AcupunctureME
professional acupuncture services by board certified licensed acupuncturist
Michael Migliore, RPh, MS, LAc
Credentials
Michael Migliore is a board certified licensed acupuncturist living and working in Hallowell, Maine. He is designated as a Diplomate in Acupuncture by the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Michael graduated from Tri-State College of Acupuncture in Manhattan with a Master of Science degree in Acupuncture and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from St. John’s University College of Pharmacy, New York. He is also a registered pharmacist in Maine and New York.
Acupuncture style
Michael’s style of acupuncture incorporates a variety of traditions including: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM); Japanese Acupuncture; French and Vietnamese meridian styles; Korean Su Jok Acupuncture; modern physical medicine practices (myofascial release of soft trigger points) developed by the late Janet Travell, MD; auriculotherapy (ear acupuncture); and acupressure and cupping. While providing acupuncture services in his New York clinic, Michael treated World Trade Center disaster emergency responders and survivors.
Background
As a professor, he taught masters level classes at: Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, NYC; Mercy College, NYC; and at the Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at New York Chiropractic College, Seneca Falls, NY. He is also a former board member of both the Acupuncture Society of Maine and of New York.
Michael is the author of Acupuncture Logic, Trafford Press and served as system director of pharmacy for the State of Maine’s two psychiatric hospitals. He resides in Hallowell with his wife and dog. Michael enjoys kayaking and the outdoors – rain or shine or snow.
CONDITIONS EFFECTIVELY TREATED WITH ACUPUNCTURE:
NEUROLOGICAL: facial pain, headache, migraine, neuralgia, Parkinson's disease, post-operative pain, restless legs syndrome
RESPIRATORY: allergy (hay fever), asthma, bronchitis, common cold, sinusitis, tonsillitis
DIGESTION: abdominal pain, bloating, chronic diarrhea, constipation, hyperacidity, indigestion, nausea, vomiting
CANCER TREATMENT SYMPTOMS:
Clinical trials support the use of acupuncture to relieve pain, nausea and vomiting, dry mouth, fatigue, hot flashes, and nerve pain resulting from cancer treatments.
Pain - Clinical trials demonstrate that acupuncture can help reduce pain, including joint or nerve pain associated with cancer treatments as well as other types of chronic pain.
Sleep - Several trials in cancer patients show that acupuncture improves sleep.
Fatigue - Several trials show that acupuncture reduces fatigue, including cancer-related fatigue.
Anxiety - Several studies show that acupressure and acupuncture can help relieve anxiety related to tests and procedures. It may also help with anxiety in general.
Nausea and vomiting - Acupuncture can reduce chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
Constipation - Some evidence suggests acupuncture may help relieve constipation.
EYE, EAR, NOSE, DENTAL: gum problems, poor vision, post extraction pain, tinnitus, tired eyes, TMJ, toothache
SEXUAL HEALTH: erectile dysfunction, infertility, hormonal imbalance, libido, menstrual cramps, postpartum, prenatal, menopause/menopausal symptoms
MUSCULOSKELETAL: arthritis, backache or pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, disc problems, fibromyalgia, localized traumatic injuries, muscle cramping, pain and weakness (neck, shoulders, arms, hands, fingers, legs, feet), sciatica, sports and accident injuries, sports injuries, sprains and strains, whiplash
MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH: addiction, anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress
SPORTS: repetitive stress injuries, triathlon triathlete IRONMAN
OTHER BENEFITS: controlling alcohol, drug and substance withdrawal symptoms, deep relaxation, enhanced athletic and physical performance, facial and skin rejuvenation, heightened awareness, increased vitality and energy, pain control, regulates heart rate and blood pressure, smoking cessation, stabilizes the immune system, weight control, appetite control
Links:
Acupuncture: What You Need To Know | NCCIH (nih.gov)
Acupuncture for the Treatment of Morning Sickness (uspharmacist.com)
Acupuncture Logic: Migliore, Michael J.: 9781553956631: Amazon.com: Books
Providing professional acupuncture treatment services: acupuncture near me Augusta, Farmingdale, Gardiner, Portland, Brunswick, Waterville, Falmouth, Yarmouth, Freeport, and to the entire state of Maine, ME, accepting new patients
(207) 480.0800