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Tara Foster

Acupuncturist

Dr. Tara Foster is an Acupuncturist practicing in Arcata, CA. Dr. Foster evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of Traditional Asian Medicine. Acupuncturists complete their evaluations by getting a patient history, observing the body, and taking pulses. Then, they place very fine acupuncture needles into specific points on the body. Stimulating these points is how Dr. Foster treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can relieve physical pain as well as emotional stress. Acupuncture can help relieve symptoms of many different ailments and is also excellent preventative medicine 
5 years Experience
Tara Foster
  • Arcata, CA
  • ACTCM - San Francisco
  • Accepting new patients

How do you open a blocked nose with acupressure?

I do acupuncture not acupressure.
acupuncture can help with blocked nose

How fast does acupuncture work for sciatica?

it may take 1 -15 treatments, it depends on many factors

Can acupressure help with allergies?

I do acupuncture which is stimulation of the points with needles. I do not do acupressure

Can acupressure help with insomnia?

I do acupuncture which is stimulation of the points with needles. I do not do acupressure. Acupuncture and herbal medicine can help with insomnia

Is there any surgery for migraines?

I am an acupuncturist. Acupuncture can be very helpful for migraines. I am not a surgeon.

How many acupuncture sessions do you need for knee pain?

it depends on the circumstances behind your knee pain. 1 - 15 treatments usually can take care of it, unless there is a chronic condition then it is palliative care for pain management READ MORE
it depends on the circumstances behind your knee pain. 1 - 15 treatments usually can take care of it, unless there is a chronic condition then it is palliative care for pain management as an alternative to pain medication

Is acupuncture good for cirrhosis?

acupuncture and herbs can help with liver health