Acupuncture In  Greenville, SC

Dr. William Hendry combines 25 years of Chinese medicine experience with functional medicine training to address the root causes of chronic health conditions, not just their symptoms.

Unlike typical acupuncture clinics, our practice integrates advanced techniques like microcurrent electroacupuncture and Acupuncture Injection Therapy

(AIT) that most practitioners don’t offer.

His unique credentials—Accredited doctoral level education; Hospital accreditation with extensive research and treatment experience in both Oncology and Emergency

Medicine pain management; Co-author and investigator on numerous pain

management research studies, Past chair of the acupuncture advisory committee to the SC Medical Board—mean you receive customized evidence-based protocols rather than one-size-fits-all treatments.

How Acupuncture Actually Works

The history of Acupuncture in the U.S. includes many misunderstood ideas and

romanticized concepts about ancient Chinese medicine.

It is now clear that the early Chinese already had an in-depth appreciation of the highly complex nature of our nervous system. From this insight they developed a simple, yet profound way to interface with the body to reduce pain, optimize organ function and increase overall health. This procedure involved stimulating superficial nervous system structures by applying heat, pressure, or needle therapy, a process later labeled as “acupuncture” by Western medical doctors.

(Did you know the term “acupuncture” isn’t even a Chinese word?)

 It is well known that stimulation of these interconnected pathways can trigger

your body's innate pain-relief mechanisms, including measurable endorphin release. But

the ability of acupuncture to shift your autonomic nervous system out of “stress” mode

and into the “rest-and-repair mode” is often under-appreciated. The stress response,

when chronically elevated, is responsible for chronic inflammation, pain, organ

dysfunction, and accelerated aging. Elevated cortisol levels often accompany this state.

Acupuncture has demonstrated the ability to normalize cortisol levels as well as

optimize dopamine and serotonin, which not only play a crucial role in regulating mood,

sleep, appetite, but also in tissue repair. Acupuncture isn't a placebo effect—it is a

physical process that produces measurable neurochemical changes.

 Overall, healing is a complex affair involving multiple systems of the body. There is clear scientific evidence that acupuncture has a beneficial influence on multiple aspects of the healing process.

Our clinic has the ability to use multiple tools to amplify the acupuncture process. By

delivering precise microcurrent stimulation, electroacupuncture increases endorphin,

dopamine, and serotonin production. Similarly, Acupuncture Injection Therapy (AIT)

techniques like trigger point injection therapy, prolotherapy, and neural therapy, what we

like to call “Wet Needling”, can all enhance, accelerate, and extend treatment benefits.

Our difference: Most practitioners use basic needle insertion. We use technology-

enhanced protocols that consistently produce faster, longer-lasting results.

How much should an acupuncture session cost?

Typically ranges from $100-$200 per session based on practitioner credentials and treatment complexity. Basic practitioners offer standard needle insertion at lower rates, while specialists with advanced training charge premium fees. Dr. Hendry's comprehensive assessments, research-backed protocols, and unique hospital privileges represent the higher end, reflecting 25 years experience unavailable elsewhere in Greenville.

Who is not a good candidate for acupuncture?

Cannot receive: Severe bleeding disorders, blood thinners at therapeutic doses, active chemotherapy, extreme needle phobia, unstable psychiatric conditions
Need modifications: Pregnancy (avoid certain points), pacemakers (no electricity), children under 6, immunocompromised patients
Poor candidates: Those expecting instant cure, unwilling to complete treatment series, substance abuse during treatment

Does acupuncture reduce inflammation?

Yes, measurably. Reduces C-reactive protein, interleukin-6 within 4-6 sessions. Anti-inflammatory effects equal prescription NSAIDs without stomach/kidney damage. Triggers natural cortisol release and activates vagus nerve pathways. Blood tests show improvement after 8 sessions. Effects last 4-6 weeks between treatments.