Acupuncture In Boise and Eagle: Evidence-Based Healing for Pain, Fertility, and Whole-Body Health

Acupuncture is one of the most widely respected and scientifically proven forms of integrative and holistic medicine worldwide. It is hard to comprehend how long a millennial is, believe it or not Chinese Medicine has been around for over 3,000 years providing clinical applications for billions of people.  This time-tested medicine is deeply rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine often referred to as “TCM” and validated today by extensive research, double-blind studies,  published in the most respected universities journals and medical journals. Doctors of acupuncture have the most extensive training with over 5,000 hours which translates into 6 ½ years of TCM medical school training. This should not be confused with medical doctors who learn acupuncture. They get their “certification of acupuncture” in 100 hours. Having a board certified license is always offers a much more thorough education so be sure to look for L.Ac. or D.Ac. when finding an acupuncturist. This is a critical differentiation. Acupuncturists master how to painlessly insert ultra-fine, whisper-thin, sterile needles at very specific acupuncture points throughout the body. Acupuncture stimulates natural healing abilities in our bodies by reducing inflammation, regulating hormones, improving circulation, alleviating pain and calming our nervous system.

Current, peer-reviewed studies, in the most refined medical journals, prove acupuncture increases endorphins- reducing pain and improves mood, and regulates neurotransmitters, the chemical messengers, all critical for healing.  Additionally, acupuncture modulates the immune system, so our bodies aren’t overreactive nor underreactive. TCM also positively influences brain responsiveness that relieves pain in difficult to treat conditions with or without medication. The World Health Organization (WHO), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and leading medical centers throughout the world recognize acupuncture as a safe and effective treatment for hundreds of medical conditions.

How Acupuncture Works: Meridians and Modern Science

In TCM, the body can be traced with a fascinating, interconnected network of energy pathways called meridians. Our bodies are electric and these pathways electrical capacity is measurable. These meridians carry Qi (pronounced “chee”), the vital, critical energy that sustains life. Just as cells need energy to transport and transform in science the Chinese word is called Qi. It really isn’t as strange as it sounds. Remember back to high school biology when you learned about ATP adenosine triphosphate, the energy-carrying molecule found in the cells of all living things?  You were learning about Qi, we just call it ATP and energy instead. When energy flows smoothly, the body functions optimally. When energy is blocked or imbalanced, illness and pain can occur. Acupuncture can manipulate and change energy to facilitate real healing in our bodies. 

Acupuncture restores this balance by stimulating precise points along the meridian pathways that run from head to toe in our bodies. They even divert energy inward carrying messages to our organs. From a biomedical perspective, these points correspond quite closely with dense nerve endings, connective tissue planes, and circulatory pathways. Stimulating these precise areas sends measurable signals to the brain and body—explaining why acupuncture can treat such a wide range of conditions effectively.

Top 100 Conditions Acupuncture Can Treat

Whether you are seeking relief from chronic pain, support for fertility, balance through peri-menopause, or help with anxiety or depression, acupuncture offers a natural, drug-free solution that truly works. Don’t worry about the needles, Dr. Burris and Mr. Burris have the most elite training offered in the world, promoting painless acupuncture and dry needling. Most patients say their technique tickles them and they often fall asleep. This comes from patients who were terrified of even walking through their door. They are always pleasantly surprised it is the most relaxing experience of their lives. 

Top 100 Conditions Acupuncture Can Treat:

  1. Migraines

  2. Tension headaches

  3. Cluster headaches

  4. Neck pain

  5. Back pain

  6. Shoulder pain

  7. Knee pain

  8. Hip pain

  9. Elbow pain (tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow and now pickleball elbow)

  10. Carpal tunnel syndrome

  11. Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid) pain

  12. Sciatica (low back pain, glut pain, leg pain) 

  13. Fibromyalgia, muscle pain

  14. Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)

  15. Chronic fatigue syndrome ME/CFS

  16. Multiple sclerosis (symptom support)

  17. Neuropathy

  18. Trigeminal neuralgia

  19. Bell’s palsy

  20. Post-stroke recovery

  21. Parkinson’s disease (symptom relief)

  22. Insomnia

  23. Anxiety

  24. Depression

  25. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  26. Stress-related disorders

  27. Irritability, PMS, PMDD

  28. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

  29. Panic attacks

  30. Fertility (female) known and unknown even if they were told they need IVF

  31. Fertility (male) known and unknown even if they were told they need IVF

  32. Irregular ovulation

  33. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

  34. Endometriosis

  35. Recurrent miscarriage prevention

  36. IVF or IUI adjunct support to increase success by over 50%

  37. Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)

  38. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

  39. Perimenopause symptoms (irregular bleeding, hot flashes, night sweats) 

  40. Menopause symptoms (vaginal dryness, low libido, joint paint, heart disease prevention)

  41. Low libido

  42. Erectile dysfunction

  43. Prostatitis

  44. Urinary incontinence

  45. Interstitial cystitis

  46. Bladder pain syndrome

  47. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

  48. Crohn’s disease (symptom relief and remission)

  49. Ulcerative colitis (symptom relief and remission)

  50. Constipation

  51. Diarrhea

  52. Acid reflux (GERD)

  53. Nausea and vomiting (including pregnancy-related)

  54. Chemotherapy-induced nausea

  55. Gastroparesis common with GLP-1 drugs

  56. Weight management support with or without drug therapy and peptides

  57. Food cravings

  58. Allergies (seasonal)

  59. Asthma

  60. Chronic sinusitis

  61. Rhinitis

  62. Cough (acute and chronic)

  63. Bronchitis

  64. Long COVID symptoms particularly exhaustion or weakness

  65. Immune regulation (frequent colds, flu, herpes)

  66. Skin disorders (eczema, psoriasis, acne, rashes, PUPPS)

  67. Acne

  68. Rosacea

  69. Hives

  70. Shingles

  71. Hair loss: alopecia areata, hormonally induces, stress induced, weight loss induced or GLP-1 peptide induced

  72. Tinnitus (ringing of the ear)

  73. Dizziness or vertigo

  74. Meniere’s disease

  75. TMJ disorder and severe pain

  76. Dental pain before or after dental work

  77. Dry eye syndrome including Sjogren’s 

  78. Eye strain or fatigue

  79. Glaucoma (symptom support)

  80. Hypertension

  81. Hypotension

  82. Heart Palpitations

  83. Poor circulation

  84. Raynaud’s syndrome

  85. Anemia

  86. Stroke rehabilitation- walking, talking, facial paralysis, limb paralysis 

  87. Post-surgical pain

  88. Scar tissue healing and pain

  89. Sports injuries, pain, limited range of motion, sprains, strains, tears, concussion recovery

  90. Muscle spasms and cramps

  91. Postpartum hormone recovery

  92. Lactation for low milk supply during breast feeding, mastitis

  93. Breech presentation (moxibustion) painless and we have over 75% turn rate

  94. Immune support during cancer care

  95. Neuropathy pain after chemotherapy or from diabetes or unknown causes

  96. Radiation side effects

  97. Addiction (smoking, vaping, alcohol, drugs, or food)

  98. Recovery from opioid dependency (adjunctive)

100.General health, improved energy, and preventative care


Experience Acupuncture in Boise, Eagle and the Treasure Valley

Whether you’re seeking drug-free pain relief, fertility support, emotional balance, or overall wellness, acupuncture provides a time-tested and scientifically validated treatment modality for healing. At Eagle Acupuncture, acupuncture treatments are personalized, gentle, and designed to help you live your best life and thrive. No medical problem is too complex for Dr. or Mr. Burris, they take the most difficult health problems and restore patients’ vitality.