Sheila Calhoun, LAc
Acupuncturist
106 W Rosetta Ave Foley AL, 36535About
Sheila Calhoun is an acupuncturist practicing in Foley, AL. Dr. Calhoun 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. Calhoun 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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Does acupuncture cause itching?
Acupuncture itself does not cause itching. Some people have allergies to metals which is a disorder of the immune system. This type of allergy is uncommon because we use stainless steel single use needles for acupuncture. Stainless steel is a less common allergen but it is possible for someone to be allergic to it. READ MORE
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