One of the oldest medical traditions, acupuncture involves stimulation of anatomical points on the body. Stimulation most commonly involves penetrating the skin with hair-thin, solid, metallic needles that are manipulated by the acupuncturist. People report different experiences, though most individuals report little or no pain. In fact, many people report feeling either energized or pleasantly relaxed following a treatment. Acupuncture is designed to restore a state of balance to the body by unblocking vital energy that according to traditional Chinese medicine flows through the body...

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Absolutely. Our goal is to provide you with the most comfortable and beneficial experience possible.

Yes, there are a few forms that need to be completed before scheduling your first massage or acupuncture appointment. This provides us with the information we need to best serve you and to verify your eligibility. It also ensures that we have communicated all of the information you need to know about our program, including the strict cancellation policy. Also, it allows you to choose a payment option for your appointment. It is our policy to arrange payment in advance of your appointment.

 

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Yes. Specific prices are listed for each appointment or class. Students: Full time students at Harvard College or a Harvard graduate school who have the Harvard University Student Health Plan (HUSHP) receive a discount of $20 discount on both acupuncture and one hour massage appointments, with some exceptions. Staff: Staff who have chosen Harvard University Group Health Plan (HUGHP) are eligible for discounts, not all staff. Family with current HUGHP coverage also receive the discounted rate. HUGHP members receive a discount for one hour massage, a special benefit for...

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The Center for Wellness does not routinely provide contact information for any of our instructors or therapists. However, you can leave your contact information with the Center for Wellness office and we will request that the instructor or therapist contact you.

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Appointments may be scheduled up to 90 days in advance, on a rolling basis.  Please note, appointments cannot be scheduled more than 90 days in the future.