Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Acupuncture Clinic in Glendale, AZ
At Shelton Acupuncture Clinic, we believe in the power of personalized, holistic care to restore the body's natural healing processes. With over 35 years of dedicated practice, Susan Shelton, L.Ac., has built a reputation for thorough, compassionate treatment that addresses both physical and emotional well-being. Our approach combines traditional acupuncture techniques with modern understanding of the body's energy systems, focusing on balancing Qi to promote optimal health. We serve patients from Glendale, Arizona, and surrounding areas, offering tailored sessions that prioritize patient education and long-term wellness. Susan's unique background as a second-generation healthcare provider and competitive dancer informs her expertise in treating both chronic conditions and sports-related injuries.Our clinic emphasizes quality time with patients, ensuring each individual receives comprehensive care that addresses their specific needs. We maintain strong relationships with traditional medical practitioners, fostering a collaborative approach to patient health. Through decades of practice and continuous learning from global acupuncture masters, we deliver evidence-based treatments that align with both Eastern and Western health philosophies. Our commitment to excellence has earned us referrals from satisfied patients across multiple generations and professions. We strive to make acupuncture accessible and effective for everyone seeking natural, sustainable health solutions.
Services
Acupuncture
Nutritional Counseling
Pain Management
Stress Relief
Sports Injury Treatment
Hormonal Balance
Digestive Health
Emotional Wellness
Meridian Therapy
Qi Regulation
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized acupuncture experience
- Our treatments combine traditional Chinese medicine with modern techniques
- We provide personalized, hour-long sessions for comprehensive care
- Our practitioner holds advanced training from global acupuncture masters
- We successfully treat complex conditions like chronic pain and anxiety
What people say
Remarkable results
Compassionate care
Thorough consultations
Life-changing treatments
Expertise in acupuncture
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use ultra-fine needles to stimulate specific meridian points, promoting natural healing and pain relief. This ancient practice helps restore Qi flow, addressing both symptoms and root causes of various health conditions through personalized point selection.
Nutritional Counseling
We provide customized nutritional advice to complement acupuncture treatments, focusing on whole foods and natural supplements. Our approach addresses dietary factors affecting energy levels, hormonal balance, and overall wellness through evidence-based recommendations.
Pain Management
Specialized treatment protocols target musculoskeletal pain, migraines, and nerve-related discomfort using acupuncture's natural pain-relieving mechanisms. We address both acute injuries and long-term conditions like arthritis through comprehensive, drug-free pain management strategies.
Stress Relief
Our stress management program combines acupuncture with lifestyle recommendations to regulate the body's stress response. Treatments focus on calming the nervous system and restoring emotional balance through targeted meridian stimulation and personalized care plans.
Sports Injury Treatment
We specialize in accelerating sports injury recovery using acupuncture's anti-inflammatory effects and circulation enhancement. Treatment protocols address muscle strains, joint pain, and performance optimization for athletes through tailored therapy combining traditional techniques with sports medicine principles.
People
Susan Shelton
L.Ac.
Susan Shelton is Arizona's first certified female acupuncturist with 35+ years of experience. A second-generation healthcare provider and former national ballroom champion, she combines traditional Chinese medicine with sports injury expertise to deliver comprehensive wellness solutions.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture treat at your clinic?
We treat chronic pain, anxiety, sports injuries, hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, and stress-related conditions using acupuncture's holistic approach.
How does your acupuncture approach differ from others?
Our treatments combine traditional Chinese medicine with Susan Shelton's unique background in naturopathic care and sports medicine expertise.
Are sessions covered by insurance?
Check with your provider about acupuncture coverage - many PPO plans cover our services with appropriate documentation.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your initial session includes a comprehensive health assessment, discussion of treatment goals, and personalized acupuncture therapy lasting 60 minutes.
How many treatments will I need?
Treatment plans vary - acute conditions may require 3-5 sessions while chronic issues typically need 8-12 weeks of regular treatments for optimal results.
