How Acupuncture Relieves Stress, Improves Sleep, and Eases Muscle Pain
A Natural Way to Restore Balance
In a city that never stops moving, many New Yorkers struggle with stress, poor sleep, and chronic muscle tension. At Metro Wellness NYC, our goal is to restore balance naturally through personalized, evidence-based care.
Our resident acupuncturist, Dr. Jessie Gao, brings years of professional experience and a gentle, compassionate approach to every treatment. She combines traditional Chinese medicine principles with modern, evidence-based methods to help patients achieve deep relaxation and lasting results.
1. Stress Relief Through Nervous System Regulation
Acupuncture is one of the most effective natural treatments for stress relief. It helps calm the autonomic nervous system, reducing the “fight or flight” response while activating your body’s natural relaxation mode.
Through precise needling, acupuncture releases endorphins and serotonin, easing anxiety and promoting emotional balance.
🧠 Evidence: Studies published in Frontiers in Neuroscience show that acupuncture reduces cortisol levels (the primary stress hormone) and supports better emotional regulation.
Dr. Gao’s approach focuses on identifying underlying stress patterns unique to each patient. Many leave her sessions describing a sense of clarity, calm, and grounded energy that carries through their week.
2. Improved Sleep Quality
Sleep and stress are deeply connected — and acupuncture can help with both. Dr. Gao often treats patients suffering from insomnia, restless sleep, or early waking, helping them restore their natural sleep rhythm.
Acupuncture promotes the release of melatonin, supports deeper relaxation, and reduces nighttime hyperarousal — the main barrier to restorative sleep.
🌙 Clinical Insight: A Sleep Medicine Reviews study found that acupuncture significantly improved sleep efficiency and duration compared to placebo interventions.
Patients treated by Dr. Gao often report better sleep quality and improved daytime energy after just a few sessions.
3. Relief for Muscle Pain and Tension
Whether your muscle pain stems from desk work, stress, or athletic activity, acupuncture can help alleviate it.
By improving circulation and reducing inflammation, acupuncture helps release tight muscles and promote healing. It’s an excellent complement to chiropractic adjustments and physical therapy, especially for chronic tension and overuse injuries.
💪 Clinical Note: Acupuncture activates myofascial trigger points — similar to dry needling — but with a holistic focus on restoring full-body balance.
Dr. Gao’s expertise allows her to combine traditional meridian-based techniques with a deep understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy, helping patients recover faster and move more freely.
Meet Dr. Jessie Gao – Metro Wellness NYC’s Acupuncture Expert
Dr. Jessie Gao is a highly trained, board-certified acupuncturist with years of experience treating stress, insomnia, chronic pain, and musculoskeletal conditions. Her practice blends Eastern healing traditions with a modern, patient-centered approach.
Patients appreciate her calm demeanor, attention to detail, and ability to make each treatment session both therapeutic and deeply relaxing.
At Metro Wellness NYC, Dr. Gao works closely with our chiropractors and physical therapists to create customized treatment plans that address the root cause of pain — not just the symptoms.
Experience True Balance and Relief
If you’re ready to relieve stress, sleep better, and ease muscle tension naturally, schedule a consultation with Dr. Jessie Gao at Metro Wellness NYC. Discover how acupuncture can help restore harmony and improve your overall health.
📞 Call: 212-202-0065
📱 Text: 917-382-0980
📧 Email: info@metrowellnessnyc.com
📍 Address: 64 W 48th St, Suite 608, New York, NY 10036
