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Free Acupuncture for Veterans suffering from PTSD.

Veterans. If you are suffering from PTSD, acupuncture has been proven to provide relief from some of the symptoms you may be experiencing. Five acupuncture needles are place on areas on the ear that regulate the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous system and have a deeply relaxing and calming effect on the body. The five needle protocol has been effectively used for treating people recovering from addictions. It was effectively used at St Vincent's Hospital in New York city after 911 and in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina . Now the protocol is being effectively apply for veterans.

Please join us Tuesdays from 4:00pm to 7:30pm and every other Friday (as posted – Call!) 4:00pm to 7:30pm.

A session will last between 30 mins to an hour. No appointments needed. There is no charge for the service. Donations are welcome.

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REN DAO Wellness Center, 2 Bashford Street Yonkers (next to DMV and Yonkers Metro North station) 914-548-7585



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