- Acupuncture in Great Neck
Acupuncture Clinic in Great Neck, NY Pain Relief & Facial Rejuvenation
Tara Chen, L.Ac., treats chronic pain, muscle tension, and aging skin at her licensed acupuncture clinic in Great Neck. Same-day relief without drugs or surgery. Empire Plan and NYSHIP accepted. Experience personalized acupuncture treatments designed to reduce pain, support mobility, relieve stress, and encourage your body’s natural healing process.
- Licensed Acupuncturist | 20+ Years
- Pain Relief | Drug-Free
- Facial Rejuvenation
- Empire Plan | NYSHIP Accepted
Insurance Plans We Accept
Meet Tara Chen, L.Ac.
Licensed Acupuncturist, Great Neck, NY
Tara Chen (Jiayun Chen), L.Ac., is a licensed acupuncturist with extensive healthcare experience across the United States, Canada, and China. As a former Internal Medicine Physician with over 20 years of clinical experience, she is highly skilled in a wide range of therapies, including traditional acupuncture, electroacupuncture, cupping, gua sha, and tui na massage. Tara uniquely integrates Cheng’s San Cai Acupuncture—a refined classical needle system renowned for its precision—and Motion Acupuncture to deliver powerful results for complex pain patterns. Specializing in orthopedic evaluations and musculoskeletal pain management, she is dedicated to helping patients restore mobility, improve function, and achieve lasting recovery through individualized, collaborative care.
- Licensed Acupuncturist
- Personalized one-on-one treatment
- Eastern & Western Medicine Integration
- Clean, calm, safety-focused environment
Acupuncture & Wellness Services in Great Neck
Tara Acupuncture Clinic offers multiple healing modalities to address pain, stress, aging, and internal health imbalances. Whether you’re dealing with pinched nerves, insomnia, facial wrinkles, or digestive issues, there’s a treatment approach tailored to you.
Pain & Musculoskeletal Conditions
Chronic back pain, neck tension, sciatica, and arthritis respond well to acupuncture. Tara uses targeted needling and electroacupuncture to reduce inflammation, restore mobility, and cut your reliance on pain medications.
Stress-Related Conditions
Anxiety, insomnia, and tension headaches often improve after just a few sessions. Acupuncture calms your nervous system by balancing stress hormones and promoting deep relaxation.
Facial Rejuvenation
Fine lines, sagging skin, and dull complexion improve through facial acupuncture—a natural alternative to Botox. Tara combines facial needling with body acupuncture to restore your glow from inside out.
Internal Health
Digestive problems, allergies, and hormonal imbalance respond to acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. Tara addresses root causes, not just symptoms.
Women's Health
Menstrual pain, irregular cycles, menopause symptoms, and fertility support are areas where Traditional Chinese Medicine excels. Tara works with your body’s natural rhythms.
Treatment Methods That Work
Each modality in Traditional Chinese Medicine serves a specific purpose. At Tara Acupuncture Clinic, Tara combines them strategically to get faster results.
Acupuncture and Electroacupuncture
Ultra-fine needles placed at specific points stimulate your body’s natural healing response. Electroacupuncture adds gentle electrical current to intensify results—especially useful for deep muscle pain and nerve damage.
Cupping and
Gua Sha
Cupping releases muscle tension and improves blood circulation; Gua Sha (scraping) flushes out stagnant tissue and reduces inflammation. Both work beautifully alongside acupuncture to speed recovery.
Tui Na (Chinese Medical Massage)
This hands-on technique manipulates muscles and joints to restore proper alignment and flow. It’s especially effective for shoulder tension, frozen shoulder, and postural pain.
Cheng's San Cai & Motion Acupuncture
Specialized acupuncture techniques that integrate precise needling with guided movement to relieve pain, improve mobility, and support faster functional recovery.
20 Conditions Acupuncture May Help Treat
Cervical Spondylosis
(Neck Arthritis)
Neck pain, stiffness, and symptoms related to cervical spondylosis may improve with acupuncture. Treatment may help reduce pain, relieve muscle tension, and improve neck mobility. Many patients notice symptom relief within several sessions.
02
Lumbar Disc
Herniation and Sciatica
When a disc bulges and irritates the sciatic nerve, pain may radiate down the leg. Acupuncture may help reduce inflammation, relieve nerve irritation, and ease pain, helping patients avoid or delay more invasive treatments.
03
Lumbar Muscle
Strain
Acute lower back strain from lifting, bending, or awkward movements may respond well to acupuncture and cupping. Treatment may help relieve pain, reduce muscle tension, and support a faster recovery.
04
Piriformis Syndrome
Piriformis syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle irritates the sciatic nerve, causing pain that may radiate down the leg. Acupuncture can help relax the muscle, reduce nerve irritation, and relieve pain.
Gluteus Medius
Syndrome
Hip pain that gets worse with walking or climbing stairs often comes from this muscle. Targeted acupuncture and Tui Na restore function and ease movement.
06
Superior Cluneal Nerve
Entrapment Syndrome
Numbing or burning pain in the buttocks and lower back happens when nerves are squeezed. Acupuncture releases pressure and restores sensation.
07
L3 Transverse Process
Pain Syndrome
Pain near the L3 transverse process often results from irritation of the surrounding muscles, fascia, or ligaments. Acupuncture may help relieve pain, reduce muscle tension, and improve movement.
08
Supraspinous
Ligament Sprain
Pain along the middle of the spine may result from strain of the supraspinous ligament after poor posture, repetitive stress, or whiplash. Acupuncture can help reduce the inflammation, and speed the healing process.
09
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint pain from wear and tear improves with acupuncture by reducing inflammation and delaying cartilage degeneration. Many patients reduce pain medication after consistent treatment.
10
Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain and foot arch tightness ease with acupuncture targeting the fascia and interinsic foot muscles making walking much easier and more comfortable.
11
Torn Rotator Cuff
Shoulder pain, weakness, and limited range of motion improved with acupuncture and gental Tui Na for partial tears and conservative management.
12
Frozen Shoulder
(Adhesive Capsulitis)
A stiff painful shoulder that worsens for months responds to acupuncture by helping to loosen adhesions when paired with movement and gradually restoring mobility.
13
Tennis Elbow
(Lateral Epicondylitis)
Tennis elbow is an overuse injury that causes pain on the outer side of the elbow, commonly affecting athletes, office workers, and anyone performing repetitive gripping or wrist movements. Acupuncture may help reduce pain, ease muscle tension, improve tendon healing, and restore comfortable arm function.
14
Golfer's Elbow
(Medial Epicondylitis)
Golfer’s elbow is an overuse injury that causes pain and tenderness on the inner side of the elbow, often due to repetitive gripping, lifting, or wrist movements. Acupuncture may help reduce pain and muscle tension, improve local circulation, and support the healing of irritated tendons, allowing the elbow and forearm to regain comfortable, healthy movement.
15
Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome
Wrist pain, numbness, and tingling from nerve compression can significantly improve with acupuncture, often helping patients avoid the need for surgery or prolonged bracing in mild-to-moderate cases. Treatment combines the forearm and neck to address the entire nerve pathway.
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Tendinopathy
Chronic tendon pain from overuse, aging, or previous injury heals slowly—but acupuncture speeds the process by increasing blood flow and supporting the tissue’s natural healing response.
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Tenosynovitis
(Tendon Sheath Inflammation)
Inflammation around tendons causes swelling and pain with movement. Acupuncture reduces swelling, helping to improve joint mobility and reduce tendon friction.
18
Migraines &
Tension Headaches
Recurring headaches and migraines often have muscular or stress-related roots. Acupuncture helps disrupt the pain cycle and reduces the frequency of attacks.
19
TMJ Disorder
(Temporomandibular Joint Pain)
Jaw pain, clicking, and tension from clenching respond to acupuncture by releasing jaw muscles and calming nervous system overactivity.
20
Bell's Palsy
(Facial Nerve Paralysis)
Early acupuncture treatment may help speed recovery from sudden facial weakness and numbness. Acupuncture may help reduce nerve inflammation and support facial nerve recovery.
Six Reasons Patients Trust Tara Acupuncture Clinic
Licensed Acupuncturist with 20+ Years Clinical Experience
Tara's license and credentials ensure her training meets New York State standards. Drawing on over 20 years of clinical experience, she brings a deep understanding of complex health conditions to her care.
Non-surgical, Drug-Free Pain & Beauty Solutions
No medications. No surgery. Acupuncture works with your body's natural healing systems instead of against them.
Personalized Treatment Plans, Not One-Size Protocols
Your first visit includes a real consultation. Tara builds a plan around your specific condition, health history, and goals. Not a template everyone gets.
Empire Plan & NYSHIP Accepted
Insurance coverage removes the cost barrier. Tara accepts major carriers so acupuncture doesn't strain your budget.
Female Licensed Acupuncturist in Great Neck
Many patients prefer a female practitioner. Tara's a woman who understands women's health, facial concerns, and the Great Neck community specifically.
Same-Day Pain Relief Many Patients Experience
Some conditions improve noticeably after the first session. Even chronic pain often feels lighter. You don't wait months to see results.
How Acupuncture Works — Your First 4 Steps
Step 1
Consultation & Diagnosis
You arrive, sit down, and talk. Tara listens to your main complaint, your health history, previous injuries, and goals. She asks questions that get to the root—not just surface symptoms. This conversation takes 15-20 minutes and sets the direction for treatment.
Step 2
Physical Assessment
Tara examines the area of pain or concern. She checks your posture, range of motion, muscle strength, and tender points. For some conditions, she palpates your abdomen or checks other body areas that relate to your problem in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Step 3
Needle Placement & Treatment
You lie down on a comfortable table. Tara inserts ultra-fine, sterile needles at specific acupuncture points chosen just for your condition. Many patients fall asleep. You’ll feel a slight sensation when the needle enters; after that, deep relaxation sets in.
Step 4
Follow-Up Plan & Home Care
After needles come out, Tara discusses what she found, what to expect over the next few days, and how many sessions your condition typically needs. She may recommend herbal remedies, stretches, or lifestyle adjustments that support healing between visits.
We help verify your acupuncture benefits
Most insurance plans are accepted. Tara Acupuncture assists patients in understanding and verifying acupuncture coverage before treatment.
- Most insurance plans accepted
- Benefit verification support before your visit
- Clear next steps for booking your appointment
- What Patients Say
Real Results From Great Neck Patients
Hear what our patients say about their experience at Tara Acupuncture in Great Neck, NY.
Why Tara Acupuncture Clinic Stands Out
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Patients Helped
Stop Living With Pain - Start Healing Today
Whether it’s chronic back pain, arthritis, wrinkles, or stress that’s wearing you down, acupuncture offers relief without drugs or surgery. Tara Acupuncture Clinic in Great Neck is ready to help you feel better.
Your first visit includes a full consultation, physical assessment, and treatment—all personalized to your needs. Empire Plan and NYSHIP accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions About Acupuncture
Answers to the most common questions from new and returning patients at Tara Acupuncture in Great Neck, NY.
Yes. Research from the National Institutes of Health and decades of clinical use confirm acupuncture reduces chronic pain by decreasing inflammation, releasing tight muscles, and stimulating natural painkillers called endorphins.
No. Acupuncture needles are hair-thin (30 times thinner than a hypodermic needle) and sterile. You feel a slight pinch when the needle enters, then nothing.
It depends on your condition and how long you’ve had it. Acute injuries (sudden onset) often improve in 3-6 sessions. Chronic conditions (years of pain) typically need 8-12 sessions over 2-3 months.
Yes. Acupuncture combines safely with prescription medications. Many patients reduce medication dosage as acupuncture takes effect.
Yes, if your plan includes acupuncture benefits. Tara accepts Empire Plan and NYSHIP.
Acupuncture is one of the safest medical treatments when performed by a licensed acupuncturist using sterile, disposable needles.
Yes. Tara Acupuncture Clinic is located at Suite 201, 833 Northern Boulevard, Great Neck, NY 11021. We also serve Little Neck, Kings Point, Manhasset, Port Washington, and Lake Success.
Standard acupuncture treats pain and internal health. Facial rejuvenation acupuncture uses finer needles on the face to stimulate collagen, improve circulation, and smooth wrinkles.
Yes. Hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and sleep problems all improve with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.