Hi, I’m Nicole Rodney-- acupuncturist, researcher and mom (but not in that order).  I practice acupuncture at the International Community Health Center in Cleveland.  I am also a member of the Research Faculty at the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine.

 

I believe in the integration of conventional and alternative medicine.  That means I encourage collaboration between my patients’ doctors and myself.  I have an evidence-based practice, in which I rely on empirical research to inform my treatment strategies.  I also team with other scientists to conduct research on acupuncture.

 

The primary focus of my practice is the stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system to induce healing.  This is the first step in treating conditions ranging from a torn rotator cuff, to childhood asthma, to post-stroke aphasia or hormone dysregulation.  In my own research on the effect of stress on the human body, I have seen first hand how stress disrupts homeostasis, predisposing the body to injury, illness, and chronic conditions.  My secondary focus is nutrition, and I work closely with patients to ensure that the resources needed by the body for healing are being provided.

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If you are considering acupuncture, I encourage you to come in for a free consultation.  We can talk about your questions or concerns, and I can give you a detailed road-map of the course of treatment I would recommend based on your history and my clinical experience.

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Lastly, if you are interested in seeing research on the efficacy of acupuncture for a specific condition, by all means, message me - research is my favorite topic!