Evolve Acupuncture, formally Evolve Wellness, opened its doors in Lafayette, Colorado in 2017.  After four successful years providing acupuncture in Lafayette and the surrounding area Evolve Wellness embarked on a new adventure in beautiful Alexandria, VA.  Our first order of business was our new name, Evolve Acupuncture.  The office is located in Del Ray in the Vital Body and Mind building on the corner of E. Custis Avenue and Mt Vernon Avenue.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Does Acupuncture Treat?
The World Health Organization (WHO) published an official report listing 31 symptoms, conditions and diseases that have been shown in controlled trials to be treated effectively by Acupuncture. Those symptoms, conditions and diseases include: Respiratory, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Neurologic and Musculoskeletal Disorders, Reproductive & Gynecological Conditions, and Mental Emotional Problems. For the full list click on the following link: www.evidencebasedacupuncture.org/who-official-position/

What Should I Do Before & After My Appointment?
It is best to come to your appointment well hydrated and to eat a light meal or snack. You should not be overly exhausted and please do not drink alcoholic beverages before your appointment. Wear or bring loose, comfortable clothes. A day or two before your appointment avoid brushing your tongue (if you do so) as we will look at your tongue for diagnostic purposes. Avoid strenuous physical activity for several hours after your treatment and be sure to keep yourself hydrated. If you are feeling under the weather please come in for your appointment as we can treat your current symptoms. ​

How Many Treatments Will I Need?
The number of treatments you will need depends on the duration, severity and nature of your problem. Typically, the more acute a problem is, the quicker it can be resolved. However, this is not always the case. Healing also depends on your body's ability to shift into a state of balance. While chronic conditions may require a series of regular treatments over time, sometimes they can actually clear up quite quickly. Therefore, we will assess your progress after the first couple of treatments and create a treatment plan based on your results.

Does Acupuncture Hurt?
Unlike hypodermic needles used to give shots or draw blood, acupuncture needles are solid and are about the diameter of a human hair. Because of this you should feel little to no sensation when the needle is inserted. Once in place, however, you may feel a slight ache, or heaviness at the point where the needle was placed or along the corresponding meridian. These sensations should be mild enough so that you can rest comfortably during your treatment.

Do You Accept Insurance?
Evolve Acupuncture is in network with Tivity, Anthem BCBS and UnitedHealthcare/UMR. If we are not in network with your insurance company we can provide you with a superbill you can submit to your insurance provider. We also accept cash, check, Mastercard, Visa, Discover, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flex Spending Account (FSA) credit cards.