies. The answer is yes! We see quite a few patients for this reason.
Ashley Griffith
Can acupuncture help with migraines?
Yes, acupuncture can absolutely help with migraines. It is one of the many areas our office specializes in.
Ashley Griffith
Ashley Griffith
Is it normal to feel dizzy after acupuncture?
Yes, it is very normal to feel dizzy after getting acupuncture treatment done. That is why we suggest you drink a lot of water and not to do any hard or heavy lifting/workouts READ MORE
Yes, it is very normal to feel dizzy after getting acupuncture treatment done. That is why we suggest you drink a lot of water and not to do any hard or heavy lifting/workouts for the few hours following your treatments.
Thank you!
Ashley Griffith
Thank you!
Ashley Griffith
What does acupuncture actually do?
Acupuncture works on balancing the energy channels running through your body, called Meridians. Sometimes the channels got blocked or interfered, maybe from emotions or physical READ MORE
Acupuncture works on balancing the energy channels running through your body, called Meridians. Sometimes the channels got blocked or interfered, maybe from emotions or physical injuries; oftentimes if there is blockage there is pain. And it's the acupuncturists or OMD's job to find the blockages and the trigger points associated with them, then insert acupuncture needles to open up the blockages and regain the balance and hominy for your body. Migraine/pain is just one of the benefits you could receive from acupuncture.
Where are acupuncture needles placed for migraines?
Hello,
Acupuncture needles for migraines are placed in the back of the head around the base of your neck. We have many patients that come in for migraine relief that say that READ MORE
Hello,
Acupuncture needles for migraines are placed in the back of the head around the base of your neck. We have many patients that come in for migraine relief that say that acupuncture is the best relief they have found.
Thank you,
Ashley Griffith
Acupuncture needles for migraines are placed in the back of the head around the base of your neck. We have many patients that come in for migraine relief that say that acupuncture is the best relief they have found.
Thank you,
Ashley Griffith
Does acupressure for weight loss work?
Yes, it does help with weight loss.
Does acupuncture help with depression?
Absolutely, acupuncture can help you with this issue.
