
Acupuncture for Peripheral Neuropathy

More than 20 million people in the United States have been estimated to have some form of peripheral neuropathy, which is a result of damage to the nerves located outside of the brain and spinal cord (peripheral nerves), and this damage is commonly caused by lack of blood flow in the hands and feet. A lack of blood flow results in a lack of nutrients; the nerves then begin to degenerate and die which causes pain ranging from discomfort to debilitating.
Our technique focuses on increasing blood flow by stimulating blood vessels for regrowth providing the peripheral nerves with the proper nutrients to heal and repair.
Indeed, studies show that acupuncture is an effective treatment for peripheral neuropathy. The idea is to prevent disease by keeping the nerves active and engaged.
Meet Our Practitioner

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Hong Gao
LAc CMD
MD (in China)
Hong Gao is a third-generation practitioner of Chinese medicine who graduated from Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine in 1991 after completing an intensive five-year acupuncture program—the foundation for her distinguished global career.
Her clinical journey began at the 7th Hospital in Harbin, China, expanding through practices in Japan, Canada, and the United States. From 2017 to 2023, Hong successfully owned and operated the Gao Acupuncture Center in Frederick, Maryland.
In 2024, Hong established the Troy Acupuncture & Wellness Center after relocating to Michigan. This new practice continues her commitment to integrating traditional Chinese medicine with contemporary wellness principles.
Certification
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Acupuncture: National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
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Oriental Medicine: National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
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Clean Needle Technique; Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Our Location @ Troy Medical Plaza
1777 Axtell Drive, Suite 102, Troy, MI 48084
Phone: 248-509-0766
Email: care@troyaw.com
