Services
At Tara Acupuncture & Wellness, acupuncture and related East Asian medicine techniques are offered alongside separate cosmetic services such as microneedling, nanoneedling and LED light therapy. Care is tailored to your individual needs, with supportive therapies incorporated when appropriate. Explore the services below to learn more about the options available.
Main Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves the insertion of very fine, sterile, single-use needles into specific points on the body, known as acupuncture points. Rooted in traditional East Asian medicine, it has been used for centuries to support a wide range of health concerns and promote the body’s natural healing processes.
Cupping
Cupping is a traditional therapy in which round cups are placed on the skin using gentle suction, created manually or with heat. It is commonly used to increase local circulation, ease muscle tension and encourage myofascial release.
Microneedling
Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic treatment that uses a gentle oscillating pen with very fine, sterile needles to create controlled microchannels in the skin. This process helps stimulate collagen production and supports skin renewal while allowing selected topical products to be applied more effectively. Microneedling may help improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, uneven tone and texture, and other signs of skin aging, and may also be used to support hair growth.
Nanoneedling
Nanoneedling is a needle-free cosmetic treatment that uses a handheld stylus with hair-like silicone tips to gently work along the surface of the skin. It helps enhance the absorption of selected topical products while exfoliating and refreshing the skin. Nanoneedling is suitable for all skin types and tones and may help improve hydration, texture, uneven pigmentation and overall skin appearance.
LED Light Therapy
LED (light-emitting diode) light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to support skin health. It may help promote collagen production, reduce inflammation and improve the appearance of the skin.
Acupuncture Approaches and Related Techniques
Japanese Meridian Therapy
Japanese Meridian Therapy is a gentle style of acupuncture that uses subtle needling, palpation and traditional meridian diagnosis to guide treatment. It is highly individualized and may be especially appealing to those who prefer a lighter, more refined approach to acupuncture.
Electroacupuncture
Electroacupuncture is a modern variation of acupuncture in which a gentle, pulsating electrical current is applied to selected acupuncture needles. It may be used for concerns such as pain, muscle spasms, numbness and certain neurological symptoms.
Auricular Acupuncture
Auricular acupuncture is a technique that uses specific points on the ear, based on the idea that different areas of the ear correspond to different parts and functions of the body. It may be incorporated into a full-body acupuncture treatment and is commonly used for concerns such as pain, stress, sleep, recovery and trauma-related symptoms.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a form of heat therapy often used alongside acupuncture that involves burning dried mugwort on or near the body to warm and stimulate specific points or areas. It may be used to support circulation, ease pain and address concerns related to digestion, fatigue, women’s health and overall resilience.
Gua Sha
Gua sha is a tool-assisted technique that uses a smooth-edged instrument to gently work over areas of tension or stagnation. It may help improve circulation, ease muscle tightness and promote greater comfort and mobility.
Supportive Elements of Care
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese herbal medicine draws from a traditional pharmacopeia of hundreds of herbs that are commonly combined into individualized formulas. When appropriate, herbal formulas may be recommended to address specific health concerns and complement acupuncture treatment between visits.
Nutritional & Lifestyle Guidance
In East Asian medicine, food and daily habits are considered important parts of overall health. When appropriate, nutritional and lifestyle guidance may be incorporated into care, with recommendations tailored to the individual and informed by traditional dietary principles, daily routines and wellness goals.
BioMat® Infrared Therapy
The BioMat® is a heated treatment mat that uses far infrared warmth to create a comfortable, relaxing treatment experience. It is used on the treatment tables and may help ease muscle tension, support circulation and promote relaxation during your visit.
Brief Massage
A brief massage may be included at the end of an acupuncture treatment as a relaxing and comfortable way to complete the session.