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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

Can you help with neck stiffness?

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

What treatment is good for leg nerve pain?

Acupuncture can help with nerve pain. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

What can I do with chronic shoulder pain?

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

Can acupuncture cause blood infection?

it is extremely rare to get sepsis from acupuncture. I don't think that there are any recorded cases in the United States at all in the past 50 years. Acupuncture can help with READ MORE
it is extremely rare to get sepsis from acupuncture. I don't think that there are any recorded cases in the United States at all in the past 50 years.

Acupuncture can help with your neck pain, I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

Can acupuncture help with asthma?

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

What does acupuncture do for chronic sinusitis?

acupuncture and herbs can relieve this condition. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

What treatment is good for middle back pain?

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

Can you help with ear ringing?

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

Does Chinese acupuncture raise collagen levels?

I do not practice master tung acupuncture. I practice traditional Chinese Medicine. Acupuncture and herbs can be helpful and help with collagen production. Also, you can get high-quality READ MORE
I do not practice master tung acupuncture. I practice traditional Chinese Medicine. Acupuncture and herbs can be helpful and help with collagen production. Also, you can get high-quality collagen supplements at most health food stores. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

Relief from sciatica?

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

Treating chronic muscle pain?

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

Does acupuncture relieve blood pressure?

Acupuncture and herbs can help with cardiac health. Also, lifestyle and dietary changes can help regulate blood pressure.

Can you have acupuncture for fatigue?

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

Is acupuncture safe for 12 years old?

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

Is acupuncture safe for treating headaches?

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

Does acupuncture help with vomiting?

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

How long does it take for acupuncture to work for ankle pain?

sometimes the pain goes away after 1 treatment. sometimes you need more.

Is acupuncture safe for migraine headaches?

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

Is acupuncture safe for diabetic patients?

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

Can acupuncture help ear pain?

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