Augusta Acupuncture Clinic · Video series
Clearing the Confusion
Straightforward answers about acupuncture and your care.
A closer look at the questions patients bring to our clinic. Join Dr. Eric Sherrell for short conversations about acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and getting started in Augusta and the surrounding CSRA.
Start here · 1:36Getting started
Get to know the practitioner, the approach, and what to expect before your first appointment.
1:36Watch nowMeet Dr. Eric Sherrell
Choosing a clinic starts with knowing who will be listening to you. From an introduction to Chinese medicine through martial arts to work on an integrative hospital team, this short conversation traces Dr. Sherrell’s path into practice and the responsibilities he brings to each patient relationship.
- The background behind his approach to care
- Why listening, collaboration, and referral matter
3:49Watch nowWhat Chinese Medicine Really Is
Why does an acupuncturist ask about sleep or digestion when your main concern is pain? This introduction looks at the traditional framework behind those questions and how the clinic considers a broader health history. It also covers the role of medical records, conventional testing, and working alongside other clinicians.
- How the clinic looks beyond a single symptom
- Where previous test results fit into the conversation
0:51Watch nowDo Acupuncture Needles Hurt?
A close look at an acupuncture needle can answer questions that a description alone cannot. In this brief demonstration, Dr. Sherrell shows the needle and talks about the sensations involved. It is a useful starting point for discussing comfort, concerns, and what you would like to understand before treatment.
- See an acupuncture needle up close
- Bring your questions about treatment sensations
2:08Watch nowWhat to Expect at Your First Acupuncture Visit
Get familiar with the clinic before walking through the door. This tour follows the route from the front desk to the consultation space and treatment rooms. Your first appointment focuses on a health-history review and exam; treatment is not included in that initial visit. The team arranges appointments by phone.
- A walkthrough of the clinic and check-in process
- What the initial conversation and evaluation involve
Understanding your options
Explore treatment plans, compare approaches, and prepare useful questions about your care.
1:47Watch nowHow Acupuncture Pricing and Treatment Plans Work
The cost of care depends on the plan being discussed. This video looks at why treatment frequency, additional services, and personal goals can differ from one patient to another. Use it to prepare questions about what a proposed plan includes, then confirm current pricing and payment options with the clinic.
- Why recommendations are tailored to the individual
- Questions to ask about visits, services, and costs
2:19Watch nowDry Needling vs. Acupuncture: What’s the Difference?
Similar-looking needles can make it difficult to tell these approaches apart. This discussion considers treatment focus, practitioner experience, and the questions worth asking before choosing a provider. It offers a starting point for understanding the terminology and having a more informed conversation about the area you want treated.
- The treatment approaches discussed in the video
- Why a provider’s training and experience deserve attention
2:47Watch nowAcupuncture vs. Chiropractic vs. Massage
When several care options seem relevant, knowing what each practitioner focuses on can help you decide what to ask next. This conversation explores the roles of acupuncture, chiropractic care, and massage, along with the clinic’s approach to coordinated care and referring patients when another type of evaluation may be appropriate.
- Different roles in a broader care plan
- When collaboration or referral enters the discussion
3:09Watch nowWhy Your MRI Can Look Normal When You Still Hurt
An imaging report may answer one question and leave others open. This video looks at the broader evaluation of persistent pain, including movement and symptoms that may need attention beyond the area shown on a scan. It offers context for a more informed conversation about what to investigate next.
- Why persistent symptoms deserve a fuller conversation
- Looking at movement, history, and the area around the pain
Everyday questions & access to care
Conversations about rest, at-home approaches, and the practical steps involved in arranging care.
2:58Watch nowWhy You Wake Up at the Same Time Every Night
Repeated waking can raise questions about both sleep habits and stress. This discussion introduces the traditional Chinese medicine perspective on sleep patterns and the questions the clinic asks about rest. The traditional organ-clock framework is a perspective discussed in the video, not a diagnosis of organ disease based on waking time.
- The sleep patterns and daily stresses discussed
- What to bring up when talking about interrupted rest
2:16Watch now3 Acupressure Points You Can Try at Home
This demonstration introduces points on the hand, neck, and wrist and shows what gentle pressure looks like. Watch for the locations, the emphasis on comfort, and the limits of an at-home approach. Ask a qualified clinician whether acupressure is appropriate for you, particularly if you are pregnant or have a medical condition.
- See the three locations demonstrated
- Understand the distinction between self-care and an evaluation
2:21Watch nowWhy We Accept VA Coverage—But Not Other Insurance
Commercial insurance and VA-authorized care follow different processes at the clinic. This conversation explains the practice’s approach to billing and how that relates to treatment planning. Before making arrangements, confirm the current policy, your payment responsibilities, and any required VA authorization with the team; coverage is not automatic.
- The distinction between self-pay and VA-authorized care
- Which billing questions to clarify before a visit
Have a clearer picture of your next step?
Explore the New Patient Special, then call (706) 888-0707 to arrange your exam. Submitting an interest form does not book an appointment or request a callback. Serving Augusta and the surrounding CSRA.
Call (706) 888-0707 to arrange your visit.
These videos provide general education and reflect the topics discussed when they were recorded. They do not replace an individual medical evaluation. Results vary. Confirm current pricing and payment policies with the clinic. For VA-covered care, review our Veteran Program and referral information.