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sabrina szymczak

Acupuncturist

Sabrina Szymczak received a Master’s Degree in Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in NY. She is board certified by the NCCAOM in both acupuncture and herbology, and she is certified to practice acupuncture in NJ. Sabrina also completed her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Rutgers University.
As a result of her education and internship at the Hospital for Joint Diseases in NYC with the Initiative for Women with Disabilities, Sabrina has experience treating the symptoms of various conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, Depression, Degenerative Joint Disease, Skin and OB/GYN disorders. 
She participated in a clinical training and education program at the China Beijing International Acupuncture Training Centre
Chinese medicine is a comprehensive system that is able to treat a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.  It is a particularly effective choice for conditions that Western medicine does not understand or for which it has no effective treatment.  Chinese medicine also works well as an adjunctive form of treatment to common Western treatment practices.   Conditions commonly treated with Chinese Medicine include:  cold and flu, sinusitis, gastrointesinal disorders, headache, musculoskeletal pain, asthma, anxiety, and gynecological disorders.
Treatment may involve various components such as Acupuncture, Acupressure, Chinese Herbs, Moxabustion, Cupping, or Gua Sha.
It is very safe. When practiced correctly by trained, qualified practitioners, acupuncture and Chinese herbs are extremely safe.  Acupuncturists today use individually packaged, sterile, disposable needles.  There are also virtually no side effects to Chinese medicine, which means that a “healthy” person can get treatment to stay healthy and grounded.  It can be used for treatment of children as well as adults of all ages.
20 years Experience
sabrina szymczak
  • Elmwood Park, NJ
  • Pacific College Oriental Medic
  • Accepting new patients

Can acupuncture cause miscarriage in early pregnancy?

Any licensed acupuncturist should know the few points that are contraindicated during pregnancy. So, I would say it’s extremely unlikely that acupuncture was the cause of any miscarriage. Sabrina READ MORE
Any licensed acupuncturist should know the few points that are contraindicated during pregnancy. So, I would say it’s extremely unlikely that acupuncture was the cause of any miscarriage.

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Do I need to rest after acupuncture?

Nope! You can resume all normal activities after Acupuncture. If you do feel unusually tired later that day, or the next day, just communicate that with your Acupuncturist. It’s READ MORE
Nope! You can resume all normal activities after Acupuncture. If you do feel unusually tired later that day, or the next day, just communicate that with your Acupuncturist. It’s nothing dangerous, at all.. but it’s useful information so they can adjust the points, the number of needles or the length of time the needles are in. Enjoy your treatment!!

Where is the pressure point for your stomach?

There are many, many points that can treat “stomach issues.” Some are on the abdomen, and some on the extremities.

Is acupuncture safe for diabetics?

Absolutely! Always let your provider know of any medical conditions, but acupuncture is definitely safe for Diabetics.

What pressure point relieves shoulder pain?

There are many points that treat the shoulder. There are always points wherever you have the actual pain, but then depending on the exact location of the pain, there are also points READ MORE
There are many points that treat the shoulder. There are always points wherever you have the actual pain, but then depending on the exact location of the pain, there are also points on the arms and legs as well.

Does acupuncture help diabetic neuropathy?

Yes it can! I have treated many people with diabetes and diabetic neuropathy, and Acupuncture can definitely be effective to help relieve the intensity of the pain.

What does acupuncture do for headaches?

It depends on the type of headaches, what’s causing them and where, on the head, the pain is. But, generally, acupuncture can help reduce the frequency and severity of headaches. READ MORE
It depends on the type of headaches, what’s causing them and where, on the head, the pain is. But, generally, acupuncture can help reduce the frequency and severity of headaches.

Can you get acupuncture while sick?

Generally yes. Always let your provider know what you have going on.. but Acupuncture may help relieve the cold symptoms you might be having, like congestion, cough, aches.. etc. READ MORE
Generally yes. Always let your provider know what you have going on.. but Acupuncture may help relieve the cold symptoms you might be having, like congestion, cough, aches.. etc. And it can also boost your immune system.

What are the acupuncture points for anxiety?

Yes!! And I know this from even first hand experience as a patient as well. Acupuncture can definitely help with anxiety.

Is acupuncture safe for diabetic patients?

Yes absolutely. Always inform your provider of any medical conditions. But generally, acupuncture is safe for Diabetics.

How long does acupressure take to work?

It can vary. A course of treatment is usually about 6 weeks.. once a week generally. The basic rule of thumb is the longer you’ve had a problem, the longer it takes to fix it. READ MORE
It can vary. A course of treatment is usually about 6 weeks.. once a week generally. The basic rule of thumb is the longer you’ve had a problem, the longer it takes to fix it. So if it’s some thing that is a recent problem, it usually resolve more quickly. If it’s something you’ve been experiencing chronically, for years, it could take a few months to start to get better. But Acupuncture really can help with most things.