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We offer an approachable, natural pathway, validated by thousands of years of practice, to better health and well-being for all in a convenient, peaceful and modern location.
For Modern Acupuncture River Oaks, located in Houston, it's in the delivery. Our nationwide locations offer the natural health benefits of acupuncture in highly accessible locations. You are likely to find us next to your favorite neighborhood grocer. From the moment you walk through our door, all five senses encounter an environment of relaxation and healing. Natural, earthy colors wash over you. The soft lighting allows your eyes to relax.
Rachel Eckroth, L.Ac. #01406Rachel fell in love with acupuncture during her career as a professional dancer. She relied on it to relieve the pain of old injuries, new aches and enhance her physical energy. Through acupuncture Rachel realized the inherent wisdom of the body to heal itself. She attended the American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (Houston, TX.) and received her Master’s degree.
Rachel is elated to be a part of the Modern Acupuncture team because of its commitment to making your life better. She is dedicated to working with her patients to find the most effective and nurturing path towards restoring health and well-being. She graciously treats a wide variety of conditions and health concerns ranging from pain (chronic and acute) to emotional/psychological concerns, digestive disorders and hormone imbalances.
Rachel has since retired from stage performance but regularly entertains her children and grandchildren ...and still sneaks in a bit of salsa dancing.
Nada Abu-Shafe, L.Ac. #AC01774Nada is a graduate of the American College Of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Houston, Texas. She also holds a Bachelors degree in Nutrition from University of Houston, and feels that the acupuncture field has a lot of connection to the nutrition field.
She decided to become an acupuncturist because she likes to help people feel better physically and emotionally. Her connection to acupuncture started as a patient when she had acupuncture treatments for migraines that worked very well.
Her favorite part of being an acupuncturist is when she has a patient who comes to her with pain, emotional stress, other issues and they leave saying “ I feel much better now”. She says it is very beautiful feeling to help people with their healing.
She decided to become part of the Modern Acupuncture team because she heard many positive things from her friends. She says it is an excellent opportunity to work in great place with great people. She also feels that Modern Acupuncture will open the door for many people to try acupuncture and learn about its many benefits.
When she’s not treating patients, Nada enjoys walking outside or in the park, especially when the weather is nice. She also enjoys reading, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family. When she has the time and resources she likes to travel and see different parts of the world.
Monica Andrea Vargas # AC 1969Monica attended the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego, California. She decided to become an acupuncturist after taking her sister’s cat to a holistic veterinarian and had the opportunity to witness what the wonders acupuncture can do for pain management. This event changed her career path and life mission, and since then, she has been committed to helping others find relief from chronic pain through acupuncture. Modern Acupuncture’s mission to make acupuncture mainstream through the delivery of consistent and affordable care is why Monica choose to become part of the team. Being able to help others find balance in their health and wellness is what she loves most about her job. Outside of work, Monica enjoys reading, watching, or listening to material about spiritual/personal growth, and listening to music.
Marie P. Fruchtnicht, MAOM, Dipl. O.M. (NCCAOM), L.Ac. #ACO1479Marie Graduated from The American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Houston, TX. She studied abroad in both the Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of TCM, Hangzhou, P.R. China and the Luzhou Medical College, Sichuan, P.R. China. Her interest in acupuncture started when an acupuncturist helped her turn a corner in her recovery from an injury that required a spinal fusion. Marie found hope again as she regained her strength and ability to live pain free. As a practitioner, she has seen acupuncture treat the whole family unit from a young child to end of life care. Marie says, “It fits all lifestyles and I encourage everyone to experience the benefits for themselves from better sleep, to less pain, and overall well-being no matter what life throws at you.” She is excited to be part of the Modern Acupuncture team because she believes in its mission to make lives better with an accessible approach to acupuncture. Plus, it's a beautiful atmosphere to work in! When asked what she loves most about Houston, Marie says “One of the things I love most about Houston is the people. There is still that southern kindness to be found, and yet a wonderfully fun diversity of global cultures.”
Read what our patients have to say about Modern Acupuncture River Oaks located in Houston.
I LOVE Modern Acupuncture! I needed help with hormonal balance/hot flashes that I wanted to treat naturally if possible. At the time Modern Acupuncture just opened so I gave it a shot and boy am I glad I did! Not only did acupuncture help relieve my hot flashes, I was suddenly able to sleep well on the days I had my treatments (I was never a good sleeper). I couldn’t believe how acupuncture helped my stress, it was an added benefit that I didn’t know would happen. Most recently, the team has helped me with shoulder/neck pain that I spent a year and a half working with a chiropractor with minimal relief, when I brought up the problem to MA, I am seeing a huge difference in my range of motion and I actually have days where I have no pain (that hasn’t happened in years!). I can’t express how grateful I am for finding Modern Acupuncture, Rachel, Marie and Monica! They and the whole team at Modern Acupuncture are absolutely amazing!!
I love my acupuncturist, Rachel Eckroth. I have been with her for years and she is the best. Modern Acupuncture has made this treatment easy and affordable. I am so grateful to the owners for investing in this franchise and bringing it to Houston!
Modern Acupuncture brings an ancient Chinese wellness tool into a more understandable, affordable and convenient framework. I sleep better every night after acupuncture.
I've bee treated for anxiety and inflammation. Rachel is great, Katy and Chelsea are so helpful. Improved youth in face!
After my first visit my hip pain decreased by almost 60%! I was pleasantly surprised! I have told all my friends. The staff is great too.
This clinic is owned and operated by ModAcu River Oaks, LP
In some states, clinics are owned and operated by a professional corporation and managed by a Modern Acupuncture franchisee. All professional services are performed by licensed acupuncturists. More details, including ownership and information about the licensed Acupuncturists at a particular clinic, are available at the clinic. Individual and treatments may vary. Not intended to constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Acupuncture is administered by acupuncturists who are licensed professionals with masters or doctorates of Chinese Medicine. On average in the US it takes more than 2,000 hours to be eligible to earn an acupuncture license. Modern Acupuncture is a proud partner of the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM®) and provides ongoing training.
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