- Vital Essence Acupuncture4500 9th Ave NE
Suite 300
Seattle, WA 981051-206-963-8978 - Testimonials
“Michele’s professionalism dissolves any unease about the process. Trust me, I have had a phobia about needles and still Michele provides a level of expertise which allowed me to relax and derive maximum benefit from her practice! I highly recommend her service to anyone who is interested in a substantive, practical alternative to traditional Westernized medicine.” – Terry
“You are so good at what you do! You truly have the gift of healing – I love to just bask in the powerful energy that emanates from you.” – Ted
“This was the most comprehensive acupuncture/herb visit I’ve had. I felt we accomplished more than I’ve had in any one type of modality. Thank you, Michele, for your commitment to health!” – Brooklin
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Back Pain
Acupuncture for Chronic Back Pain
A Harris Poll released earlier this year found that approximately three out of ten U.S. adults currently suffer from chronic low back pain. To put it another way, that’s an estimated 72.3 million people! Common treatments usually include prescription medications which bring their own complications and side effects into the picture. If you are looking for a drug-free alternative to your back pain, acupuncture could be the solution you have been searching for. continue reading
Treating Sciatica Pain with Acupuncture
Anyone who has suffered from sciatic nerve pain can tell you it can be a very debilitating condition. It is typically caused by an impingement of the sciatic nerve in the lower back but the pain is actually felt radiating down the leg and in the buttock. There are several potential causes of sciatic pain including:
- Degenerative disc disease
- Lumbar spinal stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Pregnancy
- Herniated lumbar disc (also known as a slipped disc)
Acupuncture is one of the most gentle and effective treatment options. Traditional medicine may prescribe medication to deal with the pain caused by sciatica but acupuncture is a drug-free option that treats the issue and not just the symptom. continue reading