Acupuncture in Manhattan is a complementary health center located in New York City's Flatiron neighborhood. At Acupuncture in Manhattan we use both Western medical knowledge and traditional Chinese wisdom to help you attain health and live in harmony with your demanding surroundings. We provide state of the art treatment in an environment that is calm, supportive, and truly patient-centered.
Founded by Ayla Yavin MS LAC - a licensed acupuncturist and board-certified Chinese herbalist, we draw on ancient Chinese acupuncture and herbal medicine as well as modern Western nutrition to develop a treatment plan that is unique to your needs and lifestyle. Together, we will set you on your path to a fulfilling, symptom free life.
Founded by Ayla Yavin MS LAC - a licensed acupuncturist and board-certified Chinese herbalist, we draw on ancient Chinese acupuncture and herbal medicine as well as modern Western nutrition to develop a treatment plan that is unique to your needs and lifestyle. Together, we will set you on your path to a fulfilling, symptom free life.
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When it comes to the body, there is no truer statement than "everything is connected." Specifically, our bodies are connected via connective tissue known as fascia. Fascia wraps around organs, bones and muscles and is what gives are bodies shape. The fascia network is a messenger system like the nervous system; in fact, the nervous system, blood vessel and lymph all travel through fascia.
Herbs are an integral aspect of a Chinese Medicine Treatment. Herbs greatly enhance the effect of acupuncture because they can boost internal deficiencies as well as eliminate harmful substances that accumulate pathologically. Customized herbal formulas are based on ancient combinations that are cooked together into a tea.
Tui Na is a manual bodywork technique similar to massage that utilizes Chinese channel theory as well as ideas of supplementing, draining, and harmonizing to promote the smooth flow of Qi. As a complement to acupuncture, I combine Tui Na methods with Western thoughts on anatomy, physiology, and orthopedic injury to manually target areas where injuries and tension have created stagnation and pain.
Sometimes, we need to get things really moving to unblock and detoxify your system. That's when it's time to add moxibustion to your acupuncture treatments. Moxibustion is the ancient method of burning dried mugwort leaves, or "Mogusa, " on or near the skin. Mogusa can increase blood flow to areas of injury and warm areas where cold accumulates.
Western medicine has only discovered in the last century what Chinese doctors have known for millennia. The foundation of a healthy diet is regularity and balance. You should eat calmly, slowly, and at regular intervals throughout the day. We separate food into flavors: salty, bitter, sweet, spicy, sour, and bland - each of which acts on the body in a specific way.
Reviews (10)
Anne Bucciarelli
Jan 10, 2021
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There aren’t enough words to describe Ayla. She cares deeply about her clients, and is always available should you need a quick last minute appointment. I was a total skeptic re acupuncture and she made me a believer. I feel 10x lighter and at peace after my appointments. I’ve come in with sciatica so painful I could barely walk, and the next day it’s practically gone. So stressed out and leave calm. But most importantly, Ayla is an amazing listener, healer and human.
Kim Santantonio
Sep 29, 2019
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I love Ayla Yavin and her acupuncture team. They are all so professional and kind. I never felt any pain during my sessions and always left feeling better than when I came in. I always felt relaxed when I walked into the office. It's a beautiful space.
Anyone would be lucky to visit Ayla and her team.
Anyone would be lucky to visit Ayla and her team.
Gerald Jarvis
Oct 20, 2018
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Ayla is the best. Friendly and personable. Nice office and very good at what she does. I have been seeing her to help with damaged nerves in my leg that conventional medicine is unable to fix. The acupuncture has helped and my leg does not drag as much as it did before. The stimulation the acupuncture has provided has definitely increased the nerve activity in my leg. I am sure this is going to be a long term slow improvement and my leg may never be fully healed but Ayla's knowledge has helped and my leg keeps slowly improving rather than getting worse as the regular doctors believed it would.
Marsha
Aug 30, 2018
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Mark Mann
Jul 28, 2018
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Long story short I am beyond thrilled and to be honest suprised at how Aylas treatment fixed my back pain.
I have no idea how this works but for someone who was headed towards mri's and potential surgery, four sessions and im currently pain free.
Aylas practise is freindly and professional and as a bit of a cynic she made me feel comfortable and explained everything she was doing.
As my only experoence with accupuncture i have nothing to compare it to but for me it was a miracle..
Thank you Ayla.
I have no idea how this works but for someone who was headed towards mri's and potential surgery, four sessions and im currently pain free.
Aylas practise is freindly and professional and as a bit of a cynic she made me feel comfortable and explained everything she was doing.
As my only experoence with accupuncture i have nothing to compare it to but for me it was a miracle..
Thank you Ayla.
Sarah Price
Jun 27, 2018
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Ayla is incredibly calming and effective in her practice. Since seeing her she has treated me for many things such as tension headaches, TMJ, and ankle/foot injuries— as well as cold/flu. She is extremely effective and each time I leave her practice I am grateful that I found her and even more grateful that I am fortunate enough to go see her.
Kenny Ingram
Jan 25, 2018
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Ayla ‘s setting in Accupunture is a stress free environment and allows you to relax. Your experience starts as soon as you step in. She sits and discusses you and allows you to tell her what you issues are. May it be physical, emotional or any other issues that may be concerning. She is also very knowledgeable about your body and nutritional needs.
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Michelle Buhler
Jan 05, 2018
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Ayla is wonderful! I was experiencing serious back pain, and through a series of visits, she alleviated my back pain greatly. Ayla seems to take a holistic approach in her practice. I look forward to receiving her seasonal newsletters with advice on how to approach the upcoming time of year. I highly recommend Ayla as an acupuncturist.
Tatiana Lizcano
Jul 25, 2017
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Jeslyn Kelly
Nov 04, 2015
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It’s taken me far too long to write this review, because, frankly, I don’t write them often. Ok, ever. But Ayla and her practice have earned my highest recommendation by word of mouth for years now, and I thought it was about time to spread the praise to a wider audience. Ayla is a top notch care-giver because of her expertise, knowledge and thoughtfulness. But beyond those primary qualities, her deep empathy and ability to make me laugh are healing to me even before the needles or herbs come into play. I’m very picky about my health care, and put a lot of time and thought into choosing who
