Dr. Rene Ng (DACM, AP, L.Ac), Acupuncturist
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Dr. Rene Ng (DACM, AP, L.Ac)

Acupuncturist

2650 Bahia Vista Street Suite 301 Sarasota FL, 34239
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Practice Philosophy

Integrative Medicine

About

HIGHLY POPULAR ACUPUNCTURE PHYSICIAN IN SARASOTA Born, raised, and trained in China, Rene Ng has been working with Chinese Medicine for over 40 years. His in-depth knowledge of diseases and how the ...

Board Certification

National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Provider Details

Male English, Cantonese
Dr. Rene Ng (DACM, AP, L.Ac)
Dr. Rene Ng (DACM, AP, L.Ac)'s Expert Contributions
  • Can acupuncture prevent the flu?

    Thank you for your inquiry. Acupuncture is very effective in addressing the flu, especially with combined with Chinese herbs and the right nutrition. It does so by targeting the boosting of the body’s immune system naturally. READ MORE

  • Should you rest after acupuncture?

    Yes.... you should refrain from exercise or exertion at least 1 - 2 hours after an acupuncture treatment. READ MORE

  • Is it ok to get a massage after acupuncture?

    There should not be a problem with getting a massage after acupuncture. I would, however, caution against getting deep tissue massages after acupuncture, and the pain / trauma from such massages would and could effectively nullify the effects from the acupuncture treatment. READ MORE

  • Does acupuncture hurt the next day?

    Normally, there should not be pain the following day. READ MORE

  • How many sessions of acupuncture are effective?

    All depends on what you are getting the acupuncture for, and how long you have had the issue. Generally, the longer you have had the issue the longer it is going to take to heal... and hence the more the treatments READ MORE

  • Does acupuncture help inflammatory arthritis?

    Yes.... acupuncture is very effective in addressing not just inflammatory arthritis but also rheumatoid arthritis... and just arthritis in general. READ MORE

  • What should you not do before acupuncture?

    Definitely should not eat a full meal before a treatment. READ MORE

  • Does acupuncture help with spinal stenosis?

    With the right diagnosis and treatment plan, acupuncture can definitely help with spinal stenosis. READ MORE

  • How long do the effects of acupuncture last?

    The lasting effects in the beginning are short lived, but as the body strengthens and the source of the problem is effectively addressed, the duration increases over time, and can even be permanent. READ MORE

  • Can acupuncture help with allergies?

    People get allergies because of a weakened immune system. Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and proper nutrition goes a long way to improving and strengthening one's immune system..... which in turns addresses allergies automatically and naturally. READ MORE

  • Can acupuncture heal nerves?

    Nerve damage is oftentimes not really nerve damage, but another underlying condition that is resulting in hyperactive nerve activity manifesting in nerve damage. When these sources are addressed, you will oftentimes see major improvement in nerve damage situations. READ MORE

  • How effective is acupuncture for depression?

    Acupuncture mainly goes after the root of a problem and not just the symptom. As a result, when the cause of the depression is correctly addressed, the depression is effectively treated. This is a very different approach than, say, using a medicated drug like Zoloff to treat the symptom of depression only. READ MORE

  • Is acupuncture a placebo?

    Absolutely not. Those who say acupuncture is a placebo pretty much does not understand how acupuncture works and why it works. Acupuncture has been around for a long time, and its effectiveness in treating health problems and diseases span over 2000+ years. READ MORE

  • Is acupuncture good for sciatica?

    Hi there, and thank you for the question. Acupuncture, especially when combined with Chinese herbs and Chinese Medical Massage Dit Da, can be extremely effective for helping people suffering from sciatica and other musculoskeletal issues. READ MORE

  • Can acupuncture help with arthritis in the hands?

    Thank you for th inquiry. Acupuncture when combined with Chinese herbs and proper nutrition can be very effective in treating arthritis. I help a lot of patients in the clinic suffering from arthritis, literally in a daily basis. I hope this answers your question. Happy Thanksgiving !!!! READ MORE

  • Can acupuncture help with ulcer pain?

    Yes, acupuncture is extremely effective when used to address ulcer pain. This type of pain can be caused from various sources, including and especially nutrition along with stress-related factors. We would do a detailed intake on the symptoms and health history to determine the cause of the ulcer, and then develop an effective treatment plan for it. I hope this answers your question. READ MORE

  • Can acupuncture help in treating lower back pain?

    Yes... one of acupuncture's strengths is in addressing back pain, both from trauma as well as from aging-related factors. READ MORE

  • Is it safe for me to continue my acupuncture during pregnancy?

    Acupuncture is generally safe with pregnancy, but you should seek treatment from someone who is fully trained and board-certified. There are certain points that are contraindicated in pregnancy cases, but the properly trained acupuncturists would know these along with other precautions to take for pregnancy cases. READ MORE

  • Does acupuncture help in treating depression?

    Thank you for the inquiry. Acupuncture, especially when combined with Chinese herbs, is very effective in addressing depression along with accompanying symptoms such as migraines, fatigue, weight issues, thyroid disorders, and bowel movement problems, to name a few. It is also very effective not just in addressing the depression directly, but also the underlying root of the cause of depression. I hope this answers your question. Have a great day. Sincerely, Rene Ng (DOM, AP) READ MORE

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Areas of expertise and specialization

Autoimmune DisordersCancer CareInjuries and Pain ManagementGastrointestinal DisordersMultiple SclerosisThyroid Disorders

Awards

  • Readers Choice '1st Place 3 Sarasota Herald Tribune 
  • Favorite Acupuncture Physician 6 Natural Awakenings 
  • Favorite Acupuncture Physician 7 Natural Awakenings 
  • Favorite Acupuncture Physician 8 Natural Awakenings 
  • Favorite Acupuncture Physician 14 Natural Awakenings 
  • Fav Anti-Aging Practitioner 8 Natural Awakenings 
  • Favorite Natural Healing Ctr 8 Natural Awakenings 

Dr. Rene Ng (DACM, AP, L.Ac)'s Practice location

2650 Bahia Vista Street Suite 301 -
Sarasota, FL 34239
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New patients: 941-773-5156

2650 BAHIA VISTA ST -
SARASOTA, FL 34239
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New patients: 941-773-5156

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SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITALl

1700 S TAMIAMI TRL SARASOTA FL 34239

Head west on Bahia Vista Street 3.5 mi
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Turn right onto Fruitville Road (FL 780) 1.1 mi
Take the ramp on the right 1497 ft
Merge left onto I 75 3.1 mi
Take the ramp on the right towards University Pkwy 1675 ft
Keep right at the fork 538 ft
Go straight onto University Parkway 2917 ft
Turn left onto Town Center Parkway 1550 ft
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SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITALl

1700 S TAMIAMI TRL SARASOTA FL 34239

Head west on Bahia Vista Street 4143 ft
Turn left onto Tamiami Trail (US 41) 1359 ft
Turn right onto Waldemere Street 468 ft
Turn left onto Hawthorne Street 168 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right

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DOCTORS HOSPITAL OF SARASOTAl

5731 BEE RIDGE RD SARASOTA FL 34233

Head east on Bahia Vista Street 931 ft
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Enter Southgate Circle and take the 2nd exit onto South Tuttle Avenue 607 ft
Continue slightly right onto South Tuttle Avenue 2109 ft
Turn left onto Bee Ridge Road (FL 758) 3.8 mi
Turn left onto Cattlemen Road 795 ft
Turn left onto Cattleridge Boulevard 577 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right

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LAKEWOOD RANCH MEDICAL CENTERl

8330 LAKEWOOD RANCH BLVD BRADENTON FL 34202

Head east on Bahia Vista Street 965 ft
Turn left onto South Tuttle Avenue 1.0 mi
Turn right onto Fruitville Road (FL 780) 4.2 mi
Take the ramp on the right 1497 ft
Merge left onto I 75 3.1 mi
Take the ramp on the right towards University Pkwy 1675 ft
Keep right at the fork 538 ft
Go straight onto University Parkway 2917 ft
Turn left onto Town Center Parkway 1550 ft
Turn right onto Health Park Way 773 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right

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