Soledad Duffy
Acupuncturist
4295, San Felipe Houston TX, 77027About
Soledad Duffy is an acupuncturist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Duffy 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. Duffy treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
Education and Training
University of Buenos Aires M.D 2005
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I take blood thinners regularly. Is acupuncture dangerous for me?
Hi!! I completely understand the concern. The needles we use are hair thin and with the necessary precautions and in the hands of a trained practitioner it should be a safe procedure. I would avoid points that tend to bleed more and when taking the needles out extra pressure should be applied. Acupuncture is a great tool for stress management. Let your doctor talk to you acupuncturist :-) READ MORE
Will acupuncture help with knee pain?
Acupuncture is a great procedure to work on chronic or acute pain. Depending on the diagnosis needles will be inserted either in the surrounding knee area or at what we call “ the eyes of the knee” Hope you feel better soon!! READ MORE
Is acupuncture safe during the first trimester?
Hi!! Acupuncture is a safe procedure in all three trimesters. It is widely used to treat symptoms of pregnancy like morning sickness and headaches. Make sure you find a practitioner that is familiar with working with pregnant patients! READ MORE
Where are the acupuncture points for fertility?
Hi! Acupuncture is a great complimentary therapy to ART, improving implantation rates up to 70%. Depending on the Diagnosis of your Acupuncturist, needles will be inserted into different acupuncture points and they will vary according to your cycle. Hands and legs are some of the most frequent places used. There are some points that are forbidden for pregnant women and any professional, licensed acupuncturist is well aware of them. Good luck and take care!! Soledad READ MORE
Are acupuncture needles reused?
In the United States, it is forbidden to reuse needles. Not only would that be illegal, but also extremely dangerous. You can always ask your acupuncturist to show you when he/she is opening a package of brand new sterile needles. Hope it helps!! READ MORE
Can acupuncture cure hypertension?
Unfortunately, acupuncture alone cannot manage hypertension. It is a great adjuvant therapy along lifestyles and dietary modifications as well as western medication. Take care! READ MORE
How can acupuncture improve blood circulation?
Acuouncture is a great tool to improve circulation. Inserting needles at specific points in the body improves circulation and oxygenation to the tissues therefore alleviating pain. Lost of patients receiving regular acupuncture report feeling warmer feet and hands :-) READ MORE
Is acupuncture a better alternative to opioids?
I would absolutely try acupuncture for pain management. Surgeons and PT are refering patients more frequently to alternative pain management therapies after surgery because definitively opioid dependency is a primary concern. That being said you should always listen to your surgeons advise and always consult with him/she when making changes with your medication. Hope you feel better soon!! READ MORE
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