Acupuncture for Headaches and Migraines in West Sayville, NY
Frequent headaches and migraines can disrupt work, family time, and sleep. Acupuncture may help reduce how often headaches happen, as part of a plan that includes your physician's care.
What the research says
A Cochrane review of 22 trials found that adding acupuncture to usual care reduced how often episodic migraines occur. Linde K, et al. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2016
A Cochrane review found acupuncture may help reduce the frequency of tension-type headaches. Linde K, et al. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2016
A randomized trial published in Neurology found acupuncture helped reduce chronic tension-type headache days. Zheng H, et al. Neurology, 2022
What to expect
Sessions can take up to 60 minutes. You rest on a padded table while thin needles are placed at targeted points. You should experience little to no discomfort. A plan of 6-8 sessions over several weeks is common, depending on your condition and goals.
Acupuncture works alongside, not in place of, care from your physician. Results vary from person to person.
Schedule a visit
Call or text 631-210-6193 or email frontdesk@thehealingpointli.com. The Healing Point is at 1 Montauk Hwy, West Sayville, NY 11796, serving West Sayville, Sayville, Oakdale, Bayport, Bohemia, Holbrook, Ronkonkoma, Lake Ronkonkoma and nearby Long Island communities. NYSHIP and other insurances accepted; see Insurance & Fees.