Christi De Larco, Acupuncturist/Pain Relief Expert

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Christi De Larco, Acupuncturist/Pain Relief Expert

Helping you overcome pain & anxiety so you can live life the way you want.

07/07/2026

Knee pain from arthritis doesn't have to be something you put up with for the rest of your life.

At Piedmont Acupuncture Healthcare, we see people who come into our Durham clinic skeptical, and soon find themselves walking through their day without giving their knees a second thought.

Our blend of treatments reduces inflammation,
calms overactive pain signals,
and slows or even stops the destruction of cartilage in your joints.
All so you move through your days with less suffering.

You've earned a life that doesn't revolve around your knees. We'd love to help you get there.

📍 18 W Colony Pl, Durham 27705 | ☎ (919) 813-0103 | PiedmontAcuHC.com/chronic-pain

07/04/2026

Dehydration and pain have a closer relationship than most people realize.
When you're low on fluids, your pain threshold drops — and even a single day of mild dehydration can heighten your sensitivity to pain. Here's why:
🔥 Inflammation increases
⚡ Nerve conduction is disrupted
🤕 Muscles are more prone to spasms and cramps

The fix is simpler than you might think: sip fluids consistently throughout the day — about 4–8 oz per hour. Warm drinks are absorbed more easily, and steady hydration (rather than gulping a large amount at once) makes the biggest difference.

Small habit. Real impact on your pain levels.

📍 18 W Colony Pl, Durham 27705
📞 (919) 813-0103
🔗 PiedmontAcuHC.com

07/03/2026

Living with chronic pain? Anxiety often appears hand in hand, and that's not a coincidence.

Research shows that chronic pain and anxiety share overlapping pathways in the brain and nervous system. Each is able to magnify the other, creating a cycle that's exhausting to live inside.

If you're dealing with both, you're not weak, you're not imagining it, and you're far from alone. Approximately 12 million people in the US struggle with chronic pain and anxiety.

Let us assist you in breaking the cycle. To learn more:
🔗 PiedmontAcuHC.com
📍 18 W Colony Pl, Durham 27705
📞 (919) 813-0103

07/01/2026

Summer in the NC Piedmont has arrived — and if your rheumatoid arthritis is flaring, the heat and humidity may be why.

While many people associate arthritis pain with cold weather, RA is an inflammatory condition — and heat and humidity can drive inflammation higher, even after brief exposure. It gets worse when:
💦 Humidity climbs
☀️ Sun intensity peaks
🛑 Air stops moving

A few things that help: stay in the A/C, apply cold packs to painful joints for 10–15 minutes, and consider pool-based exercise to stay cool while taking pressure off your joints.

If you're struggling, were here to help. Reach out and let's start a conversation.

📍 18 W Colony Pl, Durham 27705
📞 (919) 813-0103
🔗 PiedmontAcuHC.com

06/22/2026

Now that summer has arrived in full swing…
Are you longing to wear some strappy sandals?
Are you remembering how nice it was to be pampered with a pretty pedicure?

If you’ve been missing out because neuropathy has made that pedicure too painful, let us help you get ready for your next sandal season.

Our treatments alleviate pain, increase circulation, reduce inflammation and create the conditions to help your body repair peripheral nerve damage.

To learn more, visit our website at www.PiedmontAcuHC.com/peripheral-neuropathy or give us a call at (919) 813-0103

06/20/2026

Stop living with chronic pain

You’ve been told to “just live with it,”
it’s time for a new approach.
We do what regular doctors often don’t,
we take the time to listen, and
create an unforgettable experience
to help you get back to you.

This isn’t about masking the pain,
it’s about real solutions that get you thriving again.

Take the first step with a complimentary consultation.
Don’t wait to reclaim your life.

18 W Colony Pl, Suite 120, Durham NC 27705
(919) 813-0103
www.PiedmontAcuHC.com

06/18/2026

I didn't think anything could touch this arthritis pain.
I've had it so long and have tried everything.
A friend suggested Piedmont Acupuncture Healthcare in Durham and
I was skeptical, but I was desperate too.

That was four months ago. I garden again now.

If arthritis pain is limiting your life, we can help.
Visit PiedmontAcuHC.com/chronic-pain
or give us a call at (919) 813-0103.

06/17/2026

💜Could your symptoms be fibromyalgia? 😶‍🌫️

Does your brain seem to operate in slow-mo?
Are you having memory lapses that make you feel much older than your actual age?

If you’ve been feeling “off”
and you know there’s something wrong
but you just can’t find the answers,
your answer could be fibromyalgia.

To learn more, visit us online or give us a call
(919) 813-0103
www.PiedmontAcuHC.com/fibromyalgia

06/15/2026

You waited 9 months for this exciting new chapter,
don’t spend it wincing every time you nurse, rock, or pick up your baby.

If chronic neck pain is making new parenthood harder than it already is,
you don’t have to push through it.

At Piedmont Acupuncture Healthcare in Durham, NC,
we specialize in treating chronic pain.

We help reduce your pain, improve function and release muscle tension
because when you’re feeling better
you can focus on loving your baby,
not managing discomfort.

Check out our website to learn more about our natural, holistic treatments.

18 W Colony Pl, Suite 120, Durham NC 27705
(919) 813-0103
www.PiedmontAcuHC.com

06/13/2026

Everyone wants to be comfortable.
When we’re not, we want healing to be fast and linear.
We want every day to feel better than yesterday.

Unfortunately, long-standing chronic conditions seldom have quick fixes.

But at Piedmont Acupuncture Healthcare in Durham NC,
we use a personalized combination of treatments that significantly
improve chronic conditions like neuropathy, fibromyalgia,
autoimmune conditions, stubborn arthritis pain and more.

If you’ve been trying to solve your health issues,
our personalized care might be the answer for you.
Let us help you plan your next step.

18 W Colony Pl, Suite 120, Durham NC 27705
(919) 813-0103
PiedmontAcuHC.com/chronic-pain

Address

18 W Colony Place, Suite 120
Durham, NC
27705

Telephone

+19198130103

Website

http://www.acupunctureindurham.com/, http://www.PiedmontAcuHC.com/

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