Dr. Kim Windschauer Presents on Neuropathic and Chronic Pain at Global Integrative Medicine Conference

Speaking & Education · Neuropathy · Chronic Pain · Clearwater, FL · Pinellas County · March 11–12, 2026

Dr. Kim Windschauer, DACM, L.Ac., founder of Acupuncture of West Florida in Clearwater, Florida, was invited to present at the 17th Global Webinar on Traditional and Integrative Medicine, held March 11–12, 2026.

Her presentation, “Integrative Acupuncture Approaches for Neuropathic Pain, Chronic Pain, and Functional Neurological Conditions,” shared her clinical perspective on the use of acupuncture and integrative approaches for patients experiencing complex and often persistent symptoms. The international webinar brought together healthcare professionals, researchers, practitioners and educators to discuss developments across traditional and integrative medicine.

At Acupuncture of West Florida, Dr. Windschauer focuses on treating patients with complex conditions, including peripheral neuropathy, chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, chronic pain and neurological symptoms.

Her participation in the conference provided an opportunity to contribute her clinical experience to a broader conversation about the role acupuncture can play in integrative healthcare. Dr. Windschauer’s work is particularly focused on patients whose symptoms significantly affect their mobility, comfort and quality of life.

Neuromodulation of pain signaling — how targeted acupuncture techniques can influence the way pain signals travel through the nervous system

Central sensitization — approaches to calming an overreactive nervous system in patients with long-standing chronic pain

Microcirculation — improving blood flow to support nerve health and tissue repair

Neuroinflammation — reducing inflammatory processes linked to nerve irritation and chronic pain

Autonomic nervous system regulation — supporting the body’s balance of rest, digestion and stress response

Individualized, pattern-based treatment planning — using neuro-acupuncture techniques tailored to each patient’s specific peripheral and centrally mediated symptoms

Dr. Windschauer also shared clinical observations from her own practice, noting improvements among patients in pain intensity, sensory function, balance, motor coordination and overall functional capacity — outcomes she has seen across both structurally defined and functional neurological presentations.

Peripheral neuropathy can cause symptoms including numbness, tingling, burning, pain and changes in sensation, particularly in the hands and feet. Neuropathy may be associated with diabetes, chemotherapy and other underlying causes.

In her presentation, Dr. Windschauer explained how integrative acupuncture can work alongside conventional care for patients managing these conditions, rather than replacing it. Her approach emphasizes individualized treatment planning built around each patient’s specific presentation, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.

Acupuncture of West Florida evaluates patients individually and develops treatment plans based on their symptoms, history and clinical findings. Dr. Windschauer’s conference presentation explored approaches to neuropathic and chronic pain that reflect the same patient-centered philosophy used every day at the Clearwater clinic.

Education is an important part of Acupuncture of West Florida’s mission. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Windschauer participates in professional education, community wellness initiatives and conversations with healthcare professionals about how acupuncture may complement conventional care.

Opportunities such as the Global Webinar on Traditional and Integrative Medicine allow her to share clinical experience while continuing to build connections between acupuncture and the broader healthcare community.

Acupuncture of West Florida serves patients throughout Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Tampa and the greater Tampa Bay area. The clinic provides specialized acupuncture and integrative care for patients experiencing peripheral neuropathy, chronic pain, chemotherapy-related symptoms and other complex conditions.

To learn more about Dr. Kimberly Windschauer and Acupuncture of West Florida, explore our treatment resources or reach out to our Clearwater office.