Restore Balance. Relieve Pain. Energize Your Life.

At My Metro Medicine, we combine the healing power of acupuncture with the transformative benefits of Tai Chi and Qigong. This unique integration helps you not only relieve pain and stress but also strengthen your body’s energy, enhance circulation, and cultivate long-term wellness.​

How Acupuncture Works

Acupuncture involves gentle insertion of thin, sterile needles into specific points on the body. This stimulates energy flow (Qi) and promotes natural healing. It is safe, minimally invasive, and suitable for patients of all ages.

​What to Expect in Your First Visit:

1. Initial Assessment: Comprehensive evaluation of your health and wellness goals
2. Customized Plan: Targeted acupuncture and movement practices
3. Healing Sessions: 45-60 minutes of acupuncture with optional Tai Chi/Qigong integration
4. Ongoing Guidance: Lifestyle, movement, and wellness recommendations

Our Unique Approach

Acupuncture targets the body’s natural healing pathways, reducing pain, improving organ function, and supporting overall health. Tai Chi and Qigong, gentle movement and breathing practices rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, complement acupuncture by:

• Enhancing energy flow (Qi) throughout the body
• Increasing flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Reducing stress and promoting mental clarity
• Supporting recovery from chronic conditions and injuries

By combining these practices, we offer a holistic wellness experience that treats both the root cause and the symptoms of your health concerns.

Evidence-Based Benefits of Acupuncture​

Acupuncture has been extensively studied and shown to help with a wide range of conditions.

​Key benefits include:

• Chronic Pain Relief: Effective for back pain, osteoarthritis, neck pain, and chronic headaches (Vickers et al., 2012)
• Stress & Anxiety Reduction: Supports mood and mental clarity (Tan et al., 2024)
• Digestive Health: Helps manage IBS and other gastrointestinal issues (Qi et al., 2022)
• Immune System Support: Modulates immune responses (Wang et al., 2023)
• Sleep Improvement: Enhances sleep quality, including in Parkinson’s disease (Yan et al., 2024)

Why Choose My Metro Medicine

• Experienced Practitioner: Run by Dr. Justin Flinner (Dr. J), licensed and board-certified acupuncturist with over 10 years of experience.
• Experienced Instructor: U.S. National Martial Arts Champion Dr. J has nearly 30 years experience teaching and practicing Tai Chi, Qigong, and other martial art styles.
• Personalized Treatment Plans: Each session is tailored to your unique health profile and goals.
• Holistic Approach: We combine acupuncture with lifestyle guidance, nutrition support, and complementary therapies when needed.
• Comfortable, Relaxing Environment: Our clinic is designed to help you unwind and enjoy the healing process.
• Insurance Accepted: We gladly accept Aetna and CareFirst insurance for acupuncture services

Make an Appointment

Intake Form for New Patients

• At My Metro Medicine, we mainly offer convenient home visits to save you time and energy and further support your healing needs.
• If you are requesting a home visit, please indicate this in the Intake Form found when making your appointment.
• We also offer acupuncture appointments at VUIM in Tysons Corner, offering a convenient and professional environment option for your sessions.
• ​Book your appointment through our secure online system above.
• Be sure to click on the link to complete the required Intake Form.
• Appointments are personalized to your needs and typically last about 45-60 minutes. Initial appointments can last longer than 60 minutes. We recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred time.

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