What Can Acupuncture Help You With?
Acupuncture can help give you long-lasting results:
- Relief from neck, shoulder, back, knee and ankle pain
- Expedite recovery from sore muscle or sprains
- Alleviate headaches and migraines
- Boost energy, improve sleep and sharpen mental clarity.
- Mood, depression, anxiety, and stress
- Reduce chemotherapy symptoms
- Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Digestive issues
- Regulate menstrual cycle
- Allergies
- And many more ailments!
At our clinic, we use adjunct therapies to augment the effectiveness of our acupuncture therapy:
- Trigger & Motor Point Therapy
- Electro-acupuncture
- Cupping Therapy
- Gua Sha
“Acupuncture can provide you a competitive edge, leading to improved performance and creating a stronger, faster and more agile you!”
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Meet Us
Dr. Van Dinh, Dipl. Ac., D.Ac.
Dr. Van Dinh is a licensed acupuncturist in South Jersey. Van received his Doctorate Degree of Acupuncture from the Won Institute of Graduate Studies in Warminster, PA. Van also studied abroad at the Wonkwang University for Traditional Korean Medicine in Iksan, Korea where he received a certificate of completion in the Korean Medicine Field Study. Van had the opportunity to treat many patients at the clinic with various ailments from physical to emotional with great success. Van is an adjunct at the Won Institute, where he is a clinic supervisor for the students. Prior to Traditional Chinese Medicine; Van received his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Temple University which helped him understand the biomechanics of the human body.
Van’s fascination with the human body came at an early age from playing sports during his childhood. Van grew up in Cherry Hill, NJ and played football for Cherry Hill West High School. Van experienced many injuries throughout the years which led him to the wonders of acupuncture. In his free time; Van enjoys hiking, kayaking, biking, running, tennis, basketball, snowboarding, and just about anything that has to do with the outdoors.
Ann Marie Paradis, Dipl. Ac., L. Ac.
Ann Marie Paradis, Dipl. Ac., L. Ac. is a licensed acupuncturist in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. She is nationally board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Ann Marie has always had a strong interest in anatomy and physiology and earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biological Anthropology from Temple University. She received her Master of Acupuncture Studies degree, as well as a certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine, from the Won Institute of Graduate Studies in Glenside, PA. Ann Marie also participated in the Korean Medicine Field Study program at Wonkwang University in Iksan, South Korea.
Primarily practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) integrated with American Physical Acupuncture, Ann Marie enjoys treating a wide range of conditions. Her special interests include myofascial (sports) treatments, trigger point/motor point therapy, pain management and women’s health. In addition to acupuncture, Ann Marie uses ancillary techniques such as cupping, gua sha, tuina, electro-stimulation and nutritional supplements in order to meet the individual needs of her patients.
Ann Marie currently resides in Philadelphia with her family. When she isn’t practicing acupuncture, Ann Marie enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, cooking and traveling.
Michelle Vadino, DAc, LMT
Michelle Vadino, DAc, LMT is a licensed Acupuncturist who earned her Doctorate Degree from the Won Institute of Graduate Studies in Warminster, PA. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Rowan University, spent some time as a certified Yoga Teacher, and practiced as a Licensed Massage Therapist for 14 years alongside several professionals including Medical Doctors, Acupuncturists, Chiropractors, and Physical Therapists. She traveled to Thailand and Peru to learn different approaches to the healing arts, such as meditation, breath-work and movement. Michelle’s multi-dimensional education and training, contributes to her dynamic approach in rehabilitation and working towards her patient’s goal of health and well-being.
Michelle believes each body requires a specific protocol in order to function properly and restore itself back to balance. By creating a safe, professional, and trusting environment in which her patients can talk about their physical issues and personal goals, she can utilize the many facets of bodywork and Acupuncture to accomplish a true holistic treatment.
In her free time Michelle enjoys time with her dogs, gardening, listening to records, and exploring new landscapes. She is often found researching homesteads and ways to return to a simpler way of living. Her current goals are to make her own bread from scratch, restore some old family traditions, and maybe get a couple chickens by the end of the year!
Dr. Chaliyah Penick, Dipl. Ac., D.Ac.
Dr. Penick is a board certified, NJ state licensed acupuncturist, and holds a doctorate degree from Won Institute of Graduate Studies. Prior to studying East Asian medicine, she studied sociology at both Rowan University and the University of Westminster in London, England before going on to graduate with honor from Rowan University. Prior to enrolling in acupuncture school, Dr. Penick worked hands-on with preschool students in the classroom setting. Despite loving her position working with toddlers (the little people), Dr. Penick wanted to fulfill her life's purpose of helping people to discover the healing benefits of natural and holistic lifestyle choices. She was motivated to help people understand the medicinal benefit of balanced and proper food selection, as well as getting in tune with the innate intelligence of the human body to prevent and heal illness.
Since 2017, Dr. Penick has been active in administering acupuncture to the community by providing detox treatments to recovering addicts using the NADA protocol, and treating homeless United States veterans by participating in the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) annual Stand Down, a 3 day event providing supplies and services to homeless veterans.
Dr. Penick uses a multidisciplinary approach to treating her patients; choosing from various modalities with the goal of providing the best care for the individual. Although Dr. Penick treats a wide variety of pathologies, she has a special interest in pain management and scalp acupuncture for neurological disorders.
Apart from acupuncture, Dr. Penick enjoys listening to music, running, hiking, traveling, yin yoga, HIIT, and weight training. When not working with patients, Dr. Penick can be found spending time with her husband and two sons.
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Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been used for over 3000 years old with great effectiveness. Acupuncture stimulates certain points in the body in order to promote blood flow and free flow of qi for the body to heal. Endorphins are then released to calm the nervous system and release tension that we carry from our everyday stress.
Electroacupuncture
An electric-stim machine that connects alligator clips onto the acupuncture needles in order to create more stimulation. We use this very frequently in the clinic to expedite the recovery period.
Cupping therapy
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of medicine in which promotes blood flow to the surface of the muscles, reduce pain, increase range of motion, and is a type of deep-tissue massage.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involves the burning of mugwort, a small, spongy herb, to facilitate healing. The purpose of moxibustion, as with most forms of traditional Chinese medicine, is to strengthen the blood, stimulate the flow of qi, and maintain general health.
Qua Sha
Also known as graston technique. Qua Sha breaks down scar tissue and promote blood flow to the surface. It is often used to increase the immune system during a cold. Qua sha induces sweating causing you to really sweat the cold out of your system. It is also used for any tight muscles that needs to be released.
Nutritional Therapy
After a thorough intake, we determine what is your constitution based on tongue and pulse diagnosis. Once we determine your constitution then we will recommend the types of food that is good specifically for you and what foods to avoid.
Sports Recovery Lab
AcuVanture works in collaboration with Sports Recovery Lab and their services. Services that are offered are chiropractic, cryotherapy, compression therapy, and personal training. For more information click here.
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FAQ
Does it hurt?
The needles are hair thin and some areas on the body are more sensitive than others. The most you will feel is a slight pinch upon insertion. The sensation you might feel are lightness, dullness, heaviness, but no pain. The anticipation of the needles is worse than the needle actually going in.
How many treatments do I need?
It depends on the issue. Acute problems will need less treatments than chronic. Internal issues will need more treatments than external/physical. Typically about 5 treatments until we can reassess if more treatments are needed.
When will I start to notice a difference?
Immediately or about 24-48 hours. Some issues will take 2-3 treatments.
How long are the sessions?
Initial visits are about 70 mins long and follow-ups are an hour long.
What is the cost?
We accept insurance - please call to verify. For out-of pocket, initial visits are $110 and follow-ups are $90.
What forms do I need to complete before my treatment?
All patients are asked to complete the AcuVanture new patient intake form, which is available here.
How do I cancel an appointment?
Please call or email us as soon as you know you must cancel, preferably at least 24 hours before your appointment. If you miss a scheduled appointment without notifying our office, you will be charged the regular visit fee.
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