- • Chronic pain usually needs a course of acupuncture, not a single visit.
- • Your first appointment starts with a conversation about your pain, history and goals.
- • Dr. Kim Windschauer, AP reviews progress with you and will tell you honestly if acupuncture isn't the right fit.
When pain stops being temporary
Most pain fades as an injury heals. Chronic pain is the kind that keeps going for three months or more: a lower back that aches every morning, a stiff neck that never quite loosens, knees or hands that hurt with arthritis, or pain that flares with weather and stress.
Many people who come to us have already seen their doctor, tried physical therapy or medication, and are looking for something to add alongside that care.
If you're searching for acupuncture for chronic pain in Clearwater, FL, this guide explains how Dr. Kim Windschauer, AP approaches back pain, neck pain, sciatica, arthritis and joint pain at our clinic, and what you can expect from your first visit onward.
Where acupuncture fits
Acupuncture uses very fine needles at specific points to calm overactive pain signals, ease muscle tension and help the body relax. It is commonly used for back pain, neck pain, joint pain, arthritis and headaches.
It is not a replacement for medical care. We work alongside your physician, and we will tell you if something you describe needs a medical check first.
Your first visit
Dr. Kim starts by asking where it hurts, how long it has been going on, what makes it better or worse, what you have already tried and what you most want to get back to — sleeping through the night, gardening, walking the beach.
Treatment itself is quiet. You rest in a warm room with fine needles in place. Most people describe a dull heaviness or warmth rather than pain, and many find it relaxing. Wear loose clothing and eat something beforehand.
What a treatment plan looks like
Long-standing pain usually needs repeated visits. Plans often start with weekly or twice-weekly sessions, then spread out as things settle. Dr. Kim sets a review point with you so you can look at the results together and decide whether to continue.
We track what matters to you: how you are sleeping, how far you can walk, and how often pain gets in the way of your day.
Finding us in Clearwater
Acupuncture of West Florida is at 3001 Executive Drive, Suite 150 in Clearwater, just off US-19, with free parking at the door — easy to reach when walking or sitting in a car is uncomfortable. We're open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
Patients come to us for pain care from across Pinellas County, including Safety Harbor, Dunedin, Largo, Palm Harbor, Oldsmar, Seminole and St. Petersburg, and from Tampa across the bay.
To find out whether acupuncture makes sense for your pain, book a free consultation or call 727-490-6060. Dr. Kim will give you an honest answer before you commit to a treatment plan.
Frequently asked
How many acupuncture sessions will I need for chronic pain?+
It depends on how long you've had the pain and what's causing it. Dr. Kim will suggest a plan at your first visit and set a point to review progress together.
Can I keep my current pain treatment?+
Yes. Acupuncture is usually used alongside the care your physician has prescribed. Don't stop or change medication without speaking to the doctor who prescribed it.
Do I need a referral?+
No. In Florida you can see a licensed acupuncture physician directly.
Related pages at Acupuncture of West Florida
- Chronic pain relief in Clearwater — How we approach long-standing pain
- Arthritis treatment — Knee, hip, hand and spine arthritis
- Acupuncture in Clearwater, FL — Our clinic, conditions and map
- Book a free consultation — Tell us about your pain and we'll call you back
Talk to Dr. Kim
Discuss whether complementary care fits your needs. A request is not a confirmed appointment.
3001 Executive Drive, Suite 150, Clearwater, FL 33762. One Clearwater clinic serving Tampa Bay.
Request a consultation727-490-6060