Business Details
Portland's Premier Dry Needling & Acupuncture Clinic
At To The Point PDX, we specialize in delivering precise and personalized therapeutic solutions through dry needling and acupuncture. Our practice combines modern techniques with traditional Chinese medicine to address musculoskeletal pain, chronic conditions, and wellness goals. Founded by Dr. Sarah Stevens, a dual-licensed practitioner with over a decade of clinical expertise, our team prioritizes evidence-based care tailored to individual needs. We focus on releasing muscle trigger points, improving mobility, and restoring energetic balance to empower patients toward optimal health. Our practitioners hold advanced certifications in dry needling methodologies and maintain affiliations with leading institutions, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficacy.With a commitment to patient education and holistic well-being, we serve individuals seeking non-invasive, drug-free pain management solutions. Our services cater to athletes, travelers, and local clients dealing with acute injuries or chronic pain syndromes. Recognized for our expertise in Oregon, we continue to advance our knowledge through teaching roles and national speaking engagements. By integrating manual therapy with needling techniques, we provide comprehensive care that addresses both symptoms and underlying imbalances.
Services
Dry Needling
Acupuncture
Animal Acupuncture
Travel Accommodations
Parking
Highlights and features
- We employ certified dry needling specialists with advanced training from Myopain Seminars
- Our practitioners are dual-licensed in acupuncture and Chinese medicine
- We offer evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual recovery goals
- Our clinic houses nationally recognized experts in needling techniques
- We maintain in-network status with major insurance providers
What people say
First rate skills
Nagging pain relief
Knowledgeable practitioners
Effective treatments
Professional environment
Services
Dry Needling
Dry needling targets muscle trigger points to relieve pain and improve mobility. This technique involves inserting thin needles to stimulate twitch responses that release tension. Evidence-based protocols address acute injuries, chronic pain syndromes, and athletic recovery needs.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture restores bodily energy balance through strategic needle placement. Our practitioners use traditional Chinese medicine principles to treat stress, digestive issues, fertility challenges, and chronic pain. Each session combines 40 minutes of needle retention with personalized care.
Travel Accommodations
We assist out-of-town patients with lodging arrangements near our clinic. Partner hotels include The Hotel Grand Stark and DoubleTree by Hilton. Our location provides convenient access from Portland International Airport for traveling clients.
People
Dr. Sarah Stevens, LAc
Owner & Lead Practitioner
Doctor of Acupuncture with dual licensing in Oregon and Minnesota. National speaker on dry needling for runners. Faculty member at National University of Natural Medicine. Combines athletic experience with clinical expertise.
Christina Lambert, LAc
Acupuncturist
Licensed acupuncturist in-network with Aetna. Specializes in traditional Chinese medicine techniques. Provides personalized treatment plans integrating needle therapy with holistic wellness strategies for diverse patient needs.
Questions
What's the difference between dry needling and acupuncture?
Dry needling targets muscle trigger points using thicker needles for twitch response, while acupuncture focuses on energy flow through thinner needle placements following Chinese medicine principles.
Which conditions respond best to treatment?
Musculoskeletal issues like back pain, neck pain, and sports injuries show best results. We also effectively treat chronic pain syndromes and energy imbalance conditions like stress and digestive issues.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans typically range 6-10 sessions for dry needling and 10-20 for acupuncture, depending on condition severity and individual response patterns.
Do you accept insurance?
We're in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, PacificSource, and Aetna. We provide superbills for other insurers and assist with benefits verification.
Is dry needling painful?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort during needle insertion. Our certified practitioners use gold-standard needles and techniques that prioritize smooth insertion and effective treatment.
Are practitioners licensed?
Yes, our team holds dual licensing in acupuncture and dry needling. We maintain active certifications from recognized institutions including Myopain Seminars.
Reviews (6)
James
Oct 24, 2021
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I came to Sarah as a skeptic who had never tried acupuncture. After a hamstring injury, my girlfriend (medical student) insisted I try dry needling immediately. Not only did Sarah's treatment help me recover in record time, but she also helped set me on a path to healing chronic pain from old knee injuries. I cannot speak highly enough and I've already recommended her to my closest friends.
Bekah Peterson
Oct 20, 2021
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I highly recommend Dr. Herschorn! I have worked with her for both my low back and hip pain and I always leave her office feeling 10x better. Not only does she provide great chiropractic care but provides me with the knowledge to help fix my own ailments at home and in the gym.
Jenn Bluhm
Jul 20, 2021
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Sarah and her team are wonderful to work with. I trust them with my health completely, and as a added bonus they make the insurance billing process a breeze. The atmosphere is very calming and my visits always prove to be a stress free time.
Cindi Jo Cheaney
Jun 18, 2021
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Sarah Hammer, the Chief Acupuncturist, is extremely professional. I had some issues with billing and rescheduling, she was on top it it immediately. I felt heard and cared for. Christina, one of the acupuncturists is top notch and has helped me tremendously with back pain and hip, leg pain.
Samantha Avnet
Jun 17, 2021
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Sarah is an incredibly skilled acupuncturist and is passionate about helping others to live a pain-free life. She is a wealth of knowledge, her treatments are very effective, and she is so personable and professional that I instantly feel at ease in her company and clinic. If you are looking for an acupuncturist that can help with injury and pain management and who is knowledgable in Dry Needling techniques, look no further. Lasting relief is available to you at To The Point PDX.
Andreas Golden
Apr 01, 2021
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I can't thank Sarah enough for her dry needling treatment. I have been dealing with a significant spinal injury over the last four months, and the dry needling I've received at To The Point has been the most helpful treatment by far. I've had to see four different specialists, had conversations about surgery, and been on and off several different medications, but nothing has been as helpful as the treatments Sarah has provided me. As a skeptic, I was completely blown away by the effectiveness of dry needling for pain management and therapeutic recovery. Sarah is a true healer, in every sense of
