Alternative Medicine, Acupuncture
Community Acupuncture uses a traditional, community style of treatment. Clients are cared for in comfortable recliners, in a group setting, and remain fully clothed while needles are applied to distal parts of the body (lower arms and legs, and head)
The North Sea is part of the rising tide of low-cost community clinics that offer high-quality healthcare at affordable rates. Our mission is to help you heal at minimal cost, in great comfort, and free of insurance benefit limitations. We accept walk-ins! We have gift certificates! We are located in the Northgate Professional Center, 1 block southeast of Northgate Mall at the corner of 5th Ave NE and 103rd Street. Our address is: 10212 5th Ave NE, Suite 120 Seattle, WA 98125
Last January, I had one of the worst cases of what I call the "achey breakies" I've ever had. This malady tends to strike during the cold, damp, foggy stretches we enjoy here in Seattle come late fall, winter. "It" invades my neck muscles, knees, joints and more. "It" putrefies my overall disposition as well. I knew I was in trouble when 600 mg of Ibuprofen, multiple slatherings of ointments, stretching, soaking in the tub, and even a stab at heavy drinking did little to help.
What did help was beginning regular acupuncture treatments at another community clinic in Seattle. The results weren't sudden, but I enjoyed significant relief over a period of weeks to months. In the beginning, I'd feel worse before getting better. That's not unusual.
I really like the space Steve and his wife have put together. There are two rooms to choose from with slightly different color schemes. The chairs are light and easy to adjust for reclining.
I began treatments at "North Sea" when they opened up their clinic very close to where I live. I'm not suffering from the "achey breakies" these days, but am trying to recover a rickety swollen knee. I also suffer periodic bouts of burnout from being a caretaker
You can tell right away that Steve is a very experienced pro in his field. It's also obvious that he's a teacher as he explains the nature of the points he chooses. He is so skilled at placing the needles, I hardly felt a thing. I think Steve is very intuitive in his work as well. After regular visits and doing the "homework" Steve prescribes, my knee problem is significantly improved. I can walk without it swelling up and can do so much more than before! Also, I'm just feeling more relaxed and grounded overall.
Posted 11/04/09 | Report Abuse
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