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    Effective Wisdom

    4.7 (21 reviews)
    Open 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

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    She is methodical and informative. You will understand the treatment and see results. She's great.

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    I have terrible neurological pain all over my body, yet to even be diagnosed. Is acupuncture going to be able to have a deep and lasting effect with a neuropathy of some sort? Thank you.

    Traditional Chinese Medicine can have a lasting effect with neuropathy, and you should expect to go through several course of treatments for severe and chronic issues. Depending on the nature of your condition, your acupuncturist may suggest dietary… Read more

    Is Dr. Nyugen certified by the CMBA? What are her qualifications?

    Hello, thank you for your question. I am certified by the NCCAOM as a Diplomate in Oriental Medicine and Licensed by the Board of Virginia and California in Acupuncture.

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    Kim also has a very gentle approach and is very aware of and connected to her patients during treatment.

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    Divine Spark - The Tara Room at Divine Spark Massage & Reiki in Richmond VA

    Divine Spark

    4.9(38 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    I recently moved to Richmond & was immediately trying out places for massages. I loved my previous…read moremassage place & needed something accommodating for my chronic illnesses & with enough availability. I looooove Divine Spark!! Their prices have recently increased to $100+ for an hour session, but honestly, that's more than worth it. I have had nothing but wonderful experiences here & I'm so glad my chronic pain can be treated in my new city.

    I booked a session here being TOTALLY UNAWARE they are the best rated massage in Richmond, and you…read moreknow what? I left thinking, "That's got to be the best massage I have ever had." I have severe, chronic pain. I got a massage somewhere else--that I won't name here--and my pain was so bad, I let the masseuse use a lot of pressure. I realized this was a mistake the very next day and they'd done some damage, but I could not use my arm--which is a bad situation to be in. A few days later, I got an appointment here with Tiffany. Tiffany was AWESOME. Along with a general massage and cupping, she used a method called scraping--this, my friends, did WONDERS for my arm. The beds are heated. The face-thingies are SOFT (I don't know why I can't find this everywhere). The only downsides? 1. There's no membership option!!! WHY. WHY WON'T YOU LET ME GIVE YOU MY MONEY MONTHLY?! 2. There's no rooms for couple's massages, and booking two separate massages at the same time for two different people using their online system is. . .not something it wants to let you do. My trick is to book one massage with another directly after it--both times I've done this, I've been called and asked if that was intentional. Once I explained, they had no problem arranging for me and my partner to both get massaged. 3. When you arrive, there's no receptionist, no front desk--there's chairs and magazines, so you KNOW it's the waiting area, but it can feel awkward waiting and being unsure if anyone knows you've arrived for an appointment. Fear not; It seems these folks are punctual and aware of when a client should be there, so they'll pop out of the room they massage in and get you--don't be weird like me and wander around, making the fact you have social anxiety super obvious, awkward, and everyone else's problem in addition to your own; Sit down and open a magazine and read about Reiki. I LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE. Richmond is flooded with just below average massage parlors/masseuses, which is why you're going to have a hard time ever getting the same, one, good masseuse at a location repeatedly; There's a LOT of turn over because, well. . .Not a lot of people are great at massage. If they are, odds are they'll begin working for a nicer place *cough*Divine Spark*cough* or relocate out of the area entirely. Since Divine Spark is the best, they're priced highly, so I see this place as a place to go when I'm in extreme pain or as a very special treat. Beware--this is a small location and company, so book well in advance if a specific date is important to you. I'm already ready for another appointment, but honestly, seriously, beware; Your next massage elsewhere will leave you disappointed after a trip to Divine Spark.

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    Deborah Farley

    Deborah Farley

    5.0(1 review)
    4.3 mi

    I fell through an attic and herniated 3 disks in my cervical spine. After a year of horrible pain,…read moresteroids injections in my neck and skull, way too many pain medications, my neurologist suggested acupuncture and going to see Deborah Farley at Acupuncture Clinic of Richmond. At this point, I was open to it. I called in to make an appointment and was told what to expect - 1/2 hour meeting first and then a 45 min session (approx.) I was told I could bring my own music if I like (to listen to while in the therapy room). When I got there, it was a welcoming lobby and Deborah popped out of office to say she'd be right with me and to have a seat in another room. When she came in, we went through a pretty in depth question and answer session. This time was VERY informative. She then let me know that for my particular condition, any relief would take at least 6 sessions and she told me why and explained it. She then told me what to expect in the therapy room. She asked me if I like cool or warm rooms and I chose. She told me to get on the table and take off my socks (you should wear pants that are loose so she can get to your calf area.) I was nervous and she said she could put a few needles in certain areas to calm me down. The needles do NOT HURT. After going countless times, I have had 3 times, where a needle had hit me in just the right spot and it gives you a little shock, again not painful. She then asked if I wanted a heat lamp on me for the duration of the visit. (I tend to freeze, so said sure) She gave me a little bell and told me to ring it if I needed her and then told me I would be in here for 1/2 hour. I'll admit I was nervous to have all these little needles in me and was afraid to move and now she was gonna leave?!?!?!? But...I fell asleep within 10 minutes. Yup! Asleep. Woke up to her telling me I was done and it felt like I had just had the best massage!!!! She counted the needles as she took them out (I guess to be sure she got them all) and then told me she'd meet me out front. I got my stuff together and met her up front and she had water waiting for me. She told me to drink lots of water and might get a little sore and stuffy after. After my first session I was hooked. I have since come off disability and have no lasting effects from my injury. I go every 3 months or so for a "check up" and am forever a fan of accupunture!

    From the owner: Deborah Farley, L.Ac. specializes in Traditional Chinese Medicine, using acupuncture, herbs,…read morenutrition, and supplementation to optimize and improve your health. Specialties include neurological conditions such as migraines, Bell's Palsy, trigemenial nerve pain, and fibromyalgia. Also working with cancer patients to help reduce the effects of their treatments, maintain a strong immune system, reduce pain, and post surgical.

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    Back In Action Health Resource Center - acupuncture room1

    Back In Action Health Resource Center

    3.8(15 reviews)
    0.1 miWillow Lawn, Near West End

    I first went to Back in Action in 2017 and had a good/positive experience. However, I recently saw…read moreDr. Moran again for a similar sciatic nerve issue and had an awful experience. The last "alignment" move he did in the session was very painful and at a minimum I have a badly bruised rib (it could be cracked or out of line). I called Dr. Moran the next day and although he said he was "sorry," the only thing he could offer was for me to come back in and have a massage therapist see if they could help. It was pretty clear to me that would be at my expense. I fully realize there are risks when going to any practice like this. However, I left that visit in far worse shape and unable to move without pain (still five days later). I do no ever plan to see them again!

    I love going to this practice. They have always listened to what my complaint was and addressed the…read moreissue. I have been coming here for years and love the combination of chiropractic adjustment and then mini massage. I wish that my insurance would cover the mini massage and I thought that it did, but it only covers massage that is administered by the doctor. So you need to check what your insurance covers if you don't want to pay out of pocket for the mini massage. I have also had acupuncture and I was a skeptic at first, but I was having some serious muscle issues and it really helped me improve. I highly recommend this group to anyone looking for a chiropractor. I did experience some of the billing issues that others described and got one bill 6 months after treatment. It seems these things have been corrected and every business has some issues, but the quality of the treatment keeps me coming back.

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