
Dr. Yali Li MD, PHD
Acupuncturist
2375 New York Ave Huntington Station NY, 11746About
Dr. Li is a licensed physician acupuncturist and is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Currently, Dr. Li is an Assistant Professor in the Dept. of Rehabilitation, Albert Einstein C ...
Education and Training
Fourth Military University Shaanxi China MD
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Dr. Yali Li MD, PHD's Expert Contributions
Does the acupuncture pen really work?
It may help for mild conditions but it is not as effective as acupuncture needling. READ MORE
Is acupuncture good for sinus problems?
Yes, acupuncture treatment can cure chronic sinusitis because acupuncture directly and indirectly enhance immunity to heal and prevent any kind of infections either by bacteria or virus. We had helped hundreds of patients who had chronic sinusitis over the years. Yali Li, MD, PhD READ MORE
Does acupressure work for headaches?
Yes, the best choice for migraine headache, tension headache, almost any kind of headache. Most of our patients experienced immediate relief, the headache can be reduced significantly within several minutes. A series of multiple acupuncture treatment can prevent relapse for years. Meanwhile, acupuncture can help relief of anxiety and mood swings. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help the flu?
Yes, acupuncture can help the flu because acupuncture would enhance both cellular and humoral immunity. READ MORE
What point do you press for a cold?
You can try to press SP10, ST36, LI11, and LI4 that may help. READ MORE
Can acupressure cure diseases?
Yes, acupuncture can cure migraine headache, sinusitis, trigeminal neuralgia, cough, flu, heartburns or acid reflux, IBS, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, Meniere's disease, bursitis of large joints, acute joint pain and swollen 2nd to soft tissue damage due to sport injury. acute neck pain and back pain due to muscle injury, menstrual cramp, PMS, Fibromyalgia, peripheral neuropathy due to chemotherapy, bladder infection, anemia due to excess period, restless leg syndrome, etc. READ MORE
Why is acupuncture so relaxing?
The mechanism is very complicated. In Chinese Medicine emotion is not only related nerve system but also related to liver, heart and sleep functions etc. Each acupoint can acts on multiple organs at the same time. In modern words, Acupuncture can regulate and adjust the level of multiple neurotransmitter and hormones, resulting in profound effects on nerve system and multiple other organs at the same time. READ MORE
How does acupuncture help relieve stress?
The mechanism is very complicated. In Chinese Medicine emotion is not only related nerve system but also related to liver, heart and spleen, especially, liver functions etc. Each acupoint can acts on multiple organs at the same time. In modern words, Acupuncture can regulate and adjust the level of multiple neurotransmitter and hormones synergistically, resulting in profound effects on nerve system and multiple other organs at the same time. READ MORE
Which is better acupuncture or acupressure?
Acupuncture is far more effective. READ MORE
What pressure point relieves stress?
There are many points that can help to relieve stress such as: DU20, PC6, HT7, LR2, LR3, KI6 etc. READ MORE
Is acupressure good for neck pain?
Yes, the best choice, it is effective and is taking care the root of the problems without side effects. READ MORE
Where is the pressure point for stomach aches?
ST36, LI4, LR3 SP10 READ MORE
Is acupuncture effective for hip bursitis?
Acupuncture will cure hip bursitis if treatment is processed twice a week for several weeks. READ MORE
How long does it take for acupuncture to work for insomnia?
Insomnia is very complicated medical problems. It is also difficulty to treat with acupuncture. The mechanism is very complicated. In Chinese Medicine insomnia is not only related to nerve system but also related to liver, heart, stomach and bladder functions etc. Each acupoint can acts on multiple organs at the same time. In modern words, Acupuncture can regulate and adjust the level of multiple neurotransmitter and hormones synergistically, resulting in profound effects on nerve system and multiple other organs at the same time. Many patients felt difference after several treatments with significant relief of insomnia. READ MORE
How far do acupuncture needles go in?
It depends the location of the point, in hand and foot the needles insert into about 1 or 2 mm. In buttock , the needles can insert about 6 to 8 cm. Acupuncture is almost 100% percent safe in experienced hand. READ MORE
Is acupuncture good for arthritis in the neck?
Yes, the top choice of the treatment since acupuncture is taking care the root of the problems through its healing power with minimal side effects. READ MORE
What does acupuncture do for anxiety?
Acupuncture can cure anxiety in many cases. The mechanism is very complicated. In Chinese Medicine emotion is not only related nerve system but also related to liver, heart and spleen, especially, liver functions etc. Each acupoint can acts on multiple organs at the same time. In modern words, acupuncture can regulate and adjust the level of multiple neurotransmitters synergistically, resulting in profound effects on nerve system and multiple other organs at the same time. Most patients experience significant relief of anxiety with acupuncture management. READ MORE
How long does acupuncture take to work for depression?
Acupuncture can be very helpful for significant relief of anxiety and depression in many cases. The mechanism is very complicated. In Chinese Medicine emotion is not only related nerve system but also related to liver, heart and spleen, especially, liver functions etc. Each acupoint can acts on multiple organs at the same time. In modern words, acupuncture can regulate and adjust the level of multiple neurotransmitters synergistically, resulting in profound effects on nerve system and multiple other organs at the same time. Most patients experience significant relief of anxiety and depression with acupuncture management. A lot of our patients felt relief of their anxiety after the first treatment but preventing relapse requires twice per week for many weeks. READ MORE
Is acupuncture better than chiropractic?
For other medical issues it is hard to tell. But for chronic headache acupuncture is more effective. READ MORE
Can acupuncture regulate metabolism?
Yes, acupuncture can regulate metabolic rate. Many patients experienced weight loss with acupuncture management. The mechanism is very complicated. Each acupoint can acts on multiple organs at the same time. In modern words, acupuncture can regulate and adjust the level of multiple neurotransmitters and hormones synergistically, resulting in profound effects on nerve system and multiple other organs at the same time. Usually, heavy individual can loss about 2 lbs per week with treatment of acupuncture twice per week; about reduction of 6 to 8 lbs per months in the first two months. READ MORE
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