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Rebecca Flack

Acupuncturist

Rebecca Flack is an acupuncturist practicing in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Flack 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. Flack treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
Rebecca Flack
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • Accepting new patients

What are the benefits of acupuncture for generalized anxiety disorder?

Acupuncture is very good for GAD. One of the first effects of acupuncture most patients notice is the feeling of relaxation. I have very good success with acupuncture for anxiety. READ MORE
Acupuncture is very good for GAD. One of the first effects of acupuncture most patients notice is the feeling of relaxation. I have very good success with acupuncture for anxiety. I would suggest you give it a try.

Can acupuncture help with skin problems?

I am certified in facial acupuncture and it is known to rejuvenate your skin. There are also products that are used along with the treatments to help your skin. I believe if READ MORE
I am certified in facial acupuncture and it is known to rejuvenate your skin. There are also products that are used along with the treatments to help your skin. I believe if there is an acupuncturist in your area that does facial rejuvenation, it would really help you. I have seen good results in my patients.

Can acupuncture help panic attacks?

Acupuncture can help panic attacks because it helps to calm and balance the body.

Where do you put acupuncture needles for anxiety?

Anxiety can be treated with needles in the outer ear and also body points. Depending on your individual situation, the needles will be placed according to your needs. Generally, READ MORE
Anxiety can be treated with needles in the outer ear and also body points. Depending on your individual situation, the needles will be placed according to your needs. Generally, the needles are placed in the hands, feet, shoulders, ears and maybe some facial needles. Remember, the needles are hairlike and generally after they are placed you don't continue to feel them.

How long does it take for acupuncture to work for panic attacks?

Acupuncture works well for anxiety because one of the main actions of acupuncture during and after the treatment is to calm the body and assist in healing. Usually after, sometimes READ MORE
Acupuncture works well for anxiety because one of the main actions of acupuncture during and after the treatment is to calm the body and assist in healing. Usually after, sometimes even during, the first acupuncture treatment you will feel less anxious. I recommend 4 weekly treatments or maybe biweekly depending on your individual situation. This helps the body to maintain the changes that occur with acupuncture.

Can acupuncture help prevent a miscarriage?

Acupuncture helps to balance the body and is used quite often to maintain balance during pregnancy. Look for an acupuncturist in your area who has experience treating pregnancy. READ MORE
Acupuncture helps to balance the body and is used quite often to maintain balance during pregnancy. Look for an acupuncturist in your area who has experience treating pregnancy. I personally have successfully helped patients maintain healthy pregnancies. I believe you can find someone who will help you too.

Can acupuncture help lung problems?

Yes, acupuncture can help lung problems. I have a patient with COPD who first came to my office assisted and in a wheel chair. He is now able to drive himself and walk in. He READ MORE
Yes, acupuncture can help lung problems. I have a patient with COPD who first came to my office assisted and in a wheel chair. He is now able to drive himself and walk in. He has been compliant with physical therapy, acupuncture and diet changes also. It is holistic medicine and body, mind and spirit all play into healing. He still has COPD, but it is more manageable.

Is acupuncture good for heel pain?

I have treated heel pain in my clinic and had good success. There are any different reasons for heel pain and tests may need to be completed by your physician to identify the READ MORE
I have treated heel pain in my clinic and had good success. There are any different reasons for heel pain and tests may need to be completed by your physician to identify the problem so the acupuncturist can apply the treatment according to the injury or disfunction.

Where is the pressure point on your leg?

There are many acupuncture points / acupressure points on the legs. You can google acupuncture points on the legs and see all the different meridians and points along them.

How are you supposed to feel after acupuncture?

Hi, acupuncture is generally relaxing. After the treatment some people feel very relaxed, but it is not unusual to feel greater energy also. I recommend that my patients rest READ MORE
Hi, acupuncture is generally relaxing. After the treatment some people feel very relaxed, but it is not unusual to feel greater energy also. I recommend that my patients rest after a treatment as much as possible and drink lots of water. Especially if they were experiencing pain prior to the treatment and are now pain free. Rest helps the body to accept the changes made during the treatment.

Can acupuncture cause miscarriage in early pregnancy?

Hi, acupuncturists are trained for specific treatment protocols for pregnant patients. Acupuncture, when done properly, can assist women in pregnancy. There are acupuncture points READ MORE
Hi, acupuncturists are trained for specific treatment protocols for pregnant patients. Acupuncture, when done properly, can assist women in pregnancy. There are acupuncture points that should not be used during pregnancy and any acupuncturist who is licensed in their state and certified by NCCAOM will have the knowledge and ability to assist you to maintain a healthy pregnancy. I have helped several women who were considered high risk to carry the baby to term.

Can acupuncture help prevent viruses?

Hi, acupuncture supports the immune system, so with that in mind, it does not prevent viruses, but it helps to boost your immune system to fight off the invasion of a virus.

Is acupuncture on the forehead safe?

Yes, acupuncture is safe on the forehead. Placement of needles by a Licensed Acupuncturist is safe and will be done according to specific insertion details for each point used. READ MORE
Yes, acupuncture is safe on the forehead. Placement of needles by a Licensed Acupuncturist is safe and will be done according to specific insertion details for each point used.

Can acupuncture help with knee problems?

Yes, acupuncture can help with knee pain. Also, there are knee supports with bamboo and charcoal that are very healing to wear in between treatments.

Can insomnia be cured by acupuncture?

I treat insomnia in my acupuncture practice with success. Acupuncture and sometimes the addition of Chinese Herbs can really help with insomnia. There are many reasons for insomnia READ MORE
I treat insomnia in my acupuncture practice with success. Acupuncture and sometimes the addition of Chinese Herbs can really help with insomnia. There are many reasons for insomnia so during your acupuncture visits your practitioner will create a plan for you according to your individual needs.

Does acupuncture help you get over a cold?

Yes, acupuncture can help your get over a cold by supporting your immune system to fight off the cold and helping to decrease the symptoms.

Can you treat tinnitus with acupuncture?

Tinnitus is successfully treated with acupuncture and sometimes an addition of Chinese herbs. Each individual has their own symptoms and conditions, so your acupuncturist will READ MORE
Tinnitus is successfully treated with acupuncture and sometimes an addition of Chinese herbs. Each individual has their own symptoms and conditions, so your acupuncturist will interview with you and come up with a plan that pertains to your individual needs.

Can acupuncture help your skin?

Yes, acupuncture can help your skin. There are many reasons that people suffer from skin conditions. There is generally an imbalance that acupuncture can treat to help skin disorders. READ MORE
Yes, acupuncture can help your skin. There are many reasons that people suffer from skin conditions. There is generally an imbalance that acupuncture can treat to help skin disorders. Sometimes Chinese herbal formulas are added to help balance the body and clear the skin.

Does acupuncture help with asthma?

We can do acupuncture treatments with the focus on asthma. With acupuncture we are assisting your body to make a change naturally.

How long does it take for acupuncture to work for insomnia?

There is no set time frame for acupuncture to work for insomnia, but as a general rule, the patient should notice positive changes after a series of 4 - 6 treatments. Insomnia READ MORE
There is no set time frame for acupuncture to work for insomnia, but as a general rule, the patient should notice positive changes after a series of 4 - 6 treatments. Insomnia is a reflection of an imbalance in the energy of the body. Acupuncture works with the patient's own natural healing abilities to assist to increase wellness.