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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 acupuncture help with speech issues?

Sometimes acupuncture can be very helpful for these types of conditions. It is worth a try, I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with READ MORE
Sometimes acupuncture can be very helpful for these types of conditions. It is worth a try, I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

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

It depends. Some people have relief after 1-5 session and sometimes it takes many more.

Is acupuncture effective for a sprained knee?

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

Is acupuncture good for shoulder pain?

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

Is acupuncture good for vomiting?

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

What is the acupressure point to relieve leg cramps?

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

How does acupuncture increase blood flow?

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

How long does it take to fix a bulging disc?

I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief. It may take many sessions, also it might not be "curable"

Is acupuncture good for swollen knees?

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

Can acupuncture help weak leg muscles?

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

Can acupuncture help high blood pressure?

Acupuncture and herbal medicine can help regulate blood pressure as well as dietary and lifestyle changes.

How many acupuncture visits should I have per month?

It depends on what is going on. You can come in everyday if you would like.

Is acupuncture good for your lungs?

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

Can acupuncture help respiratory problems?

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

Does acupuncture help with blood circulation?

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

Can acupuncture lower creatinine?

this is a complex issue and I need more information to give you an answer. I encourage you to book a session with your practitioner of choice to get help with relief.

Can acupuncture help bloating?

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

Is acupuncture effective for carpal tunnel?

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

Can acupuncture help with blocked arteries?

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

Is acupuncture effective for chronic pain?

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