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David Amador

Acupuncturist

David Amador, MS, LAc, is a graduate of the Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at New York Chiropractic College. Having completed over 3,000 hours of clinical training that included a clinical internship in Zhejiang Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Hangzhou, People’s Republic of China. He practices in East Syracuse and in Macedon, NY. He evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Mr. Amador specializes, but is not limited to, sports medicine, pain management and Tui Na (Chinese medical massage). Born in Mexico City, Mr. Amador began his studies in Taijiquan, Qigong and Gongfu, in 1986. Since then, he has participated in dozens of seminars and workshops, in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Spain, Canada, USA and China. He is a certified instructor of the Five Sections Taijiquan Program. In Puerto Rico, he taught medical qigong in the Hospital Español Auxilio Mutuo for twelve years.
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5 years Experience
David Amador
  • East Syracuse, NY
  • Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at New York Chiropractic College
  • Accepting new patients

Can acupuncture help with thyroid problems?

Each case is different, but in general terms, acupuncture has proven to be effective in mitigating hormonal imbalances. Check this study: Acupuncture Stimulation and Neuroendocrine READ MORE
Each case is different, but in general terms, acupuncture has proven to be effective in mitigating hormonal imbalances. Check this study: Acupuncture Stimulation and Neuroendocrine Regulation https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9780124115453000067

Is acupuncture effective for hip bursitis?

First, it is important to evaluate where is the bursitis. Hip bursitis usually is a general name to any inflammation of the “sliding” muscles and tendons of the hip joint. That READ MORE
First, it is important to evaluate where is the bursitis. Hip bursitis usually is a general name to any inflammation of the “sliding” muscles and tendons of the hip joint. That being said “hip bursitis” usually responds very good to acupuncture treatment.

Is Acupuncture good for stomach problems?

Acupuncture has proven to be an excellent alternative for gastro-intestinal problems. After a comprehensive evaluation a TCM practitioner will give a treatment focused in your READ MORE
Acupuncture has proven to be an excellent alternative for gastro-intestinal problems. After a comprehensive evaluation a TCM practitioner will give a treatment focused in your particular “stomach problem”.

How many sessions of acupuncture do you need for knee pain?

The number of visits will depend on what’s going on with your knee. If the pain is due to an injury that requires surgery, acupuncture can help you in preparation for such intervention. READ MORE
The number of visits will depend on what’s going on with your knee. If the pain is due to an injury that requires surgery, acupuncture can help you in preparation for such intervention. And can assist in the recovery phase too! Usually, a knee that do not require surgery would notice a big change in 5 to 10 visits.

Can trigger finger be treated with acupuncture?

Yes! We can help! Acupuncture is a great treatment for trigger finger, it usually responds very well.

How long does it take for acupuncture to work for insomnia?

Every case is different, insomnia could come from lots of different reasons. In general, it will take in between 5 to 10 sessions to see real changes. But, usually from the first READ MORE
Every case is different, insomnia could come from lots of different reasons. In general, it will take in between 5 to 10 sessions to see real changes. But, usually from the first couple of sessions you’ll start to get better quality of sleep.

How many sessions of acupuncture do you need for neck spasms?

Depends on the severity of the spasms, and the muscles involved. But you should feel some relief from the first session. After being evaluated by a physician and ruling out any READ MORE
Depends on the severity of the spasms, and the muscles involved. But you should feel some relief from the first session. After being evaluated by a physician and ruling out any major lesions. A course of acupuncture should take between 5 and 10 sessions.

Can acupuncture help the flu?

It is proven that acupuncture can help to reduce the inflammation and the congestion of the upper respiratory tract. There are some studies that back the idea that acupuncture READ MORE
It is proven that acupuncture can help to reduce the inflammation and the congestion of the upper respiratory tract. There are some studies that back the idea that acupuncture help boosting the immune system, too. Here’s a study that can help to answer your question: THE MECHANISM OF ACUPUNCTURE AND CLINICAL APPLICATIONS
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00207450500341472

How many acupuncture treatments are needed for sciatica?

An acupuncturist will perform an in-depth examination for each patient, before providing a prognosis. Usually a course of treatments is advised before a reevaluation. A course READ MORE
An acupuncturist will perform an in-depth examination for each patient, before providing a prognosis. Usually a course of treatments is advised before a reevaluation. A course of treatments fluctuate between 5 and 10 sessions depending on each patient presentation.

How far do acupuncture needles go in?

There are several considerations. It will depend on the selected point, the region of the body, the affected tissue and the technique chosen by the practitioner. That being said, READ MORE
There are several considerations. It will depend on the selected point, the region of the body, the affected tissue and the technique chosen by the practitioner. That being said, needle insertion varies from 0.3 inch, just below the skin, to 3.5 inches, in big muscles. Commonly, it’s around 0.5 to 1.5 inches. A qualified acupuncturist has spent at least 3000 hours of training, has approved several anatomy courses, hundreds of supervised clinic hours and has approved several board exams.

Can acupuncture help neuropathy in feet?

In general terms acupuncture has proven to have good results helping to reduce neuropathic pain. But, first thing is to determine what is the pattern that is causing it, form the READ MORE
In general terms acupuncture has proven to have good results helping to reduce neuropathic pain. But, first thing is to determine what is the pattern that is causing it, form the perspective of the Traditional Chinese Medicine. Once the pattern is identified, a treatment plan can be established in order to treat the cause of the neuropathy.

Is acupuncture good for arthritis in the neck?

Assuming that there’s no major orthopedic issues and we are working along your Doctor. Acupuncture has proven to be a good therapy for arthritis. It helps to reduce inflammation READ MORE
Assuming that there’s no major orthopedic issues and we are working along your Doctor.

Acupuncture has proven to be a good therapy for arthritis. It helps to reduce inflammation in the joints, and relaxes the adjacent muscles. But first, an acupuncturist will determine cause from the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Then the treatment will be designed to treat your particular needs.

Why is acupuncture so relaxing?

Some studies state that acupuncture stimulate the limbic system. The limbic system deal with emotions and memory. It regulates autonomic or endocrine function in response to emotional READ MORE
Some studies state that acupuncture stimulate the limbic system. The limbic system deal with emotions and memory. It regulates autonomic or endocrine function in response to emotional stimuli. On top of this metabolic response to acupuncture, we make sure that you will be in a safe, all inclusive environment that will help you unwind and relax.

Here is a link to a study:
Acupuncture modulates the limbic system and subcortical gray structures of the human brain https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/%28SICI%291097-0193%282000%299%3A1%3C13%3A%3AAID-HBM2%3E3.0.CO%3B2-F

What are the benefits of acupuncture for generalized anxiety disorder?

Hello, In general terms, acupuncture has good results treating anxiety. That being said, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) tries not to generalize and treats each patient with READ MORE
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In general terms, acupuncture has good results treating anxiety. That being said, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) tries not to generalize and treats each patient with a personalized approach. Here is a link to a systematic literature review: Acupuncture for Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1136/aim.25.1-2.1
There, the conclusion is that Acupuncture reported positive findings comparable with medication. My recommendation is to ask your primary health provider if he/she recommends acupuncture to help you with the anxiety disorder.

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How are acupuncture needles removed from your ear?

A well-trained acupuncturist will insert the needles at a correct depth and with the correct stimulation. This assures an easy removal of the needles. Needles are simply removed READ MORE
A well-trained acupuncturist will insert the needles at a correct depth and with the correct stimulation. This assures an easy removal of the needles. Needles are simply removed by pulling them out of the skin. Usually leaving no marks. Here is a video that explains the procedure:
https://youtu.be/0tHJDQfU25Y

Can acupuncture help a clogged ear?

First, you have to check for infection with your primary health provider. And following an antibiotic protocol if necessary. If there’s no infection, then acupuncture has very READ MORE
First, you have to check for infection with your primary health provider. And following an antibiotic protocol if necessary. If there’s no infection, then acupuncture has very good results.

Can acupuncture release trapped emotions?

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) sees the body as a whole and not separated from the emotions. Most of the time, acupuncture treatments help to balance emotions, too. But we READ MORE
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) sees the body as a whole and not separated from the emotions. Most of the time, acupuncture treatments help to balance emotions, too. But we are not psychologist nor psychiatrists, so I highly recommend that if a patient has emotional or psychiatric history, he/she should seek help from a professional.