Ms. Michele R. Sumpter C.AC, Acupuncturist
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Ms. Michele R. Sumpter C.AC

Acupuncturist

1553 Bardstown Rd Louisville KY, 40205
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Michele Sumpter is an acupuncturist practicing in Louisville, KY. Dr. Sumpter 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. Sumpter treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.

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  • Can I drink alcohol after acupuncture treatment?

    This question would be better answered by the Acupuncturist treating you. Some back pain issues can be helped or even resolved with the use of some alcohol, particularly wine. But in others healing is delayed or not as good immediate result from treatment. So it truly depends on the underlying cause. Please ask your practitioner about your particular issue to know what's best for you. READ MORE

  • Can an acupuncturist treat depression?

    Acupuncture often leaves you feeling a sense of will being and balance. Additionally, scientifically, it stimulates and helps you release a "feel good" hormone. So it is often used to help folks looking for relief from the symptoms of depression. There are many varieties, consult an Acupuncturist about your particular situation of depression, they can tell you specifically, if and what they can do to help you. I see it often in my practice, and get good results. READ MORE

  • Is acupuncture an effective treatment for pain?

    I see many people in my acupuncture practice for many types of pain and have great results. Pain however is such a general term and without more specifics, I can't say with certainty if acupuncture would be right for you READ MORE

  • What treatment is good for migraines?

    Well, you're asking an Acupuncturist this question... I'm certainly going to recommend acupuncture. :). And I've gotten great results helping folks with this very complaint. READ MORE

  • How long will acupuncture pain relief last?

    Most folks have some immediate relief, and depending on severity of symptoms, a lasting effect is expected. It's not really possible to identify for how long pain relief could last because each individual situation is different. I can say confidently however, that acupuncture is the number one form of health care in China, and folks seek full and lasting effect by using this ancient & seemingly mysterious form of healthcare. MicheleRSumpter.com READ MORE

  • How long does acupuncture take to work for sciatica?

    Well, everyone's situation (or cause &/or response) is different so it can take a good while to resolve. When people are treated in my clinic, I tell them you'll know after your first treatment if this is right for you or not. I then recommend a course (or series) of treatment. If you feel you're not getting the results you had hoped, please communicate this to your practitioner so they may be of the best help to you. You may need a referral out to Ortho or further diagnostic testing to rule out a more serious cause for your sciatic pain, but if you're not communicating your experiences with your Acupuncturist they can't fully help. READ MORE

  • Can acupuncture help toothaches?

    Acupuncturists are often used in dental offices for anesthesia purposes and pain control, so yes, absolutely! However, for best results, you'll want to find an acupuncturist with this specific experience. Michele R. Sumpter READ MORE

  • Should I stop taking blood thinners?

    Glad to hear you're trying acupuncture! Great decision! You may feel ready to consider changing or going off your prescription medications, but do not just stop, please go to your prescribing physicians and ask for their recommendation and do so only under their direction. Best of luck! READ MORE

  • Where is the pressure point for your stomach?

    Actually, the stomach has an entire channel/meridian with 45 points dedicated & named along it because it is very important to consider in the treatment of all digestive disorders. Some of my favorite stomach points for acupuncture are found on the feet! Michele R. Sumpter READ MORE

  • What does acupuncture do for headaches?

    I've been very successful identifying causes and irritants for a wide range of headache complaints ranging from cluster headaches to migraines. Acupuncture is a very effective treatment I've used in many of my cases where headaches were the complaint. Some migraine sufferers even report no further suffering! It's not a quick fix, but is very affordable and with lasting results! READ MORE

  • How many acupoints are there?

    Thank you for your question! In answer to your question, the World Health Organization reports over 2,000 acupoints in use over the years stemming from ancient Chinese, Japanese, and Korean medicine traditions. Today, however, we use around 350 different acupoints, each of which have a distinct use with an expected outcome. Choice is made by a practitioner based on differentiation & diagnosis, location, access, and patient comfort. Michele R. Sumpter, MSAc READ MORE

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Louisville, KY 40205
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