Keith Judelman

Services

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Session

A typical first session with me will begin with a conversation about who you are, what's going on, a review of relevant information including your current and past health, and what you would like to get out of treatment. It's really up to you how deep we want to go concerning the broader picture of wellness, lifestyle, and what kinds of changes we want to work towards. Some people just want to address the shoulder pain, others want to delve into the depths, and I am here to serve your needs as I am able. After the interview, we will go through a physical exam which may include: an inspection of the problem area (if there is a specific area); checking certain trigger/ alarm points on the back and abdomen that the body sometimes uses to give us clues about where imbalance lies; perhaps a general checkup of various parts of the body if the situation calls for it (old injuries, generalized pain etc); and taking a look at your tounge, eyes, and pulse to gain more insight into the nature of your imbalance. We may return to the pulse several times throughout the treatment to monitor how things are moving.

After the intake and physical exam, we will begin treatment. The nature of the treatment can vary substantially according to the situation. I try to use as few needles as possible, just what is necessary to provide proper treatment.

Follow up treatments will consist of an intake reviewing progress and any changes or new things that may have come up since our last session; a review of your systemic functioning; and whatever other relevant information needs to be addressed. I will then check you eyes, tongue, and pulse to read how things stand. The intake will be followed by treatment, which will be similar to that of our first meeting (see above), albeit most likely with a new selection of points.

A first time treatment will usually take about 1- 1.5 hours. This can be reduced if you are pressed for time (we can spread out some of the less immediate parts of the interview over 2 sessions if need be).

A return visit will usually take between 40 minutes and 1.25 hours.

 

Some things to keep in mind- Before:

Please do not show up for treatment on an empty or full stomach. I ask that you eat the day of treatment, but not less than 1.5 to 2 hours before. This will help your body respond better to the treatment. If for some reason you do have to eat right before (you haven't eaten all day), something light like a juice or some fruit or veggies will be less of an issue than a heavy meal. Please, if possible do not wear scents to your treatment (perfume, cologne etc). As much as possible I try to keep my office odor free, so that none of the other patients who come in after you will be bothered by what may be to them an offensive odor.

After:

Plan to take it easy the day of your treatment. This will allow your body to incorporate the new messages that it will be receiving and to integrate the changes to the fullest extent. At the least, I ask that for 3 or 4 hours you refrain from: heavy physical activity or exercise, intoxicants, a heavy meal, taking a shower, exposing yourself to harsh elements, especially the wind. Many people feel relaxed and perhaps a little tired after treatment, and some like to take a catnap afterwards. This is completly normal, and if you feel like you need a nap and have the time, I encourage you to take it.

The only thing you need to bring is yourself.

As far as my rates go, I charge $72 per appointment. There is a $10 paperwork fee for the first treatment. I do not bill insurance companies at this time, though I would be happy to provide you with a 'superbill' that you can send in for reimbursement. Please, if possible let me know ahead of time if you will be needing one. I do have a sliding scale for those unable to make the full payment. Please contact me personally to discuss your situation and we can work it out.

Hours

CONTENT INTRODUCING PRACTITIONER'S AVAILABLITY:

Monday 10a — 9p
Tuesday 2p — 8p
Wednesday 9a — 6p (on capitol hill)
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Training and Accreditations

WA state doh East Asian Medicine Practitioner EAMP (formerly L. Ac.), Diplomate (NCCAOM), Acupuncture Detox Specialist (NADA)

Black sash in Qi Gong, Tai Chi, and Kung Fu (Knight)

 

Background

I am a native Seattleite, born and raised here in the beautiful northwest. Ever since my youth, I have been into the arts and I have worked as a professional musician since my teenage years. In high school, about the same time I began developing an interest in natural medicine I began studying Chinese martial arts. As part of my martial arts training I began practicing qi gong (lietrally 'energy work'), and this was my introduction to the world of the ancient Chinese healing arts. This way of looking at the world and of cultivating health, of modifying our lifestyle according to our personal situation and at the same time harmonizing with our environment; of growing with the seasons rather than fighting against them- resonated very deeply with me. I began to delve deeper into this rich tradition more and more and to experience its power in my own life. I realized that these were arts for me to cultivate and share with others. A few years later, after graduating from my undergraduate program at WWU I enrolled in the Wu Hsing Tao School here in Seattle to study acupuncture and east Asian medicine.

Resources

Healing with Whole Foods, by Paul Pitchford- a great nutritional guide.

Tao Te Ching, by Lao Tzu- there are many translations of this ancient text, and they all offer a different perspective.

The Gift, by Hafiz- beautiful poetry to brighten your day.

 

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