Business Details
12 Years
experience
Affordable Acupuncture in Latham, NY
Upstate Community Acupuncture has been dedicated to providing accessible and effective acupuncture care in the Capital District for over two decades. Founded in 2014 under its current name, our practice builds upon 25 years of clinical experience treating a wide range of health conditions through traditional acupuncture methods. We specialize in Master Tung's acupuncture, a system renowned for its rapid and lasting results, which our lead practitioner has helped document in multiple published clinical guides. Our community-focused model emphasizes affordability through a sliding fee scale while maintaining a commitment to evidence-based practice. Located in Latham, NY, we serve patients seeking drug-free solutions for chronic pain, mental health concerns, and complex medical conditions.Our founder, Eric Renaud, holds a Master's degree in Acupuncture and remains actively engaged in advancing acupuncture education through writing and collaboration with leading practitioners. We prioritize patient comfort in a semi-private treatment setting and maintain flexible scheduling to accommodate individual needs. Our practice philosophy centers on addressing root causes of health issues rather than temporary symptom relief, supported by ongoing professional development and adherence to national certification standards.
Services
Chronic Pain Relief
Allergy Treatment
Migraine Relief
Mental Health Support
Digestive Disorders
Women's Health
Sports Injury Recovery
Stress Management
Immune System Boost
Post-Operative Care
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- 25 years of clinical experience treating complex health conditions
- Specialized expertise in Master Tung's acupuncture techniques
- Affordable sliding fee scale for accessible care
- Community-focused treatment environment with personalized attention
- Published authors advancing acupuncture education and methodology
Associations and certifications
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCBAHM)
Services
Acupuncture Treatment
Community acupuncture sessions address chronic pain, mental health, and complex conditions through Master Tung's techniques. Treatments promote natural healing, stress reduction, and improved wellness. Each one-hour session includes personalized assessment and semi-private care.
Chronic Pain Relief
Specialized acupuncture protocols target back pain, arthritis, migraines, and neuropathy. Treatments aim to reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and decrease medication dependence through evidence-based point selection.
Mental Health Support
Acupuncture addresses anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders by regulating nervous system function. Sessions promote emotional balance and improve sleep quality through targeted meridian stimulation.
Allergy Treatment
Customized acupuncture protocols reduce allergic responses and strengthen immune function. Treatments target sinus congestion, seasonal allergies, and respiratory sensitivities through meridian-based interventions.
Women's Health
Acupuncture addresses menstrual irregularities, menopausal symptoms, and fertility concerns. Treatments regulate hormonal balance and alleviate PMS, dysmenorrhea, and pregnancy-related discomfort naturally.
People
Eric Renaud
Owner/Practitioner
Eric Renaud, M.Ac., has practiced acupuncture for 25 years, specializing in Master Tung's techniques. He co-authored three clinical guides on Tung's acupuncture and maintains national certification while serving Capital District patients.
Questions
What conditions do you treat with acupuncture?
We treat chronic pain, migraines, allergies, mental health conditions, digestive disorders, women's health issues, and sports injuries using acupuncture.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not accept insurance due to our sliding fee scale, but we accept Medical Reimbursement Accounts for payment.
How does your sliding fee scale work?
New patients pay $40–$60 based on ability, ensuring accessible treatment without financial barriers to optimal care.
What should I expect during my first visit?
First visits last one hour with intake assessment followed by community-style acupuncture in a semi-private setting.
Are your practitioners certified?
Our lead acupuncturist holds national certification (NCBAHM) and specializes in Master Tung's proven acupuncture techniques.
