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Confluence Acupuncture provides individuals with relief from pain and chronic health conditions.

10/27/2026

🍂 Does it feel like everyone starts getting sick when the weather turns colder?

As temperatures drop and the seasons change, colds and respiratory infections become more common. Spending more time indoors, closer contact with others, and changes in humidity can all influence how respiratory viruses spread.

At Confluence Acupuncture, we take an individualized approach to seasonal wellness, using acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine as complementary ways to support comfort and overall wellbeing.

How acupuncture may help:
🌿 May help ease certain cold-related symptoms
🌿 Can support relaxation and rest
🌿 May help improve overall comfort during recovery

📖 Reference: Kawakita et al. (2004)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15649831/

✨ A little extra care as the seasons change.

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09/30/2026

🦶 Does your heel hurt the moment you take your first steps in the morning?

Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain. Symptoms are often especially noticeable after getting out of bed or standing up after a period of rest.
At Confluence Acupuncture, we focus on relieving pain and tension around the affected area while supporting more comfortable movement.

How acupuncture may help:
🌿 May reduce heel pain
🌿 Can help ease local tension
🌿 May support more comfortable walking
🌿 Can improve everyday mobility

📊 Clinical research suggests acupuncture may help reduce pain associated with plantar fasciitis, although more rigorous research is needed to determine its longer-term effectiveness.

📖 Research:
PubMed – Acupuncture and plantar fasciitis research

✨ Because every step should feel a little easier.

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09/23/2026

🌸 Does your period affect more than just a few days of your month?

Cramping, pelvic discomfort, and other menstrual symptoms can make it harder to work, exercise, sleep, and simply get through your day comfortably.

Acupuncture is a non-pharmacological approach that is being studied for menstrual pain.

At Confluence Acupuncture, every treatment is tailored to your symptoms, your cycle, and your overall wellbeing.

Acupuncture may help to:
🌿 Reduce menstrual pain
🌿 Ease cramping and discomfort
🌿 Support a more comfortable cycle
🌿 Promote relaxation and overall wellbeing

📊 Research into acupuncture for primary dysmenorrhea suggests it may help reduce menstrual pain.

📖 Research: PubMed – Acupuncture and primary dysmenorrhea

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09/16/2026

🦶 Tingling, burning, or numbness in your hands or feet?

Peripheral neuropathy occurs when nerves outside the brain and spinal cord become damaged or irritated. This can lead to numbness, tingling, burning sensations, or pain that may interfere with walking, sleeping, and everyday activities.

At Confluence Acupuncture, we take an individualized approach focused on symptom relief, circulation, and supporting healthy nerve function.

How acupuncture may help:
🌿 May reduce neuropathic pain
🌿 Can help ease tingling and numbness
🌿 May support local circulation
🌿 Can improve overall comfort and function

📊 Research suggests acupuncture may help reduce symptoms associated with peripheral neuropathy, including pain and sensory discomfort. However, results vary depending on the underlying cause and more high-quality research is still needed.

📖 Reference:
PubMed – Acupuncture for peripheral neuropathy

✨ Supporting greater comfort and confidence in everyday movement.
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https://www.confluenceacupuncture.com/contact

09/02/2026

We have two new fall classes starting this month at Confluence - QIGONG on Saturday Mornings and FU HU GONG on Tuesday Evenings! For more info check out the events page on our website!
www.confluenceacupuncture.com/events

08/21/2026

🧠 Finding it hard to focus, remember things, or think clearly?

Brain fog isn't a medical diagnosis, but it can be a frustrating symptom linked to stress, poor sleep, chronic illness, or nervous system imbalance. Many people describe it as feeling mentally "slowed down."

At Confluence Acupuncture, we take an individualized approach that supports nervous system regulation and overall wellbeing, helping your body create the conditions for better mental clarity.

How acupuncture may help:
🌿 May improve mental clarity
🌿 Can support concentration
🌿 May reduce stress-related fatigue
🌿 Can promote nervous system balance

📊 Emerging research suggests acupuncture may improve cognitive function and reduce fatigue by influencing neuroinflammatory pathways and autonomic nervous system activity, although more high-quality studies are needed.

📖 Reference:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35690192/

✨ Supporting a clearer mind and a more balanced body.

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08/14/2026

⚡ Pain shooting from your lower back down your leg?

Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated or compressed, often causing pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness that travels through the hip and leg.

At Confluence Acupuncture, treatment focuses on reducing nerve irritation, easing muscle tension, and supporting the body's natural recovery.

How acupuncture may help:
🌿 May reduce sciatic pain
🌿 Can ease muscle tightness
🌿 May improve mobility
🌿 Can support nerve function

📊 Clinical studies suggest acupuncture may reduce pain and improve function in people with sciatica, although treatment should always be tailored to the underlying cause.

📖 Reference:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30394803/
✨ Helping you move more freely, one step at a time.

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08/07/2026

🦵 Summer is here... but knee pain can make it hard to enjoy it.

Long walks, days at the beach, exploring new places, gardening, or simply spending more time outdoors. Summer is meant to be enjoyed, not limited by knee pain.
If your knees hurt when walking, climbing stairs, or getting up from a chair, you're not alone.

Knee pain is often caused by wear and tear, inflammation, or overloading of the joint. Over time, even simple daily activities can become uncomfortable.

At Confluence Acupuncture, we focus on reducing pain and supporting healthy joint function, helping you stay active and enjoy the season with greater comfort.

How acupuncture may help:
🌿 May reduce knee pain
🌿 Can improve joint mobility
🌿 May decrease stiffness
🌿 Can support daily movement

📊 Recent systematic reviews suggest acupuncture may provide lasting improvements in pain and physical function for people with knee osteoarthritis, particularly when used alongside conventional care.

📖 Reference:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38635021/

✨ Don't let knee pain keep you indoors this summer.

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07/28/2026

🌿 Feeling bloated or uncomfortable after eating?

Digestive symptoms such as bloating, abdominal discomfort, and irregular bowel habits can be influenced by stress, nervous system activity, and gut motility.

At Confluence Acupuncture, we support digestive function through an integrative approach that focuses on restoring balance within the gut-brain axis.

How acupuncture may help:
🌿 May reduce bloating
🌿 Can improve digestive comfort
🌿 May regulate gut motility
🌿 Can support healthy bowel function

📊 Clinical research suggests acupuncture may improve symptoms in functional gastrointestinal disorders by influencing gut motility and nervous system regulation.

📖 Reference:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32516190/
✨ Supporting healthier digestion, naturally.

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07/15/2026

😣 Jaw pain, clicking, or tension every time you chew?

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders often involve muscle tightness, inflammation, and irritation around the jaw joint. Symptoms may include headaches, facial pain, and difficulty opening the mouth comfortably.

At Confluence Acupuncture, treatment focuses on reducing muscle tension and supporting healthy joint function.

How acupuncture may help:
🌿 May reduce jaw pain
🌿 Can relieve muscle tension
🌿 May improve jaw movement
🌿 Can decrease headache frequency

📊 Research suggests acupuncture may improve pain intensity and jaw function in people with temporomandibular disorders.

📖 Reference:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31426726/

✨ Helping you move, eat, and smile with greater comfort.

Book your free phone consultation:
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Address

20 Technology Drive
Brattleboro, VT
05301

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 3pm
Tuesday	12pm - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 3pm
Thursday	10am - 3pm
Friday	10am - 3pm

Website

https://www.confluenceacupuncture.com/freephonecall

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