Your Questions, Answered

Acupuncture is one of the oldest healing systems in the world, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine with over 5,000 years of practice behind it. It works by stimulating specific points on the body using fine, sterile, single-use needles to encourage your nervous system to respond — reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and supporting your body's natural ability to heal. The goal is to restore balance and help your body function the way it's meant to.

More than most people expect! Acupuncture is commonly used for chronic and acute pain, tension headaches and migraines, stress and anxiety, sleep difficulties, digestive issues, hormonal health, fatigue, and recovery from injury. At New Era Wellness, we like to say — if you can name it, there's a good chance there's an acupuncture protocol that can help. If you're unsure whether acupuncture is right for your specific concern, just reach out and we'll be happy to talk it through.

This is one of the most common questions we get — and we completely understand why! Acupuncture needles are very different from the needles used for injections or blood draws. They're incredibly fine — about the width of a human hair — and most people feel little to nothing when they're inserted. Some points may produce a mild sensation of pressure, warmth, or a brief dull ache, which is actually a sign that your body is responding to treatment. Most patients are surprised by how relaxing the experience actually is.

This depends on what you're coming in for, how long you've been dealing with it, and how your body responds to treatment. Some patients feel significant improvement after just a few sessions, while chronic or long-standing conditions may benefit from a more consistent treatment plan over several weeks. There's no one-size-fits-all answer here — and that's exactly why your first conversation with Dr. Sherie matters so much.