Medical acupuncture is a more modern, evidence-based approach to acupuncture that integrates Western medical knowledge with traditional acupuncture techniques. Medical acupuncture is typically used to treat physical conditions such as pain, inflammation, muscle tension, and stress. The focus is on the body’s anatomical structures, such as nerves, muscles, and tissues, with treatments aimed at stimulating specific points to activate the body's natural healing processes. It is often used in conjunction with conventional medical treatments, making it suitable for patients seeking a more integrative approach to health care. The integrative approach at Golden Lotus Acupuncture blends the best of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture, Medical Acupuncture, and Korean Acupuncture, allowing for a more comprehensive treatment plan that can address a wide variety of health concerns effectively. Medical Acupuncture services are for the treatment of health concerns, while cosmetic services such as Acupuncture Facials and Microneedling Facials are specifically designed as beauty treatments. Acupuncture New Patient (60-90 min) $150 Acupuncture Established Patient (45-60 min) $100 Acupuncture + Body Work (70-85 min) $150
Acupuncture facials focus on enhancing the skin's appearance and promoting overall facial health. Facial acupuncture stimulates blood circulation, stimulates collagen production, reduces inflammation, and can both relax and help tone facial muscles. The result is improved skin tone and texture, softening of deep wrinkles, and reduction of puffiness and sagging. Compared to Micorneedling Facials, Acupuncture Facials target specific areas of the face. Acupuncture facials also aim to address underlying imbalances that may contribute to skin issues. Stress, poor sleep, digestive issues, allergies, and hormonal imbalances affect facial health and appearance. Golden Lotus Acupuncture Facials include wellness acupuncture, which refers to traditional acupuncunture on the body to improve the body's health. Wellness acupuncture focuses on health improvement to support beauty, whereas medical acupuncture is focused health improvement to treat pain or functional concerns. Service includes an herbal cleanse, pearl exfoliation, facial lymph massage, jade gua sha, facial acupuncture, wellness (body) acupuncture, and Chinese herbal mask. An Acupuncture Facial will leave you relaxed and radiant. Maximum facial rejuvenation is achieved with a series of 10-12 Acupuncture Facials over 2-3 months, then maintained with monthly or seasonal tune-ups. May be combined with Microneedling Facials or Medical Acupuncture to further enhance results. Look and feel your best with powerful natural results. Acupuncture Facial (85 min) $200
Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that uses a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. Microneedling strongly stimulates collagen, improves skin texture and elasticity. Microneedling can also address hyperpigmentation, large pores, scarring, acne, and other skin concerns. Microneedling works by stimulating the skin's natural healing process. By creating controlled micro-injuries, it triggers the production of collagen and elastin, which are essential for skin firmness, elasticity, and overall health. Compared to Acupuncture Facials, Microneedling Facials broadly treat the entire skin surface of the face. Microneedling facials also aim to address underlying imbalances that may contribute to skin issues. Stress, poor sleep, digestive issues, allergies, and hormonal imbalances affect facial health and appearance. Golden Lotus Microneedling Facials include wellness acupuncture, which refers to traditional acupuncunture on the body to improve the body's health. Wellness acupuncture focuses on health improvement to support beauty, whereas medical acupuncture is focused health improvement to treat pain or functional concerns. Service includes an herbal cleanse, facial lymph massage, microneedling with microcurrent, red or blue light therapy, wellness (body) acupuncture, herbal mask and moisturizer. The best blend of modern technology and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Maximum results are achieved with a series of Microneedling Facials. Significant improvement in fine lines and skin tone can be observed with as few as 4 treatments. Deep wrinkles, enlarged pores, hyperpigmenation may require up to 10-12 treatments for maximum results. Microneedling can only be done once per month. Combine with Acupuncture Facials or Medical Acupuncture to further enhance results. Look and feel your best with powerful natural results. Microneedling Facial (85 min) $300.
Acupressure is an ancient healing technique rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, closely related to acupuncture. Unlike acupuncture, which uses needles, acupressure involves applying manual pressure to specific points on the body, known as acupoints. These points lie along meridians, or energy pathways, through which vital energy, or "qi," is believed to flow. By stimulating these acupoints, acupressure aims to restore balance to the flow of qi, thereby relieving pain, reducing stress, and promoting overall well-being. Practitioners use their fingers, thumbs, elbows, or specialized tools to apply varying degrees of pressure to these points. While some Western practitioners attribute its effects to factors like reduced muscle tension and endorphin release, acupressure remains a popular and accessible method for those seeking natural pain relief and relaxation. At Golden Lotus, "Body Work" means acupressure, cupping, auricular therapy, or a combination of non-needle services. Acupuncture + Body Work (70-85 min) $150 Body Work (45-55 min) $150
Auricular Therapy is a microsystem that can treat the whole body through the ear, like reflexolgy can treat the whole body through the foot. In Auricular Therapy, specific acupressure points on the ear are stimulated with tiny seeds, crystals, tiny acupuncture "press tacks" or regular acupuncture needles. Auricular therapy is especially effective for anxiety, depression, shock, PTSD, and detox/addition. Ear acupuncture is used effectively by Acupuncturists Without Borders to help communities that have experienced trauma. Ear acupuncture is also used in some prison systems to help inmates detox and reduce violence. At Golden Lotus, "Body Work" means acupressure, cupping, auricular therapy, or a combination of non-needle services. Acupuncture + Body Work (70-85 min) $150 Body Work (45-55 min) $150
Cupping is a type of body work with roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Cupping involves placing cups (traditionally glass, but also bamboo, silicone, or plastic) on the skin to create suction. This suction can be created by heat (fire cupping) or mechanical pumps. The suction draws the skin and superficial muscle layer into the cup. Cupping promotes blood flow, reduces muscle tension, and facilitate the removal of "stagnation" or "toxins." It is a powerful treatment for pain relief, chronic muscle tension, and respiratory conditions. At Golden Lotus, "Body Work" means acupressure, cupping, auricular therapy, or a combination of non-needle services. Acupuncture + Body Work (70-85 min) $150 Body Work (45-55 min) $150
Chinese herbal formulas work by supporting the body’s internal systems to restore balance. Chinese herbal formulas help resolve symptoms without side effects when prescibed by acupuncturist. Herbs can address a wide range of issues, including pain, digestive problems, stress, and hormonal imbalances. When combined with acupuncture, the herbal medicine enhances the healing response, providing comprehensive support for physical and emotional well-being. Chinese herbal formulas are more effective and safer than taking a single herbal supplement or a combination of herbal supplements for many symptoms. Chinese herbal formulas typically include 4-12 herbs that are synergystically combined to enhance the desired effect while off-setting any side effects. When prescribed by an acupuncturist, a Chinese herbal formula will treat and prevent an entire set of symptoms related to your diagnosis. An acupuncturist's herbal formula prescription will typically be for a period of 1-4 weeks. Your response will be monitored, and your formula will be modified as your condition improves. At Golden Lotus Acupuncture, formulas are only prescribed after a comprehensive medical evaluation and examination. Prescriptions are complementary for Medical Acupuncture patients, or with an Herbal Therapy Evaluation. Herbal formulas are sold separately; prices vary but typically cost $50-$100 for a one month supply. Acupuncture New Patient (60-90 min) $150 Acupuncture Established Patient (45-60 min) $100 Herbal Medicine Evaluation (20-30 min) $50