Acupuncture
At Orthopaedic Care of Long Island, we provide highly effective alternative treatments to help manage pain and reduce stress for a wide range of orthopaedic conditions. For many patients, these treatments are combined with more traditional care approaches to attack pain from all sides and provide patients with comprehensive symptom relief and a faster return to regular activities.
Our alternative treatments promote overall health and well-being, with many patients reporting significant improvements to pain and other symptoms. Acupuncture is considered a safe treatment option with little to no side effects or risks, and provides a therapeutic addition to the high-quality medical care provided at our practice.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an alternative treatment method and one of the oldest forms of therapy practiced in the world, effective in treating a wide range of symptoms and conditions. Recognized by the World Health Organization as a treatment for a wide range of condition, this traditional Chinese treatment involves the insertion of thin needles into the skin and underlying tissue at precise locations known to help relieve pain and other symptoms. This treatment is often combined with more conventional ones, such as prescription medication, to maximize results and allow patients to return to their regular activities more quickly.
During the acupuncture treatment, the needles are inserted into the skin at targeted areas and depths depending on each patient's individual symptoms. Only sterile, single use needles are used during acupuncture in order to ensure patient safety. Patients may experience an aching sensation when the needles reach their desired location. The needles are usually kept in place for five to 20 minutes, and may receive electrical or heat impulses during this time. Patients often undergo a series of weekly or biweekly treatments, usually with 12 total treatment sessions.
Some patients may experience soreness, bleeding and bruising at the site of the injection, but these side effects are usually mild and go away on their own. In general, acupuncture is a safe procedure with little to no side effects and is effective for most patients, including those who do not respond well to more traditional treatment options.
Our Acupuncture Providers
At Orthopaedic Care of Long Island, our staff includes several certified providers of our alternative treatment options. It is important for patients to have these treatments performed by a licensed professional to ensure the safest, most effective results.
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Patricia Dodd, L.A.c. practices Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology. Patricia graduated from the New York College for Holistic Health, Education and Research with a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Sciences, and a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. She is also a diplomat of the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. |
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Londa Hackett, M.S., L.A.c. is a board-certified acupuncturist with extensive experience in Oriental Medicine, Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and Herbology. In addition to her services provided at our practice, Londa is also an adjunct professor at Columbia University Center for AIDS Research Acupuncture and the New York College for Health Professions. |
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