Is Acupuncture Just a Placebo?
People sometimes wonder if acupuncture works as a result of the placebo effect. The word placebo means “I believe” in…
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Exploring the Science of How Acupuncture Works
It’s one of the most frequently asked question about acupuncture: How does it work? Acupuncturists love talking about qi and…
Perimenopause: 5 Ways Acupuncture Can Help
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can provide significant relief for some of the most problematic symptoms of perimenopause, without…
Self Care with Acupressure
Most of us are needing some extra self-care these days, and one of our favorite tools is acupressure!
Our Online Scheduler Has a New Look!
Our online scheduler has a new look! Take a peek at the latest features.
The Emotions and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Learn about the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective on the emotions, including simple acupressure for self-care.
Encircle Acupuncture is closing for two weeks
To help contain the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, Encircle Acupuncture will be closed for two weeks, beginning Monday 3/23/20.
How Acupuncture Benefits Cancer Patients (and Caregivers!)
Cancer is a disease that affects almost everyone. Read on to learn more about how acupuncture helps cancer patients, including…
Happy 10th Birthday to Us!
Encircle Acupuncture turns 10 years old this month, and we’re sharing a few stories from our earliest days!
Meet Our Newest Acupuncturist, Dr. Diane Holmes
Our newest Acupuncturist Diane Holmes shares about her background, what she loves about acupuncture, and what she likes to do…
Encircle’s 12 Tips for a Happier, Healthier Holiday
The Encircle Acupuncture staff share some of our favorite ways to stay healthy during the holidays.
Transgender health and acupuncture
Here at Encircle Acupuncture, we welcome, support and celebrate the full spectrum of gender identities. We believe everyone deserves access…
Ask the Acupuncturist: Why Do I Feel Some Needles and Not Others?
Patients often ask us why they feel the needles in some points and not others. We answer that question in…
Highlights from Our Grand Opening in Bellevue
On Friday, November 1st we celebrated the grand opening of our Bellevue clinic with a big party! Thank you to…
Stay healthy this holiday season with our December Wellness Special
Stay healthy this holiday season with our December Wellness Special – come in four times during December and get a…
Bellevue Acupuncture Clinic Grand Opening Celebration
Join us for a Grand Opening Celebration for our new Bellevue clinic on Friday, November 1st! We’ll have a ribbon…
Meet Our Three New Team Members
We are opening the Bellevue location on October 6! Find out how to schedule your appointment in the new location…
Bellevue Acupuncture Clinic Opening October 6!
We are opening the Bellevue location on October 6! Find out how to schedule your appointment in the new location…
Did Encircle Acupuncture Used to be East Nashville Community Acupuncture?
Encircle Acupuncture is the new name for East Nashville Community Acupuncture. Here’s why we decided to change our name.
What Would You Say to Someone Who is Skeptical About Acupuncture?
Skeptical about acupuncture? Hear from patients who have experienced acupuncture firsthand and discover how acupuncture has been beneficial to them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Acupuncture
It’s common to have questions about acupuncture. Because acupuncture treatment involves needles, it can seem intimidating or downright scary! At…
How to Get the Most Out of Acupuncture
Many of our patients have never received acupuncture treatment before visiting us. So, we often get questions about the process…
Preparing for Your First Visit at Encircle Acupuncture
Many of our new patients have never had acupuncture before coming to our clinic, and naturally have questions about the…
Ask the Acupuncturist: Does Acupuncture Treat Nerve Damage?
Can acupuncture help treat nerve damage and other nerve-related issues? We answer that question in this episode of Ask the…
Ask the Acupuncturist: How Many Treatments Do I Need?
How many treatments are needed to treat your specific situation? We answer this common patient question in this video.
Ask the Acupuncturist: What is the Difference Between Dry Needling and Acupuncture?
Acupuncture and dry needling use the same type of needles, but that’s where the similarities end. Here’s a look at…
Answering Your Questions About Our New Name and Location
In the past few months, we have made a lot of changes at our practice – we’ve changed our name…
What is Community Acupuncture?
Discover answers to the most common questions we’ve received from our patients about acupuncture.
How Our Sliding Payment Scale Works
At Encircle Acupuncture, we have a sliding payment scale for our treatments. That means patients choose what to pay –…