Acupuncture Alexandria VA

We are pleased to offer access to some of the most progressive acupuncture services in Alexandria (and perhaps all of Northern Virginia). If you are new to acupuncture, you probably have many questions. We invite to you read through all the material on this page and to contact us directly with additional questions. Even if you have had acupuncture treatments before, we encourage you to read how our approach, philosophy, and services may differ from your past experience.

Ahyoung Ku is a licensed acupuncturist and certified practitioner in East Asian Nutrition, holding her credentials from Virginia University of Integrative Medicine. With a deep commitment to holistic health, Ahyoung specializes in treating neck and back pain, migraines, headaches, as well as digestive issues, and women’s health concerns.

Ahyoung’s holistic approach to patient care emphasizes the importance of a balanced life. She believes in the body’s inherent ability to heal itself and is dedicated to helping each patient achieve optimal physical and mental health through personalized treatments and comprehensive care.

Her approach not only seeks to provide immediate relief but also addresses the underlying issues to support long-term health.

Whether addressing neck and back pain, managing migraines, or supporting digestive and women’s health, Ahyoung’s practice is centered on fostering overall well-being and balance for every individual.

Acupuncture is a technique used by the Chinese medical practitioner to influence, change, or manipulate the physical and energetic aspects of the body. People are usually hesitant about the usage of needles in acupuncture, however, there is no ‘stabbing’ sensation. Due to the thinness of the needle, patients typically feel a pinch as it is inserted and a dull, heavy sensation once in the body. Some needles create a strong sensation and some are not felt at all. All needling is very safe, clean, relaxing and designed to relieve stressors and ailments. All needles are single use disposable stainless steel.

The acupuncturist uses acupuncture points along the meridians, or channels of the body in order to increase, decrease or move the body’s energetics. The meridians run on the exterior and interior of the body reaching all parts of the body. Therefore, the practitioner can effect external musculoskeletal problems as well as internal disharmonies, and even influence the organs themselves.

The first step is a thorough individual assessment during which Ahyoung, our acupuncturist, will devise a recommended treatment plan. She will explain her observations and recommendations to you and give you plenty of chances to ask questions. We want to be sure you are an active, informed participant in your treatment plan.

Treatment consists of acupuncture and/or herbal prescriptions based on the findings from your individual assessment. Treatments typically last between 60 and 90 minutes. The number of treatments needed depends on your condition, your goals and your body’s response to the treatments. Some people need only 2 or 3 treatments, others need 8 or 10. Some people continue maintenance sessions just for preventative health and relaxation.

You may experience almost immediate relief, or require several treatments to resolve your complaint. Ahyoung does an excellent job explaining the whole process and answering your questions openly and honestly along the way.

The list of conditions that respond to acupuncture is long and varied. To many people, the list is unbelievable. Rather than provide our own list of conditions here, we’d like to draw your attention to the list complied and published by the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture (AAMA). Although written for doctors in technical language, the following article entitled “Medical Acupuncture Review: Safety, Efficacy, And Treatment Practices” by Steven E. Braverman, MD and published in the Medical Acupuncture journal is excellent reading.

Acupuncture Indications According to the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture (AAMA)