Linda Scriven
Acupuncturist
6 Red Hill Avenue SAN ANSELMO CA, 94960About
Linda Scriven is an acupuncturist practicing in SAN ANSELMO, CA. Dr. Scriven 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. Scriven treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
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How many acupuncture sessions does it take to see results?
Hi, Acupuncture works for headaches and every case is different, so to answer your question of how many sessions it would take is all dependent on your case, but do seek the treatment :) READ MORE
Does acupuncture improve egg quality?
Yes, Acupuncture is extremely effective in working on fertility READ MORE
Can you get acupuncture for anxiety?
Hi, Yes, acupuncture is effective at treating anxiety and stress. READ MORE
Acupuncture for fertility- will it increase my ovarian reserve?
Hi, this is a tough question to answer over the internet, acupuncture works very well in conjunction with IVF and most clinics I know recommend their clients to use acupuncture alongside their treatment plans. I would recommend you do this the next time you try. READ MORE
Brachial plexopathy pain from radiation fibrosis- what will help?
Hi, acupuncture alongside your physical therapy may well help you situation. Acupuncturists use herbs alongside needles which may be beneficial in your case. Acupuncture will certainly improve your quality of life on other levels as well. Good luck, I hope this works READ MORE
How does acupuncture help in treating infertility?
Acupuncture treat infertility by balancing the harmonizing the hormones along with dispersing stagnation. Fertility is very reliant upon the hormones being in balance in order to conceive. This is putting it very simply, and acupuncture is very effective at treating infertility. :) READ MORE
Is acupuncture a complementary treatment or does it treat ailments by itself?
Hi, Acupuncture is a stand alone modality as well as working well alongside other modalities. :) Hope this helps. READ MORE
How does acupuncture treat indigestion?
Hi, yes acupuncture can treat indigestion. The acupuncturist will take a thorough initial intake and then treat your husband according to his signs and symptoms :) READ MORE
I feel very sleepy after my acupuncture session. Is this normal?
Hi, it is normal to feel relaxed and sometimes sleep, if you are feeling extremely sleepy be sure to let your acupuncturist know :) There is nothing wrong :) READ MORE
Can an acupuncturist help me with my sleep disorder?
Yes, acupuncture is very effective at treating sleep disorders :) READ MORE
Is it true that people suffering from high blood pressure should not try acupuncture?
Hi, Acupuncture treats high blood pressure very effectively, when you go to your practitioner for weight loss let them know that you have high blood pressure. There are no negative side effects to acupuncture treatment, you may come away feeling relaxed :) READ MORE
Can acupuncture help in treating vertigo?
Hi, yes, acupuncture can treat vertigo :) READ MORE
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