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Tara Foster

Acupuncturist

Dr. Tara Foster is an Acupuncturist practicing in Arcata, CA. Dr. Foster evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of Traditional Asian Medicine. Acupuncturists complete their evaluations by getting a patient history, observing the body, and taking pulses. Then, they place very fine acupuncture needles into specific points on the body. Stimulating these points is how Dr. Foster treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can relieve physical pain as well as emotional stress. Acupuncture can help relieve symptoms of many different ailments and is also excellent preventative medicine 
6 years Experience
Tara Foster
  • Arcata, CA
  • ACTCM - San Francisco
  • Accepting new patients

Is acupuncture in the neck safe?

yes. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

Does acupuncture improve egg quality?

this question is complex. Acupuncture can help with vitality and improve your fertility. The eggs we have in our bodies are the some ones we have from birth.

How many sessions of acupuncture do you need for neck pain?

It depends, sometimes it goes away after 1 treatment sometimes you need many

Can acupuncture help panic attacks?

yes. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

Can acupuncture help get rid of belly fat?

Acupuncture can help with weight loss but it needs to be done in conjunction with lifestyle and dietary changes

What should you not do before acupuncture?

take drugs or drink alcohol

How many sessions of acupuncture do I need?

It depends. sometimes 1 session will work, sometimes you need many

Does acupuncture help vertigo?

yes, I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

Can acupuncture cure food allergies?

there is a treatment called NAET that helps with food allergies. Find someone trained in it and they can help you

Can acupuncture ease sinus problems?

yes. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

Can acupuncture heal nerves?

it depends. Acupuncture can be very beneficial for nerve health as well as herbal therapy

How effective is acupuncture for depression?

Acupuncture and herbal medicine can be very helpful for depression

Does acupuncture help with high blood pressure?

Acupuncture and herbal medicine can be very helpful for cardiac health

Can acupuncture help with allergies?

yes. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

How long is acupuncture for fatigue?

which chronic conditions you will need many sessions. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

Can arthritis knee pain be treated with acupuncture?

yes. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

What are the acupressure points for headaches?

there are many points for headaches. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.