Can you help me research acupuncturists?

They need to have studied at a well-known school (such as Bastyr University in Seattle). In Connecticut, there is the University of Bridgeport, Acupuncture Institute.

The legit one’s in NYS are licensed. There’s one in the office two doors down from me, but he’s in that office on Tuesdays, so I can check with him tommorrow if you’d like.

Some acupuncturists specialize in specific areas, like pain management or fertility. If they have a website, they may mention that on there. Also, they should have credentials, such as a state license and, perhaps additionally, a M.S. in Chinese Medicine or the like.

@marinelife : Great starting point! Thanks!
@Adirondackwannabe : Yes, I’d appreciate that, thx
@Megan64 : So, isolating the specific need I have for type of practice? I didn’t think of that. GA.

@JilltheTooth I called their other office and they said they had to pass a national exam after going to school to get certified and licensed. I have friends that use them and they swear by them.

I used acupuncture for 6 months a few years ago for an old shoulder injury that flares up from time to time. It works and is extremely relaxing. My acupuncturist also prescribed herbal remedies and used electrical impulse therapy as well, which was SUBLIME!

She told me I had a high tolerance for the electrical impulse therapy.

Shock the monkey! lol

Crank up the voltage and shock those stubborn muscles!

I have nothing but good things to say about my experience, but, I embrace all facets of medicine and lean towards holistic alternatives.

I found my acupuncturist through a personal reccomendation.

I was generally referred to acupuncturists by other doctors. Several were trained in the Chinese style. Anyway, you might try talking to medical people you trust about who they know and who they would recommend.

@JilltheTooth I don’t have anything to add on how to know if they’re good or not.

I was compelled after reading all of your question to share that my German, dairy farmer, grandfather began acupuncture for his severe Rheumatoid arthritis back in the 70’s (way prior to this being a mainstream thing to attempt). He swore that it made him feel better. It allowed him to put off hip replacement surgery until the late 1980’s (when he was in his 80’s), which allowed for much better technology to be inserted into his body.

If you need a recommendation and live in the SF Bay Area, let me know.