Welcome to the Acupuncture Practice of Deborah Earley, serving Washington, DC, Silver Spring, MD and Takoma Park, MD.

By choosing acupuncture, you have taken a great step toward achieving a more balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Acupuncture is the oldest continuously practiced medical system in the world and is used by 60 percent of the world's population as a primary health care system. Because of its relatively low cost and its noninvasive nature, acupuncture has become a highly popular form of complementary health care in the United States. Acupuncture is a
safe, effective and drug-free therapy that can help address a wide variety of common ailments and problems. As an alternative therapy, acupuncture takes into account the marvelous complexity of each person and treats the body, mind and spirit as a total, unified, holistic being. Acupuncture works preventatively and curatively, supporting our body’s own healing abilities.

Many people come to my practice seeking to heal a chronic illness or a physical injury. Others are looking for assistance in coping with mental health concerns, such as stress, depression, or anxiety. Still others yearn for a greater sense of meaning and spiritual connection. Whatever brings you here, my hope is that acupuncture will instill a renewed sense of harmony and balance in your life. My goal is to work in partnership with you as you experience new pathways to health and new possibilities for life.

Interesting Facts about Acupuncture:
Did You Know?

•	Acupuncture is one of many forms of Chinese medicine. More people probably have been treated by Chinese medicine throughout history than by any other formalized system of medical care.
•	Acupuncture has been practiced in the United States for only about 30 years, as a result of the United States opening diplomatic relations with China in 1972. By contrast, acupuncture has been practiced in England for over 400 years and in France for over 900 years. Most people have learned about acupuncture either through someone who has personally benefited from treatment or through recent media attention.

Patients committed to a healthy lifestyle who receive ongoing acupuncture treatment for maintenance and health promotion often experience:

•	Being sick less often and recovering more quickly;
•	Experiencing an improvement of vitality and stamina;
•	Being able to take care of their own health more effectively;
•	More harmonious relationships with others;
•	A reduction in long-term health care costs.
•	A recent survey of people who receive acupuncture, conducted by Claire Cassidy, Ph.D., indicates that clients see their physicians less frequently and use fewer medications. In addition, over two thirds of those surveyed reported having avoided recommended surgery. To learn more or to schedule an appointment please call Deborah at: 240-603-7272 or visit Wellness From Within