Business Details
Your Trusted Acupuncture Partner in Saint Louis, MO
Roots Acupuncture and Healing was founded on the principle that holistic healthcare should address both symptoms and root causes of illness. Our practice is rooted in the Five Element Tradition, combining ancient Chinese medicine with modern expertise to support patients in achieving optimal health. With a Doctorate in Acupuncture from Five Branches University and a Diplomate of Acupuncture from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, our lead practitioner brings deep expertise to every treatment. We specialize in personalized care for chronic conditions, stress management, women's health, and digestive disorders, using acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and lifestyle coaching. Our founder's personal journey with chronic illness informs her empathetic approach to patient care.We prioritize creating a safe, welcoming space where patients receive tailored treatments designed to restore balance in mind, body, and spirit. While not in-network with insurance providers, we offer super-bills for out-of-network reimbursement and accept FSA/HSA payments. Our commitment to community health extends to pandemic safety protocols that protect immunocompromised patients. With over a decade of experience in complementary therapies, we help patients reduce reliance on pharmaceuticals and achieve lasting wellness. Our practice bridges traditional wisdom with contemporary healthcare needs, fostering long-term relationships that support ongoing healing.
Services
Acupuncture
Cupping Therapy
Gua Sha
Women's Health
Digestive Health
Pain Management
Stress Relief
Cancer Support
Nutritional Therapy
Lifestyle Coaching
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatments rooted in the Five Element Tradition
- Our practitioner holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture from Five Branches University
- We address root causes of illness with holistic approaches
- Our services include cupping, gua sha, and Chinese nutritional therapy
- We specialize in treating chronic conditions with empathy and expertise
Associations and certifications
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
What people say
Increased energy
Enhanced mood
Symptom relief
Personalized care
Emotional support
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture treatments use fine needles to stimulate energy flow through meridians, addressing chronic pain, stress, and systemic imbalances. Our practitioners target specific points to restore qi circulation, promoting natural healing. Patients benefit from customized treatment plans that integrate traditional Chinese medicine principles with modern healthcare practices.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy creates localized suction to improve blood flow, reduce muscle tension, and promote detoxification. This technique effectively addresses chronic pain, respiratory conditions, and circulatory issues. Patients experience immediate relief from muscular discomfort while supporting long-term tissue healing through enhanced circulation.
Women's Health
Specialized treatments support fertility, menstrual health, and pregnancy wellness. Our approach addresses hormonal imbalances, reduces IVF side effects, and eases menopausal transitions. Patients receive comprehensive care combining acupuncture with lifestyle recommendations to optimize reproductive system function and emotional well-being.
Pain Management
Targeted acupuncture protocols address both acute and chronic pain conditions without pharmaceutical dependence. Treatments focus on nerve pathway modulation, inflammation reduction, and muscle relaxation. Patients develop personalized pain management strategies that incorporate complementary therapies for sustained relief and improved mobility.
Stress Relief
Acupuncture sessions designed to regulate nervous system activity and reduce anxiety symptoms. Treatments promote deep relaxation while addressing physiological stress markers. Patients learn coping techniques that combine traditional meridian therapy with modern stress management principles for lasting emotional balance.
People
Dr. Rena Mnster
Acupuncturist & Owner
Dr. Rena Mnster is a board-certified acupuncturist with a Doctorate from Five Branches University. Her practice combines Five Element Tradition with modern healthcare, informed by personal experience managing chronic illness. She specializes in treating digestive disorders, women's health, and stress-related conditions.
Questions
What conditions do you treat with acupuncture?
We treat chronic pain, digestive disorders, women's health issues, stress/anxiety, and cancer-related symptoms using acupuncture and complementary therapies.
Do you accept insurance for acupuncture treatments?
We provide super-bills for out-of-network insurance reimbursement and accept FSA/HSA payments for acupuncture services.
How many acupuncture sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary by condition complexity. Acute issues may resolve in 5-8 sessions, while chronic conditions require longer-term care with weekly initial treatments.
Is acupuncture safe during pregnancy?
Yes, acupuncture safely supports fertility, eases pregnancy discomforts, and helps with postpartum recovery when administered by our experienced practitioner.
What safety measures are in place during treatments?
We follow strict disinfection protocols between patients, maintain CDC-recommended precautions, and use single-use sterile needles for all acupuncture treatments.
How should I prepare for my first acupuncture appointment?
Eat a light meal beforehand, wear comfortable clothing, and allow 90 minutes for your initial consultation and treatment session at our Saint Louis clinic.
