If you’re still experiencing symptoms months or years after COVID-such as dizziness, fatigue, brain fog, or shortness of breath-you’re not alone. Many people continue to face these health challenges, even when standard tests come back “normal.” Your symptoms are real, and you deserve care that addresses your whole experience.

In my practice, I’ve met many patients who felt dismissed or left in limbo after seeing multiple providers without relief. Together, we’ve worked through their health issues using a blend of acupuncture, targeted herbal support, lifestyle adjustments, and simple steps like daily electrolyte hydration. I frequently see progress-sometimes subtle at first, like steadier energy or clearer thinking, but these gains build over time.

Understanding Long COVID: The Role of Inflammation
Recent research suggests that ongoing inflammation is a key factor in long COVID. This chronic immune activation can affect many systems-respiratory, neurological, digestive, and emotional-leading to the lingering symptoms many experience.  Acupuncture can help!

Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture is a holistic therapy that helps your body recalibrate.  It can support long COVID recovery because acupuncture:

• Reduces systemic inflammation: Acupuncture helps regulate immune responses and decrease inflammation, which may be fueling your symptoms

• Supports immune function: It encourages a balanced immune state, helping your body respond appropriately to ongoing challenges.

• Enhances respiratory health: Treatments often include points to open the chest, nourish Lung Qi, and support better breathing and energy.

• Clears brain fog and dizziness: By supporting key organ systems in TCM-like the Liver, Spleen, and Kidneys-acupuncture may improve mental clarity and overall vitality.

Calming the Nervous System
One of acupuncture’s most powerful effects is its ability to calm the nervous system. Many long COVID patients are stuck in a “fight-or-flight” state, leading to anxiety, restlessness, and poor sleep. Acupuncture activates the parasympathetic (“rest and repair”) system, helping restore a sense of safety and deepening your body’s ability to heal.

A Personalized, Holistic Plan
Every person’s journey is unique. When you come in, we’ll look at your full story-what you’ve experienced, how your body is functioning now, and what support will help you find balance again. Your plan may include:

• Acupuncture

• Herbal formulas

• Nutritional and lifestyle recommendations

• Daily electrolyte support for hydration and cellular energy

• Emotional and nervous system regulation

If you’re living with long COVID symptoms and still don’t feel like yourself, know that healing is possible. Your body isn’t broken-it may just need the right support to recalibrate. Acupuncture offers a gentle, holistic approach that can be integrated with other therapies to help you reclaim your health and restore energetic balance.

We hope to guide you on your path to recovery~

Dr. Kallie Harrison