Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before your first visit.
Knowledge Base
Answers, Organized.
General Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine involving the insertion of very thin needles through the skin at strategic points on the body. It is primarily used to treat pain and increasingly used for overall wellness, including stress management.
Very safe when performed by a licensed acupuncturist. We use single-use, sterile, disposable needles — never reused. Dr. Winke is a board-certified, Florida-licensed acupuncturist (DACM, L.Ac.).
Needles are hair-thin — most people feel little to nothing, sometimes a brief pinch or a dull "heavy" sensation that signals the point is active. Most patients find sessions deeply relaxing, and many fall asleep.
Acupuncture stimulates specific points on the body that correspond to neural pathways and fascial planes, triggering the release of endorphins, modulating the autonomic nervous system, and reducing inflammatory markers. Modern research continues to validate what classical practitioners observed thousands of years ago.
It depends on the condition and how long you’ve had it. Acute issues may resolve in a few visits; chronic conditions like sciatica or fibromyalgia typically respond to a course of weekly sessions, with Dr. Winke reassessing your progress along the way.
New patient visits are 75 minutes. Signature Acupuncture and Cosmetic Acupuncture visits are 60 minutes. Signature Acupuncture with one enhancement is 75 minutes; with two enhancements it is 90 minutes. Express Acupuncture visits are 30 minutes.
Your Practitioner
Dr. Winke holds a Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) and is a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.), with a focus on pain and sports-medicine acupuncture in Boca Raton.
What to Expect
A full health history and consultation, an exam, and full treatment the same visit. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Plan for about 75 minutes.
Loose, comfortable clothing is best. We need access to your arms and legs and sometimes your back and abdomen. We provide draping for all treatments.
Yes — eat a light meal 1-2 hours before. Do not come on an empty stomach or immediately after a large meal.
We recommend avoiding intense exercise for a few hours after treatment. Light walking is fine.
Conditions & Effectiveness
A wide range — pain (back, neck, knee, sciatica, shoulder), headaches and migraines, stress and sleep, nerve issues (carpal tunnel, neuropathy), sports injuries, women’s health, and more. See our conditions menu.
Yes — there’s a substantial evidence base for pain conditions, headaches, and stress, among others. Our condition pages cite the specific studies for each.
Acupuncture reduces pain by stimulating A-delta and C nerve fibers, triggering endorphin and enkephalin release, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines, and modulating the pain gate mechanism in the spinal cord.
Acupuncture activates the parasympathetic nervous system, reduces cortisol levels, increases serotonin and dopamine, and promotes the deep relaxation response patients often describe as "acu-land."
Yes. Acupuncture has been shown to improve ovarian function, regulate menstrual cycles, reduce stress hormones that interfere with implantation, and improve uterine blood flow. Dr. Winke works with patients both independently and alongside IVF protocols.
Practical Questions
We do not accept insurance. We provide detailed superbills you can submit to your insurer for possible reimbursement, and offer transparent self-pay pricing.
New Patient Visit (75 min): $178. Signature Acupuncture (60 min): $148. Express Acupuncture (30 min): $108. Xpert Club packages available for significant savings. See our pricing page.
Choose “Bodywork - Cupping, Gua Sha, or Neuromuscular Massage” (30 minutes, $108). This single Bodywork option may include Cupping, Gua Sha / Muscle Scraping, Neuromuscular Massage, Manual Therapy, or a combination selected after a brief clinical review.
There are 21 Xpert Club packages across four treatment lines:
- Acupuncture: six packages — three returning-patient and three new-patient options.
- Express Acupuncture: three returning-patient packages for focused 30-minute visits.
- Bodywork: six packages — three returning-patient and three new-patient options. Each new-patient package includes one Bodywork - New Patient Visit.
- Cosmetic combinations: six packages pairing Cosmetic Acupuncture with Microneedling for returning or new patients.
Silver, Gold, and Xpert tiers contain 5, 10, or 15 total visits and show the exact package total plus a per-visit figure rounded to the nearest dollar.
One Park Place, 621 NW 53rd St., Suite 125, Boca Raton, FL 33487. Easy parking, ground floor access.
Monday 10 AM – 4 PM, Tuesday 1 PM – 7 PM, Thursday 10 AM – 4 PM, Friday 10 AM – 4 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM. Wednesday and Sunday closed.
Book online at book.AcupunctureXperts.com or call us at (561) 709-6512. New patients can complete intake forms online before arriving.
Unlock Your Healing Potential.
Still have questions? We’d love to talk.