Herbs and supplements are generally safe. However, unsupervised use of these products often wastes patients' time and money and could result in serious injury or even death. Our primary goal is maintain good health with a healthy life style and the least amount of additional supplements either prescription drugs, over the counter medications, nutritional supplements or herbs. Medical Acupuncture Acupuncture is a method of encouraging the body to promote natural healing and to improve functioning. This is done by inserting needles and applying heat or electrical stimulation at very precise acupuncture points.
Acupuncture is a very old medical art and there are many approaches to learning and practicing it.
Medical Acupuncture is the term used to describe acupuncture performed by a doctor trained and licensed in Western Medicine who has also had thorough training in acupuncture as a specialty practice. At Steinmetz Medical Associates we combine traditional Chinese techniques, French energetic acupuncture and American researched pain management techniques using acupuncture needles. Menstrual and Urinary disorders House Calls Dr. Steinmetz has included house calls in her practice since 1985. She believes that this is a necessary service to those patients with a chronic illness that makes it difficult for them to get to the doctors office. Prior to a house call, we need to verify your illness by speaking to your doctor or receiving your medical records.