Acupuncture Chronic Pain and Arthritis

I had knee replacement surgery three years ago, but I was still struggling with persistent pain, swelling, and limited range of motion despite trying various treatments. Nothing seemed to give me the relief I was hoping for. Since starting acupuncture with Dr. Alban, I’ve experienced remarkable improvement. My knee is significantly less swollen, the pain has decreased noticeably, and I’ve regained much more range of motion. These changes have made such a difference in my daily life and overall mobility. I recommend Dr. Alban to everyone I know – his expertise and treatment have truly helped me when other approaches fell short. If you’re dealing with chronic pain or recovery challenges, I can’t recommend him highly enough!

Shoulder pain had become a constant problem in my life, affecting not just my workouts and golf, but also my daily work. I’d tried various treatments, but it wasn’t until I sought out Dr. Alban’s acupuncture expertise that I found genuine relief. From our first session, Dr. Alban made me feel comfortable.  He exhibited a deep understanding of my pain and its implications on my life. Remarkably, after just a few visits of acupuncture and cupping, the pain started diminishing. I owe my restored mobility and zest for life to Dr. Alban. His services come highly recommended for anyone seeking effective pain relief.

I stumbled into Alban Acupuncture 3 years ago after trying countless things including doctors, specialist, and prescription medication. At the time I was having a host of issues that I didn’t know were intricately related. I suffered from endless cycles of adult acne which took a tole on my self confidence level. If that wasn’t enough, 7-12 days out of the month I would not feel myself with PMS symptoms ranging from chronic fatigue to mood swings and even such poor level of concentration as to be mentally absent at work. The nail in the coffin for me was interrupted sleep. I would wake up at 2 am and not sleep again till 7 am. That was what sent me searching for something wholistic. Glad to note that It turned out to be one of my best investment since moving to NYC. Working with Joseph at Alban Acupuncture has been an awesome journey. I started with telling him my problem areas and he quickly knew just what I was referring to and explained how the body functions work intercity together and the imbalance of one system impacts so many others. I did one session a week for three weeks and saw some results — at this point I was too curious so  I HAD to continue. 6 months in, I was pretty hooked. 3 years later I make sure to block time on my calendar for my weekly visits. I do weekly sessions and for the beginning part of my acupuncture  journey I took herbs that Joseph prescribed in between session so they work synergistically with the acupuncture to ignite an enhanced wholistic healing process. My sleep is nearly perfect, very low PMS symptoms, almost no acne, and any aches  and pains that come along with exercise leaves after my weekly session.  This is a part of my self-care routine and I encourage you to make it a consistent part of yours. Be patient with it and prioritize it … your body will thank you.

Dr. Alban has been an essential part of maintaining my health and happiness for the past 6 years.  From treating tendonitis in my knee (and helping me safely run over 6 marathons) to managing anxiety, gut/health issues and most recently treating and managing my long haul covid symptoms, I don’t know where I would be without his practice and compassionate approach to my treatment and overall wellbeing.  Regularly coming to his practice has been a game changer for me.

I have always had back pain here or there. But when I started jogging last spring, I began to have an intensely sharp pain in my tailbone area. X-rays showed nothing wrong. I went to a chiropractor for six months. The pain subsided some, but it was still painful. I could barely sit for five minutes without saving to get up or adjust. I started going to Joe after a colleague highly recommended him. Within three sessions the pain was substantially subsiding. Besides that, I felt better overall – I slept better, I was more relaxed, and I just felt good. After seeing Joe for about five months or so, the pain is completely gone. I’ve even increased my jogging schedule, but the pain is still gone! He also taught me stretching exercises to maintain my healing and recommended I take tai chi for strengthening my lower back. On another note, when I had a horrible sinus infection, I went to him for treatment. I woke up the next day and was almost 100% better. One acupuncture treatment and some herbs did the trick. I have already recommended Joe to several colleagues and will continue to go to him for maintenance as long as I live here. He is the nicest, caring, and talented person – I wouldn’t go to anyone else.

I came to Alban Acupuncture a year ago. My major concern was chronic pain in my neck, back and shoulder. I tried physical therapy, chiropractor, massage and acupuncture without lasting results. After a few months of being treated by Joseph, my condition significantly improved. Presently I’m coming once a month to maintain a good shape. I think Joseph’s method is unique because he combines acupuncture with Chinese massage. Joseph is also helping me with many other problems like palpitations, low energy, stress, seasonal allergies, old knee injury, ankle sprain… Joseph gives a lot of attention to his patients. His approach is holistic. In the beginning of my visit I tell Joe my current complains and he is addressing them in the same session with my chronic neck/back problems. Overall experience from my visits ( I commute from Staten Island to get there!) is so positive that I’d definitely recommend Alban Acupuncture to my friends.