Morningside Acupuncture
NYC
Effective pain & stress relief
Experience Modern Acupuncture and Dry Needling in New York City for pain, sports injuries, and stress relief
Welcome to Morningside Acupuncture!
Located on the Upper West Side, we are the premier acupuncture and dry needling NYC clinic.
Pain and Stress Relief That Goes Deeper
Morningside Acupuncture provides acupuncture and dry needling treatments in New York City for drug-free pain relief, pain management, and stress relief.
Our licensed and nationally board-certified acupuncturists specialize in a blended modern acupuncture approach that combines traditional acupuncture and trigger point dry needling (myofascial trigger point therapy) to alleviate a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, sports injuries, and stress-related disorders such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, headaches, fatigue, myofascial pain, digestive issues, and women's health issues.
At Morningside Acupuncture, our specialty is treating the causes and symptoms of muscle pain and myofascial pain. This includes a deep understanding of pain science, the nervous system, traditional acupuncture, and trigger point referral patterns to provide effective and holistic treatments.
Our team has advanced training in myofascial trigger point therapy and dry needling, and our treatments incorporate principles of traditional Chinese medicine, sports acupuncture, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy. We personalize each treatment plan to meet the specific needs and goals of our patients, recognizing that each body has its own needs. We provide a safe and affirmative therapeutic space that honors the connection between the mind and body.
At Morningside Acupuncture, we work with most insurance companies that offer acupuncture benefits as an out-of-network provider. Payment is due at the time of each treatment, and we can provide an itemized superbill for possible insurance reimbursement. We do not check benefits or submit insurance claims on your behalf.
Don't let pain or stress control your life any longer
Schedule your first session with us today to experience the benefits of acupuncture, dry needling, and myofascial trigger point therapy.
To learn more about why we're the best acupuncture NYC has to offer, explore our website or contact us now.
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We help patients heal by specializing in the following services…
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Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been shown to help relieve symptoms of over 100 health conditions. It is especially helpful for acute & chronic pain, and physical manifestations of stress. Acupuncture works in many ways including releasing myofascial constriction, calming our nervous system, and promoting the release of pain relieving endorphins. We use a combination of acupuncture styles to provide individualized treatments that seek to maximize the effectiveness of our treatments.
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Dry Needling & Trigger Points
Dry needling and trigger point acupuncture help release tight muscles that can cause pain, limit range of motion, and inhibit performance. These styles of acupuncture are may also be referred to as sports acupuncture or orthopedic acupuncture, and are especially effective for pain, sports injuries, and orthopedic conditions. The goal of treatment is to relieve pain, increase muscle function and range of motion, improve recovery, and optimize athletic performance.
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Electroacupuncture
Electroacupuncture is acupuncture with electrical stimulation. It utilizes a mild electrical current to stimulate acupuncture needles at specific points on the body. Electroacupuncture can be used to increase the release of pain relieving endorphins and further relax and reprogram tight muscles using intramuscular stimulation and motor point acupuncture techniques. Electroacupuncture is done either via an electrical acupuncture pen or an electroacupuncture machine.
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Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese herbs have been used for thousands of years to treat a wide array of health conditions. Herbs are combined to create formulas that are specific to the individuals symptoms and underlying constitution. Chinese herbs are especially effective for stress & anxiety, digestive issues, sleep issues, and women’s health issues.
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Treatments
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Sports Pains & Injuries
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Stress & Anxiety
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Women's Health & Fertility
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Digestive Problems
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Sleep Disorders
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Acute & Chronic Pain
Learn more about the practice, acupuncture, dry needling, and Chinese medicine
We seek to provide a safe and open healing space for all people that allows patients to feel at ease. We meet each patient wherever they are on a given day so they can feel supported throughout the healing process.
What you can expect during your visit
More and more people are beginning to become aware of the benefits of acupuncture and dry needling. If you are new to acupuncture and dry needling, rest assured that we will walk you through the process.
Visit Our Office
Our office is conveniently located at 900 West End Avenue on the Upper West Side of NYC. We are just off of Broadway on 104th St. with easy access from the 1 train (103rd St. stop).
What Our Clients Say
“Teddy’s work is magic! I vary in my running from 25mi - 75mi / week, and hold stress in my shoulders and back. Each time I visit Teddy, I walk away feeling calm and reset for more miles.”
— Google Reviewer
“Nicholas was awesome and worked with me to fully understand my running habits and relationship with pain. The procedure provided instant relief. Trigger point release and acupuncture was something I've never tried before, but I 10/10 recommend going consistently as I've been able to run pain free since I began treatment!”
— Google Reviewer
“I had a great experience at Morningside Acupuncture! My shoulder and hips felt much better after only one session. I highly recommend checking them out!”
— Google Reviewer
“Great treatment at Morningside Acupuncture! The acupuncture helped me quickly recover. With the use of dry needling, the tension and stress in my muscles were quickly released. I was able to perform physical activity quicker than I anticipated. Recommend to anyone, athletes, non-athletes and anywhere in between!”
— Google Reviewer
Ready to schedule your appointment?
Please call or text us at (917) 830-4440.
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