Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment in Oregon City
If your feet burn at night, your hands have gone numb, or you've started to feel unsteady on your own two feet, you already know how much peripheral neuropathy can take over a day. You're not imagining it. And there may be more you can do about it than you've been told.
Note: Insurance coverage and expected costs vary by plan. Call or text us—our staff will verify your benefits and explain your expected cost before you schedule.
Family Care Acupuncture in downtown Oregon City offers a conservative, non-drug approach to the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy — for patients who want to try something beyond medication, and for those who've been told there's nothing left to do.
Do you have these symptoms?
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Burning, tingling, or "pins and needles," usually in the feet or hands
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Numbness that makes it hard to feel the floor, your buttons, or your own footsteps
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Sharp, stabbing, or electric pains that come out of nowhere
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Balance trouble, or a feeling that you might fall
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Symptoms that get louder at night and steal your sleep
If so, you're in the right place.
Who we help
We commonly work with patients experiencing:
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Diabetic peripheral neuropathy — nerve symptoms related to blood sugar over time
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Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) — numbness, tingling, and burning that linger after cancer treatment
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Idiopathic neuropathy — when the cause hasn't been pinned down, but the symptoms are very real
How acupuncture helps
Acupuncture offers a non-pharmacologic option without adding another medication or medication-related side effects.
Natalie Mich, LAc, holds Advanced Peripheral Neuropathy Certification through the Acupuncture Now Foundation and treats neuropathy using a standardized protocol.
A growing body of published research has examined acupuncture for neuropathy, with encouraging results for symptoms like numbness, tingling, and burning. Some patients begin noticing changes during the first several weeks of consistent treatment. Nerve symptoms often take time to change, and individual results vary.
What to expect
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A real first visit. We start with a full consultation, review your history, and build a treatment plan around your symptoms and goals.
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A gentle, drug-free approach. Acupuncture needles are very thin — most people are surprised by how little they feel.
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Progress we measure, not guess at. We repeat simple sensitivity testing over time, so we can see what's actually changing instead of assuming.
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An honest answer. Acupuncture isn't the right fit for everyone. If I don't think it will help you, I'll tell you.
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Care that fits with your medical team. We're glad to coordinate with your doctor, and we'll refer you on if something needs further evaluation.
Acupuncture works alongside your medical care — not in place of it.
Have insurance? Let's check it before you come in.
We're in-network with most major Oregon plans — Providence, PacificSource, UnitedHealthcare, Moda, Regence, Oregon Health Plan (OHP), and others — plus auto insurance after a car accident.
One note: standard Medicare does not cover acupuncture for neuropathy. Some Medicare Advantage plans do include acupuncture benefits, so call us and we'll check yours. If you're paying out of pocket, ask about our self-pay options — we accept HSA and FSA cards, and payment plans are available.
Not sure what you've got? Call or text 503-868-1496 and we'll verify your specific benefits before your first visit — no surprises.
Ready to feel more steady on your feet?
Free Parking: 1300 John Adams St, Suite 119, Oregon City
— 2 blocks from Tony's Fish Market
FAQ
Does acupuncture hurt?
Most people are surprised by how comfortable it is. The needles are about the width of a hair — far thinner than the needles used for shots or blood draws. Many patients relax so deeply they fall asleep.
How many treatments will I need?
It depends on your symptoms and how long you've had them. We'll outline a plan after your first visit. Many patients begin noticing changes in symptoms like numbness, tingling, and burning within 4-6 visits, though individual response varies. We track progress throughout treatment and generally make a fuller assessment of your response at around 10 weeks.
Will I even feel the needles if my feet are numb?
Maybe not at first — that's what neuropathy does. We keep treatment gentle. Over time, some patients begin to notice more sensation, sometimes as quick little "zings" as feeling changes. We track it with repeat sensitivity testing rather than guessing.
Can acupuncture help neuropathy from chemotherapy?
Acupuncture may help reduce chemotherapy-related numbness, tingling, burning, or discomfort for some patients. We coordinate care with your oncology team and adapt treatment around your medical status.
Do I need a referral to come in?
You can contact us and schedule directly. If your particular insurance plan requires a referral or authorization, we’ll let you know when we verify your benefits.
Do you take my insurance?
We're in-network with most major Oregon plans, including Providence, PacificSource, UnitedHealthcare, Moda, Regence, and OHP.
Call or text 503-868-1496 and we'll verify your specific benefits.