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Medical Acupuncture

Trained by international experts at Harvard Medical School, I practice a unique style of structurally based acupuncture where every treatment is determined by your body’s dynamics.

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Acupuncture Basics

Acupuncture is one of the oldest healing methods in use going back over 2000 years.  Only recently has modern medicine embraced what the Chinese have known for a millennia.

​Although still not completely known, acupuncture causes release of certain neurotransmitters that result in regulation and modification of multiple body systems including pain, hormones and the immune system.

Medical acupuncture is administered by a physician who has the ability to use acupuncture to treat medical conditions.

Although only recently gaining recognition in the US, acupuncture is used extensively by physicians in Europe and Asia.
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Commonly Treated Conditions

Respiratory Diseases
Acute sinusitis
Acute rhinitis
Common cold
Acute tonsillitis
Bronchopulmonary Diseases
Acute bronchitis
Bronchial asthma

Disorders of the Mouth Cavity
Toothache
Pain after tooth extraction
Gingivitis
Pharyngitis

Orthopedic Disorders
Shoulder pain
Tennis elbow
Sciatica
Low back pain
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Hiccups
Acute and chronic gastritis
Nausea

Gastric hyperacidity
Acute and chronic colitis
Constipation
Diarrhea

Neurologic Disorders
Headache
Migraine
Trigeminal neuralgia
Facial paralysis
Peripheral neuropathy

Ob/Gynecological Disorders
Menstrual disorders
chronic pelvic pain
Hot flashes
Infertility
Pelvic/back pain in pregnancy
Preparation for labor

Frequently ASked questions

Do the needles hurt?
  • Acupuncture needles are extremely thin.  More than 10 could be fit into the head of a needle typically used to draw blood. Needles are rarely bothersome during a treatment.
What should I expect with a treatment?
  • A typical treatment will last 45-60 minutes, sometimes shorter or longer. Treatments are usually done in 2-3 phases with between 5-10 needles in during each phase.  After your treatment, you will often feel very relaxed.
Does it really work?
  • Medical science has now shown benefit of acupuncture for many of the conditions listed above.  It is considered a first line treatment for back pain. However, as with any treatment, not everyone will respond to acupuncture.
Are there potential side effects?
  • The nice part of acupuncture is that it is very safe with few side effects.  You can sometimes have a little bruising at the needle site. You may feel a little dizzy after a long treatment. If moxibustion (burning of herb at the base of the needle) is performed, slight blistering can occur on occasion.
How many treatments are needed?
  • Response to acupuncture depends on a number of factors, but generally the longer the problem has been present more treatments will be needed. Acute problems may only need a 2-3 treatments, however longstanding pain conditions may need 6-8 treatments.  Certain chronic conditions, once improved, may only need intermittent treatment.
What style of acupuncture do you practice?
  • There are many different styles of acupuncture, mostly based on traditional Chinese medicine.  I practice more of a Japanese style that is very structurally based. For more information please see the About tab.
Does insurance cover acupuncture?
  • Most insurances do NOT cover acupuncture, however some will.  I do not accept any insurances, but I will provide you with billing information to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
How much does acupuncture cost?
  • Please refer to the services page for a listing of fees.
Can you prescribe medications too?
  • No. My practice is limited to acupuncture related services only.  Actually, I request that you have a primary care physician to manage your medical conditions.

Location & Hours

Located within Olean Physical Therapy Professionals. Appointments are generally made on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.  You may make an appointment by phone or email.

Michael Kalsman MD PLLC, Medical Acupuncture
​3132 NY-417
Olean, N.Y. 14760
phone: (716)801-0416
email: DrK@KalsmanAcupuncture.com

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