The Experience

Acupuncture needles are about the diameter of a hair strand and are very flexible and thin. Some people report not feeling the needles since they are so thin, while others report some needle sensations as feeling similar to that of an ant bite. You may also feel the sensation of qi (life force energy) as a warm or tingly sensation in the body. Some people may also feel a heavy sensation.

What you'll need:

• Your legal first and last name

• Phone number 

• Email

• A completed and signed intake form must be completed before your treatment

• A valid credit card on file 

How you'll prepare:

• Before your initial treatment, please complete your required intake form at Andrewhuey.Janeapp.com. 

• Make sure to eat a light meal at least 30 minutes before your appointment (refrain from heavy greasy foods, alcohol, and caffeine at least 2 hours before). 

• Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment. Arrive in or bring loose comfortable clothing to change into. 

• Lastly, please refrain from scraping and/or brushing your tongue (we use this for diagnostics).   

Initial appointments will last 60 - 75 minutes for the entire consultation and treatment, and follow-ups will last 35-50 minutes. 

• We require a 24-hour notice for appointment changes and/or cancellations.

• No-shows, late cancellations, and late arrivals will greatly impact other patients and may result in another patient missing their opportunity for treatment and care. As a result, a 24-hour notice is required for all cancellations or appointment changes. 

• **Those providing less than 24 hours notice will be charged a $50.00 cancellation fee.

• **No-shows and no notice will result in an $80.00 cancellation fee.  

• Yes, you need to create an account (if you currently don't have one). 

• You can check out our availability and book your appointments here: andrewhuey.janeapp.com

• If you think you may run late please call or text us as soon as possible at (917)-512-6498 to notify us. We will do our best to accommodate you.

• Please note: if you are running more than 15 minutes late your appointment may be subjected to cancellation. If availability permits then you may be rescheduled to a later appointment that same day. Same-day cancellations may be subject to a $50 cancellation fee, while same-day rescheduled appointments are not. 

• Please note: same-day reschedules are only valid if availability permits, otherwise it will count as a same-day cancellation. It is important to plan accordingly (especially during rush hour) and arrive at least 10 minutes early to ensure you are on time. 

• Late arrivals will impact the following patients so we will have limited or no availability to accommodate for more than 15 minutes passed your scheduled appointment time. If we are able to accommodate you then you may also be asked to wait while we help the next patient at their scheduled time slot. Late arrivals within 15 minutes may also be asked to wait if the following patient arrives at their scheduled time. 

We do not accept insurance directly. However, we provide superbills for patients, which can be submitted to their insurance providers for potential reimbursement.

The number of treatments depends on the condition being addressed, its severity, and your body’s response to acupuncture. Acute conditions may require fewer sessions, while chronic issues might need ongoing care.

Chinese medicine works to treat the root of your problems so it requires consistency to be the most effective.

Yes, acupuncture is safe when performed by a licensed professional or under the direct supervision of one. We use sterile, single-use needles and adhere to strict hygiene standards.

Chinese Medical school is a rigorous 3-4 year graduate level program that requires a minimum of 4,050 total completed hours. Students must see at least 250-350 patients in their 2nd-4th years and have at least 650 hours of clinical supervision. 

The curriculum includes both Western and Eastern medicine and requires students to pass two rounds of comprehensive exams in years 2 and 3 which consist of Biomedical Science, Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, Law, and Safety, Herbs (for herbal students), and a series of practicals. 

Students are also required to demonstrate and pass all clean needle technique examinations and multiple board examinations to be licensed and to practice in the state of New York.  

Doctoral programs in Chinese Medicine require an additional 1-2 years. The total timeframe of schooling is about 7-10 years (includes a bachelor's degree).

Let's first look at the heart, this is where the "Shen" (spirit) resides. The heart is referred to as the "emperor" in Chinese medicine for good reason! As the first to develop, the heart is the most magnetic and the most powerful organ in the human body! It contains a magnetic field that is 5,000 times stronger than that of the human brain. As the emperor, the heart provides the rhythmic synchronicity for every organ within the body. When we think of it, all organs respond to the heart's emotional state, blood pressure, respiration, rate, and more. 

The heart thereby provides an orchestrated energy field that synchronizes and directs the physiological effects of the entire body. These electromagnetic emissions may also translate into acupuncture point meridians (energy channels) in which sterile metal needles are inserted to manipulate and move their energy fields. This is why acupuncture is so effective in the promotion of blood circulation and reduction of stagnation throughout the body. Stimulated acupuncture points have also been shown in studies to restore cell receptivity to the heart's electromagnetic signals. This demonstrates how highly effective acupuncture can be at treating root causes at even the smallest cellular level.

When it comes to the nervous system, acupuncture can help to modulate the activity between our sympathetic (rest and digest) and sympathetic (fight or flight) nervous systems. When inserted, a metal needle stimulates the surrounding sensory nerves which then sends a signal to the brain. This signal then activates a response and releases a number of hormones such as norepinephrine, endorphins, oxytocin, and enkephalins into the body.  

There are many schools, styles, and forms of Chinese medicine. The term "Chinese medicine" provides an umbrella term for the vast styles that have been and are currently being practiced today. Traditional Chinese medicine also known as "TCM" is the younger form of Chinese medicine and is most commonly practiced today. After WWII, the People's Republic of China was founded and a period of integration occurred, one being a "Western-Chinese integration", which established present-day TCM. 

TCM is integrated under Marxist ideology which removed much of the spiritual components of Classical Chinese medicine. It is based on 12 meridians (energy channels) and on pragmatist philosophy (more practical and science-based). It utilizes a more analytical approach and treats the body as an independent source. 

Classical Chinese Medicine "CCM", maybe the oldest form of Chinese medicine and was utilized in China thousands of years before the formation of the People's Republic of China. Originally, this medicine was passed down through generations and holds the naturalist philosophy that is based on the science and principles of Daoism and Confucianism. Instead of an analytical approach, CCM utilizes an alchemy (synthetic) approach to explore the complexities of nature alongside the human body. 

CCM practitioners view the body as a microscosm of the universe and thereby treat it according to universal law (seasons, planet conjunctions, and more). CCM utilizes over 62 meridians and similar to the goal of TCM, works to optimize one's homeostasis and overall health. CCM, however, also focuses on one's spiritual pains and works to alleviate those imbalances.