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Dr. Anthony Gordon

Acupuncturist

Anthony Gordon is an acupuncturist practicing in SMITHTOWN, NY. Dr. Gordon 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. Gordon treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
15 years Experience
Dr. Anthony Gordon
  • SMITHTOWN, NY
  • New York College HP
  • Accepting new patients

What is the success rate of acupuncture for quitting smoking?

That really depends on how a provider screens patients to be excepted into a stop smoking acupuncture program. Or if that process is done at all. Properly screened patients to READ MORE
That really depends on how a provider screens patients to be excepted into a stop smoking acupuncture program. Or if that process is done at all. Properly screened patients to be admitted into a program have a high success rate.

Should you drink a lot of water after acupuncture?

Drink a normal amount of water after acupuncture.

Can acupuncture cause flu like symptoms?

No that is not normal. That is probably unrelated to the acupuncture.

What is the fastest way to heal a herniated disc?

Keep your weight down, low impact activity, don’t lift heavy, no sudden movements, good clean diet, acupuncture, physical therapy and time. It needs lots of time.

Is acupuncture effective for chronic pain?

Acupuncture is the best for this!

Tremor occuring?

Hard to say not knowing your case but often symptoms can worsen before they get better.

Does acupuncture work quickly?

Yes depending on the condition and the skill of your provider.

Do I need to rest after acupuncture?

Sometimes rest is needed depending on the condition.

Does the acupuncture pen really work?

It does not deliver repeatable results.