AboutHeather Vandeburg Expertise I can answer any questions about Acupuncture, Chinese Herbals, Tuina (Chinese massage, Cupping, and Gua Sha. I can answer questions about Qi, Meridians, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory. I can answer how these different modalities can benefit different conditions.
Experience I have a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practice in DeKalb IL. I have been practicing TCM since 2002. I have given many lectures and classes on the subject of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Acupuncture, Women’s Health, Nutrition and Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation. This Includes speaking at an International Conference for the United Leukodystrophy Foundation.
Organizations AAOM, NCCAOM, CCAOM, ILAAOM
Publications Women Today, ILAAOM website,
Education/Credentials Master degree in Oriental Medicine, Bachelor degree in Nutrition, Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences. I am lisensed and board certified in Acupuncture. I did an advanced internship at Guang Zhou University in Guang Zhou China.
Awards and Honors I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Midwest College of Oriental Medicine
Question if acupuncture needles are left in for too long are there any dangers?? i had a session and my acupunctureist forgot about me and went home.. the needlesstayed in my head and feet for over an hour and a half. I'm just curious what the effectsa are if any i feel fine.
Answer Hi Monique,
Long Acupuncture treatments can be very therapeutic. The longest treatment I have heard of is 3 hours. It is not dangerous to leave needles in long periods. Some people have tiny needles on pieces of tape that they wear for weeks at a time. Acupuncture is self regulating. Which means even if you were needled inappropriately you body would adjust easily. I don't think you have anything to worry about.
