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Ms. Megan Donahue

Acupuncture

Megan Donahue is an acupuncturist practicing in Narberth, PA. Dr. Donahue evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of oriental medicine. Acupuncturists complete their evaluations by getting a patient history and looking at and touching the body. Then, they place very fine acupuncture needles into specific points on the body. Stimulating these points and nerves is how Dr. Donahue treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
7 years Experience
Ms. Megan Donahue
  • Won Institute of Graduate Stud
  • Accepting new patients

Can acupuncture help with the cold?

Yes, we can help the symptoms of a cold. I have found that acupuncture can help the cold pass faster if done alone or with medications.

How often should I get acupuncture?

Acupuncture treatments are based on individual needs. If three months in between helps you, then that's great! I would say, be aware of level of stresses or triggers and maybe READ MORE
Acupuncture treatments are based on individual needs. If three months in between helps you, then that's great! I would say, be aware of level of stresses or triggers and maybe schedule around those. You may be able to go longer if you incorporate things like mediation, massage, or yoga. Acupuncture helps to balance the mind, body, and spirit.

Should I get acupuncture for my fibromyalgia?

Acupuncture is great for treating pain. Everyone's pain is different in this medicine. We look and treat the individual's signs and symptoms. With some of our fibromyalgia patients, READ MORE
Acupuncture is great for treating pain. Everyone's pain is different in this medicine. We look and treat the individual's signs and symptoms. With some of our fibromyalgia patients, just being able to have a bowel movement or sleep without pain has made a tremendous change in their quality of life.

Can acupuncture help in treating my enlarged uterus?

I don't understand how your uterus would make you gain weight. We can help with losing weight. Acupuncture helps with a lot of female issues. A consult is what I would recommend READ MORE
I don't understand how your uterus would make you gain weight. We can help with losing weight. Acupuncture helps with a lot of female issues. A consult is what I would recommend in order to determine care.

How can acupuncture reduce my mental stress?

Yes, there are symptoms that you may have from stress. Some people experience insomnia, digestive issues, pain, or other symptoms. Acupuncture helps in reducing or eliminating READ MORE
Yes, there are symptoms that you may have from stress. Some people experience insomnia, digestive issues, pain, or other symptoms. Acupuncture helps in reducing or eliminating those symptoms which creates a better quality of life and helps them to relax.

My son has awful shoulder pain. How can I help him?

Based on this medicine, there may be a blockage of energy in that area (shoulders) since there was nothing on the x-ray, or there may be inflammation from overuse if he plays a READ MORE
Based on this medicine, there may be a blockage of energy in that area (shoulders) since there was nothing on the x-ray, or there may be inflammation from overuse if he plays a lot of basketball. Based on a consult with more information, I would have a better idea. Acupuncture has been found to help those types of issues when nothing shows on tests. Please do a consultation with an acupuncturist. There are many tools in our box to help.

How should I prepare for my acupuncture session?

Hi! I hope I answer in time. Usually, I ask patients to eat something light, soup or half a sandwich. You don't want to be over full or have an empty belly. Wear loose clothing READ MORE
Hi! I hope I answer in time. Usually, I ask patients to eat something light, soup or half a sandwich. You don't want to be over full or have an empty belly. Wear loose clothing to be comfortable. No perfume or cologne due to people having allergies.