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Best Places For Acupuncture In Baltimore

Acupuncture is often associated with the Chinese culture, but has become more and more popular in Western cultures. The ancient practice of sticking needles into certain stimulated parts of the body is now used to treat all manners of issues, including digestive, respiratory, circulatory and neurological problems. The word 'acupuncture' itself means needle piercing. In the Baltimore area, there are several best places to get your piercing done. Many health insurance plans now cover acupuncture as a service to their clients.

Bella Fooksman Acupuncture 
8 Greenspring Valley Road, Suite 100
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 916-2292
www.bfacupuncture.com

Bella Fooksman Acupuncture offers a natural way to reduce pain and relieve stress through the talents of licensed acupuncturist, Bella Fooksman. Located in northwestern Baltimore County, this clinic, now in its sixth year, invites its customers to come in for a free consultation. There are reasonable and affordable services available for men, women and children. Appointments are available. According to Bella Fooksman, "Acupuncture is a safe, natural and effective medicine that uses very thin, solid needles for therapeutic effects and treats everything from headaches to joint pain to fertility issues. It is a complete medical system that can treat a wide spectrum of health concerns."

Acupuncture For All
715 Frederick Road
Catonsville, MD
(443) 986-0006
www.acupunctureforall.com

Acupuncture for All has day, evening and weekend hours to suit the schedules of its patients. Treatment is individualized and based upon the patient's health goals. There are short and long term options available at affordable costs, usually on a sliding scale basis. Hours are: Mondays - Fridays from 2 pm - 7 pm and Saturdays from 10 am - 3 pm.

Seeds Center For Whole Health
3600 Roland Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 235-1776
www.seedswellness.com

This center, located in the Hampden area of the city, offers acupuncture as well as massage services. According to the website, Seeds Center for Whole Health uses "the implementation of alternative therapies and a focus on all aspects of your lifestyle, integrative medicine helps support the mind, body and spirit's collective ability to heal." The licensed acupuncturists serve children as well as adults and develop an individualized plan for well-being after the initial consultation.

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Point Well Taken
5801 Falls Road
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 464-0900
www.pointwelltaken.net

According to its website, Point Well Taken Acupuncture offers a free consultation as well as an affordable diagnostic evaluation. Located in the Mount Washington area of the city, this holistic health center has licensed and experienced acupuncturists who assist customers in handling a variety of conditions, including stress as well as pain-related issues.

The Healing Path
1202 S. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 637-3760
www.healingpathbaltimore.com

The website states, "The Healing Path was created by founder Marie Gallagher in 2003. Marie's intention was to create a safe space for individuals to experience healing, growth, encouragement and support as they move from a place of imbalance and stress to a happy state of calm." Visits begin with an affordable consultation, followed by the first treatment. Each treatment usually costs $90.00. Services include acupuncture, skin care, counseling, chiropractics, massage and reflexology. There are three locations in the Baltimore area: Federal Hill, Fells Point and Timonium. Appointments can be booked online via the website.

Related: Acupuncture Helps Ease Arthritis

Vickie Lawson is a freelance writer whose work can be found on Examiner.com.

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