The National Institute of Health (NIH) and World Health Organization (WHO) recognize acupuncture as effective for treating the following conditions:
Ear, Eye, Nose, Throat Disorders: Sinusitis • Sore throat• Hay fever • Earache • Nerve deafness• Ringing in the ears • Dizziness • Poor eyesight
Circulatory Disorders: High blood pressure • Angina pectoris • Arteriosclerosis • Anemia
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Irritable bowel syndrome • Spastic colon • Colitis • Constipation • Diarrhea • Food Allergies • Ulcers • Gastritis • Abdominal bloating • Hemorrhoids
Gynecological and Genitourinary Disorders: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) • Irregular, heavy, or painful menstruation • Endometriosis • Menopause • Fibroids • Chronic bladder infection • Complications in pregnancy • Morning sickness • Kidney stones • Impotence • Infertility in men and women • Sexual dysfunction
Immune Disorders: Candida • Chronic fatigue • HIV and AIDS • Epstein Barr virus • Allergies • Lupus • MS • Hepatitis
Addiction: Smoking Cessation • Drugs • Alcohol
Emotional and Psychological Disorders: Anxiety • Insomnia • Depression • Stress
Musculoskeletal and Neurological Disorders: Arthritis • Neuralgia • Sciatica • Back pain • Bursitis • Tendonitis • Stiff neck • Bell’s palsy • Trigeminal Neuralgia • Headaches and Migraines • Stroke • Cerebral palsy • Polio • Sprains • Muscle spasms • Shingles
Respiratory Disorders: Asthma • Emphysema • Bronchitis • Colds and flu
Miscellaneous: Chemotherapy and radiation side effects • Diabetes • Dermatological disorders • Weight control
COVID- 19 Clinic Policies
We follow all guidelines issued by the CDC, King County Department of Health, and Washington State Department of Health.
Scheduling and cancellation: If you are ill, potentially ill, or exposed to someone who is ill, please stay home and we will convert your appointment to tele-medicine or reschedule the appointment without charge.
Screening: Please contact the clinic is you have any of these symptoms and are questioning whether you should come in for your appointment.
• Cough or nasal congestion
• Shortness of breath
• Fever
• NEW Sore throat
• NEW GI symptoms
• NEW Fatigue
• NEW Body aches (not related to working out)
• NEW Loss of Smell or taste
What to Expect When You Come In For Treatment:
Vaccination
All providers in our office are fully vaccinated.
Masks
The state of Washington no longer mandates that patients and healthcare providers must wear masks in medical facilities. Masks are now optional in our clinic and we are happy to wear one if requested. We are also happy to provide one to those that need one.
In Clinic….
1. Please use hand sanitizer or hand wash with soap and water upon your arrival and leaving the clinic.
2. We have open windows in our clinic and we will be making full use of the air flow from outside to reduce our exposure risk. We also have high powered HEPA filters designed for much larger spaces to increase efficiency installed in every room of the clinic.
3. Patients are asked to use a credit card/HSA/FSA card on file to pay which we will set up at your first visit.
Thank you for your understanding. May you and yours remain safe and well.
Do you accept insurance?
Rain City Acupuncture is currently credentialed with Aetna, Group Health, Kaiser PPO, United, BCBS, Regence, Community Health Plan of Washington and many other smaller companies. Please call your carrier to see if you have coverage. These can sometimes change, so always ask us if you are unsure and be sure you understand your benefit coverage. We will happily grant you a super-bill to submit to your insurance for re-imbursement if you are out-of-network. Please check with your carriers to make sure you have out-of-network coverage for this.
Can I receive acupuncture if I am pregnant?
Yes! Acupuncture is very useful in the treatment of morning sickness, insomnia and the discomforts that are often associated with pregnancy. Chinese medicine is also a great natural way to promote fertility health.
Will I see results right away?
Yes, most patients experience some results right away. However, more chronic issues take longer to treat. For most conditions, we recommend at least 8-12 treatments, once per week. Some patients choose to come every week or every two weeks for overall health maintenance. If you have an acute condition, we may recommend two treatments per week. Your acupuncturist will give you a treatment plan after your first visit.
How do I prepare for my treatment?
Wear loose, comfortable clothing for your treatment. We will provide you will scrubs to change into if needed. It is important to eat before your treatment, even if it’s just a snack, especially if it is your first treatment or you are a diabetic. Please do not come on an empty stomach. Some people feel a little sleepy or dazed after the treatment, so do not plan on a heavy work out after our treatment.
Does it hurt?
Acupuncture needles are hair thin and generally do not cause pain. A slight prick may be felt on the insertion, but this usually fades away and most people do not feel anything. Some experience a heaviness or pressure around the point. Others feel a heat sensation while laying on the table. Most people fall asleep during treatment and describe it as a relaxing experience overall.