Acupuncture Department

Acupuncture has long been used to stimulate the loss of body fat and maintain optimal weight. By inserting acupuncture needles into specific points on the body, our therapists are able to stimulate related organs and systems that may be inhibiting weight loss.

Acupuncture can is used effectively at the Cohn Health Institute to assist people with maintaining and losing weight. The benefits of weight loss acupuncture include regulating the body balance, breaking down fat without side effects or invasive procedures, reducing/controlling appetite, boosting metabolism and strengthening weakened organs. At the Cohn Health Institute, our highly experienced acupuncturist will safely insert a sterile needle into the treatment point, a fat layer located just between the skin and muscle layers.

Weight loss acupuncture is often paired with cupping, moxibustion, applied kinesiology and other therapies to amplify the effects. Most importantly, it is vital to apply a balanced diet and exercise plan if any long-lasting effects are to be achieved. Common treatment recommendations range from 6-12 weeks.

Cupping is used to address pain, tension and congestion in the body. Similar to deep tissue massage, cupping works directly on the muscle itself. Glass cups are suctioned onto the area of discomfort and moved around to help break up the muscle tension and adhesions while increasing circulation and lymph drainage.