Veterans in Naples: How to Use VA Benefits for Acupuncture Care - I Am Designed to Heal
17291
wp-singular,post-template-default,single,single-post,postid-17291,single-format-standard,wp-theme-bridge,bridge-core-3.0.9,qi-blocks-1.4.9,qodef-gutenberg--no-touch,bridge,ehf-footer,ehf-template-bridge,ehf-stylesheet-bridge,qode-page-transition-enabled,ajax_fade,page_not_loaded,,qode-theme-ver-29.7,qode-theme-bridge,disabled_footer_top,disabled_footer_bottom,wpb-js-composer js-comp-ver-7.9,vc_responsive,elementor-default,elementor-kit-3473

Veterans in Naples: How to Use VA Benefits for Acupuncture Care

20 Feb Veterans in Naples: How to Use VA Benefits for Acupuncture Care

Posted at 11:11h in Getting to Know Alik, Our Treatments, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Veterans, Wellness by
0 Likes

Naples has a strong community of veterans — and more are learning that the VA now recognizes acupuncture as an approved treatment. With a referral from your VA provider, you may be eligible to receive acupuncture locally from a VA-recognized practitioner like Dr. Alik.

Acupuncture and the VA: What You Need to Know

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs includes acupuncture in its Whole Health System, acknowledging its role in managing chronic pain, PTSD, sleep disorders, and more .

How Naples Veterans Can Access Acupuncture Through VA Benefits

  1. Speak with your VA primary care provider.

  2. Request a Community Care referral specifically for acupuncture.

  3. Once approved, schedule your sessions with a VA-recognized practitioner in Naples.

Benefits of Acupuncture for Veterans

  • Chronic pain relief: Studies show acupuncture can significantly reduce pain intensity for veterans .

  • PTSD support: Clinical trials report improvements in hyperarousal, anxiety, and overall well-being .

  • Better sleep: Acupuncture regulates melatonin and improves sleep architecture .

Why Choose a VA-Recognized Practitioner in Naples

Not all practitioners are VA-certified. Dr. Alik’s recognition by the VA ensures that veterans in Naples can receive trusted, evidence-based care under their benefits.

Call to Action:
If you’re a veteran in Naples, ask your VA provider for a referral to Dr. Alik — a VA-recognized acupuncturist dedicated to your care.

References:
6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. “Acupuncture.” VA Whole Health Library.
7. Coan RM, et al. “Acupuncture for the treatment of pain in veterans: a systematic review.” Med Acupunct. 2019.
8. Hollifield M, et al. “Acupuncture for posttraumatic stress disorder: a randomized controlled pilot trial.” J Nerv Ment Dis. 2007.
9. Zhao K. “Acupuncture for the treatment of insomnia.” Int Rev Neurobiol. 2013.

Tags:
, , , , , , , , , , , , ,