Acacia Acupuncture and Wellness Center LLC

11/12/2025

Exciting news! I was recently asked to contribute to a Psychology Today article on how acupuncture can support the treatment of eating disorders. I’m honored to help bring more awareness to the role Chinese medicine can play in integrative mental health care.

Since eating disorders are often chronic and difficult to treat, should alternative treatments such as acupuncture be considered?

09/26/2025

How I’ve been spending my week so I can return fully present for all of you. 🌅

09/19/2025

Thank you for voting us “Best in Delco” for Alternative Medicine for 3 years in a row! We truly value each and every one of you!

07/10/2025

We’re honored to have been voted Best Alternative Medicine in Delco in both 2023 and 2024, and we’d love your help to make it three in a row! 🏆 Please cast your vote for us in the Best of Delco 2025 — the link is in the comments! 💛

05/15/2025

Many people ask us if we do “dry needling.”The short answer is yes, it is very much a part of our training as Acupuncturists. We have over 2000 hours of training in this medicine while PTs and chiropractors have 100 hrs or less training in dry needling. Our extensive training ensures needles are placed safely into the muscles for optimal results.

12/21/2024

The winter solstice is a significant event, representing the peak of Yin and the beginning of Yang’s gradual return. This moment is not only a celestial event but also a reflection of the balance of energies in nature and the human body. This period is seen as a time when Yin (the more passive, cooling, and nourishing force) is at its height. Yin energy is linked to the water element, cold, stillness, rest, and the kidneys, which are considered the root of life and energy. During this time, the external environment is cold, and the body tends to slow down and conserve energy. The energy of Yin is reflected in the body’s need for rest and reflection.

Yin and Yang are opposites but interdependent forces. While Yin is at its peak during the solstice, this is also when the first signs of Yang begin to rise again. The solstice marks a turning point: after this date, the days gradually lengthen, signaling the rebirth of Yang energy. This slow return of Yang is linked to increased warmth, activity, and growth, leading into the spring.

07/12/2024

Vote for us for Best of Delco 2024 in the Alternative Medicine category. Votes can be placed daily!

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09/22/2023

Thank you, Delco, for voting for us as "Best Alternative Medicine"!

03/24/2023

We love spring. Sometimes our sinuses do not. Large Intestine 20, also known as Welcome Fragrance, is used to open the nasal passage, relieve sinus congestion, runny nose, and sneezing. It can also help with dental pain and improve your sense of smell! Apply pressure to this point for 1 to 3 minutes a few times a day and, if you’re really stuffed up, experience immediate relief.

03/17/2023

Happy World Sleep Day!
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Sleepless nights happen to almost everyone at some time, but ongoing insomnia can indicate a deeper issue and could lead to further health concerns, let alone completely debilitate your ability to function and enjoy life. Even if you are sleeping lightly, don’t take sleep lightly! A good’s night rest is the best gift we can give ourselves and if that feels unattainable to you, we may be able to help.

Insomnia can have a variety of different causes but a few simple steps can help treat it.

-Exercise early in the day & avoid intense workouts later in the day
-Expose yourself to sunlight in the morning and during the day
-Limit screens before bed, wear blue light glasses
-Keep your bedroom cooler, ideally between 60 and 67 degrees
-Unwind before bed with reading, journaling, or a meditation
-Increase consumption of greens
-Eat your last meal at least 3 hours before going to bed
-No caffeine at least 6 hours before bed

Studies show that acupuncture increases melatonin secretion and reduces sympathetic nervous system activity. It can also help treat any symptoms that may be inhibiting sleep. Something to try before you book your next appointment? Tart cherry juice! Research shows that consuming tart cherry juice in the morning and before bed can increase sleep time by over an hour.

02/13/2023

The Heart does more than circulate blood.

One of the basic concepts in Chinese medical theory is that the Heart houses the Shen or spirit. This alludes to the inextricable connection between a healthy heart and a sound mind and emotional state. Normal mental activity depends on normal cardiac function, which is why people lose their ability to think clearly when their Heart is in disorder.

Feeling emotionally distraught after yesterday’s game AND distracted at work? Or feeling distracted by a new love interest and/or Valentine’s Day plans? Totally validated by Chinese medical theory!

02/10/2023

Which Eagles veteran reports that he gets acupuncture twice a week for injury recovery, relaxation, mental focus, and to improve his game-day performances?

Here’s a hint - he attributes his first time getting auricular acupuncture (ear acupuncture) with assisting him in getting 3 sacs in that week’s game!

Let’s go Birds!