What We Treat

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Insurance Cover Acupuncture?

Acupuncture treatments are covered by many insurance plans. Carefirst, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Aetna, and United Healthcare are all in-network with Transformational Acupuncture. Other insurance providers will be billed out of network. 

Please fill out our form to check if your insurance plan covers acupuncture treatments. Your results will be emailed to you in 3-5 business days. 

Does Acupuncture Work for Fertility?

Yes, acupuncture has proven to be an effective treatment for improving fertility in both women and men. We love helping patients who are conceiving naturally and those that are undergoing fertility treatments such as IUI or IVF. For men, we help those who are concerned about low sperm count or other issues with male-factor fertility, such as sperm morphology or motility. Additionally, acupuncture is a great treatment for helping relieve the stress, discomfort, and even sleep issues that are common during this time. 

For more information on how we can help you during your fertility journey, please visit our Fertility page. 

Can I get acupuncture while I’m pregnant?

Yes! Acupuncture is a great way to support the health of both you and your baby during this time. Treatments during the prenatal stage can help mothers feel relief from a number of negative pregnancy symptoms, including stress, pain or discomfort, nausea, sleep issues, headaches or migraines, and fatigue. 

What Are the Benefits of Acupuncture During Pregnancy? 

A mother can benefit physically, mentally, and emotionally from acupuncture treatments during pregnancy. Acupuncture, and also herbal medicine, can help you have a healthier and happier pregnancy by reducing negative pregnancy symptoms such as stress, nausea, migraines, irregular sleeping patterns, anxiety, and any pain. Acupuncture is also beneficial for those in the perinatal stage of childbirth. 

To learn more, please visit our Prenatal and Perinatal Care page.

Can Acupuncture Really Have a Positive Impact on Women’s Health?

Yes, acupuncture can have a positive impact on many aspects of a woman’s health. Treatments can help women in all stages of life from childbearing years to menopause and beyond. Acupuncture is an effective treatment for fertility and reproductive health, digestion, fatigue, sleep and insomnia, as well as a wide variety of mental and emotional health issues. 

For more information, please visit our Women’s Health page. 

Can Acupuncture Relieve Pain?

Yes, acupuncture can be an effective way to help relieve both acute and chronic pain. Whether the cause of the pain is known or not, acupuncture treatments can help restore qi and fluid flow to the entire body. Acupuncture addresses both the source of pain and brings relief to any other part of the body that has been affected, including any muscle stiffness, joint pain, and even any negative mental health side effects that have resulted from chronic pain. 

For more information on how we can treat pain, please visit our Acute and Chronic Pain page. 

Can Acupuncture Help Mental Health Issues?

Yes, acupuncture helps with mental health issues. Acupuncture restores the flow of qi in the body, bringing balance to your whole system. When hormones and energies are in balance, it can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. You will also feel calmer and more focused. 

For more information on how we can treat mental health issues, please visit our Mental and Emotional Health page. 

Can Acupuncture Help With Emotional Issues?

Yes, acupuncture helps emotional health by addressing the root symptoms contributing to issues. Treatments reestablish balance to the energies and stabilize hormone levels. Acupuncture will relax your muscles and help you to find a sense of calm and focus so you can handle your emotions in a healthy manner. 

For more information on how we can treat emotional health issues, please visit our Mental and Emotional Health page. 

Does Acupuncture Help Sleeping Problems?

Yes, acupuncture is a very popular treatment for sleep issues and insomnia. Issues could include trouble falling asleep, waking up in the night or early morning, feeling tired, and/or trouble getting restful sleep. Acupuncture treatments help restore the balance in your body and address the root causes of sleep issues, such as high levels of stress or pain. 

For more information on how we can treat sleep issues, please visit our Sleep and Insomnia page.