Dr. Kris Justesen OMD, ND, LAC
Acupuncturist
1664 Dawn Dr Salt Lake City UT, 84121About
Dr. Kris Justesen is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese Medicine practicing in Salt Lake County, and Price City, UT. Dr. Justesen specializes in proactive prevention, treatment and progressive therapies. Dr. Justesen utilizes holistic healing with acupuncture, herbal medicines, and regenerative injection techniques. We place a strong emphasis on natural remedies that add to and address the broad spectrum of physical injuries related to daily activities, sports injuries and weekend warrior complaints, in addition to health challenges.
Education and Training
San Francisco College Acupunct Master of Chinese Medicine 1986
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Dr. Kris Justesen OMD, ND, LAC's Expert Contributions
Can acupuncture be done on the neck?
Yes, acupuncture works well with neck and back pain. Find a practitioner that specializes in orthopedic or pain issues. READ MORE
How long does it take for acupuncture to work for muscle pain?
Results from receiving Acupuncture can be immediate, or they can take up to one or two days. Every individual is different, and the type of treatment rendered by your practitioner will also determine how quickly and how much relief comes from the treatment. READ MORE
Can chronic knee pain be fixed?
Yes, there are several options using acupuncture, Chinese, herbal medicine, nutritional supplements, or a Regenerative injection therapy’s that are effective in treating chronic knee pain READ MORE
Do I need to rest after acupuncture?
Generally no. My patients get to rest with needles for approximately 30 minutes and feel refreshed at the end of the treatment. READ MORE
Is acupuncture safe for diabetics?
Yes it is. It benefits the body by harmonizing and balancing the organs to work more efficiently READ MORE
Is acupuncture effective for carpal tunnel?
Yes, acupuncture is effective for carpal tunnel. Many people have avoided surgery for carpal tunnel using acupuncture and Chinese/Asian medicine. READ MORE
Do you get immediate relief from acupuncture?
Often patients notice a sense of relaxation and improved wellbeing after having acupuncture. Patients also report improvement in their pain after acupuncture treatments. READ MORE
How long do the effects of an acupuncture treatment last?
The duration of the benefits of acupuncture vary from each individual and the condition that acupuncture was being utilized for. Some conditions require several treatments, some improve or resolve after only a few. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Oriental Medical Doctor (OMD) Alpine Wellness Center 1988 - Present
Professional Memberships
- Acupuncture Regenerative Medicine Society (ARMS)
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Medical Reserve Corps- MRC, Patriot Guard Riders- PGR
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