Falco Marcia S Ap PA

At our acupuncture practice in Safety Harbor, FL, our mission is to assist people in achieving optimal health with respect and compassion, through experienced guidance and care. We strive to be the place where people find health, peace, learning and joy as they move through life with increased awareness and knowledge.

Our practice offers a variety of services, including acupuncture, Chinese medicinal herbs, vitamins and supplements, hormonal testing, nutritional testing, facial rejuvenation, natural, homeopathic injections and more. We believe in using these modalities solely or in conjunction with modern medicine to enhance the mind and body, prevent and treat disease, relieve pain, balance mood, boost athletic performance, maximize fertility, and improve overall health and wellness.

Our founder, Dr. Marcie Salazar, has dedicated much of her adult life to learning acupuncture and complementary modalities. As a former teacher, she is passionate about sharing her wisdom and ideas to assist as many people as possible. With her expertise and compassion, she aims to help people achieve their health goals and maintain optimal health.

About Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that involves the insertion and manipulation of flexible, hair-thin needles at specific acupuncture points on the body. This supplements deficiency or drains excess in the body, thereby promoting balance and health.

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to enhance the mind and body, prevent and treat disease, relieve pain, balance mood, boost athletic performance, maximize fertility, and improve overall health and wellness. It has been recognized by the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) as an effective treatment for a wide variety of medical problems.

Our acupuncture treatments are personalized to meet the unique needs of each individual. We take a holistic approach to health and wellness, considering the whole person, including their physical, emotional, and spiritual health. We believe that this approach leads to the best outcomes and the greatest possibilities for healing and growth.

What to Expect

During your first visit, we will take a thorough health history, discuss your health goals, and create a personalized treatment plan. We will answer any questions you may have and explain what you can expect during and after your treatments.

During the treatment itself, you will lie comfortably on a treatment table while sterile, disposable needles are inserted into specific acupuncture points on your body. Most people find acupuncture to be a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, often resulting in deep mental and physical relaxation.

After the treatment, we will discuss any changes you may have noticed and provide guidance on self-care, nutrition, and lifestyle changes that may support your health and wellness goals.

What can acupuncturists treat?

Acupuncture is recognized by the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to be effective in the treatment of a wide variety of medical problems. Some of the health concerns that acupuncture can effectively treat include addiction, anxiety, arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic fatigue, colitis, common cold, constipation, dental pain, depression, diarrhea, digestive trouble, dizziness, dysentery, emotional problems, eye problems, facial palsy, fatigue, fertility, fibromyalgia, gingivitis, headache, hiccough, incontinence, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome, menstrual irregularities, migraines, musculoskeletal pain, nausea, neck pain, nervousness, osteoarthritis, pain, sciatica, sinusitis, sleep disturbances, smoking cessation, sports injuries, stress, stroke, tennis elbow, urinary tract infections, and vitality.

How are acupuncturists educated?

Today, acupuncturists undertake three to four years of extensive and comprehensive graduate training at nationally certified schools. All acupuncturists must pass a national exam and meet strict guidelines to practice in every state.

How safe is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is extremely safe. It is an all-natural, drug-free therapy, yielding no side effects just feelings of relaxation and well-being. There is little danger of infection from acupuncture needles because they are sterile, used once, and then discarded.