Business Details
23 Years
experience
Holistic Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine in Knoxville
At Pure Acupuncture & Wellness, we harness the power of ancient Chinese Medicine to address modern health challenges through personalized, holistic care. With over 21 years of experience, our licensed acupuncturist, Amadea Brayden, brings expertise refined through advanced training under pioneers like Dr. Nader Soliman, creator of the Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment (SAAT). Our practice integrates acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and auricular therapy to treat conditions ranging from chronic pain and allergies to autoimmune disorders and women's health concerns. Unlike practitioners with limited training, our founder completed a rigorous 2,000-hour Master of Acupuncture program and maintains ongoing education through direct mentorship with leading clinics.We specialize in cardiovascular health support using pulse diagnostics, root-cause treatment of diabetes through dietary principles, and mast cell activation syndrome interventions that avoid herxheimer reactions. Our patients benefit from FDA-approved herbal formulas, batch-tested for purity, and customized to address both symptoms and underlying imbalances. By combining evidence-based practices with traditional wisdom, we deliver measurable outcomes such as 10-point A1C reductions in diabetic patients and lasting relief from alpha-gal allergies. We maintain strict ethical standards through secure health information protocols and transparent treatment processes that empower clients to understand and engage with their healing journey.
Services
Acupuncture Treatment
Chinese Herbal Medicine
SAAT Allergy Protocol
Auricular Medicine
Cardiovascular Health Assessment
Diabetes Management
Women's Health Support
Pain Relief Therapy
Autoimmune Disorder Treatment
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome Care
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 21 years of specialized experience in Chinese Medicine diagnostics and treatment
- Our founder received direct mentorship from Dr. Nader Soliman, developer of SAAT protocols
- We utilize FDA-approved, batch-tested herbal formulas with documented purity standards
- Our pulse-based diagnostic system identifies cardiovascular concerns before conventional methods
- We implement a patented protocol that strengthens immune function before pathogen elimination
Associations and certifications
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
What people say
Allergy symptoms gone
A1C levels dropped
Pregnancy support
Chronic pain relief
Digestive issues resolved
Services
Acupuncture Treatment
Our acupuncture services use distal point placement to create immediate pain relief by stimulating the nervous system's natural painkillers. With over two decades of practice, we treat chronic pain, migraines, and post-surgical recovery through a protocol that often shows results within three sessions. This approach works by improving vascular function and re-establishing neural connections that facilitate healing across musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiovascular systems.
SAAT Allergy Protocol
Specializing in Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment (SAAT), we address environmental, food, and alpha-gal allergies through a single-needle ear therapy that retrains immune responses. Developed by Dr. Nader Soliman, this non-invasive protocol typically requires one treatment per allergen, with 85%+ success rates in eliminating allergic reactions while avoiding herxheimer responses through immune system preparation.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Customized granule-based herbal formulas target root causes of health imbalances rather than just symptoms. Each prescription combines 5-25 FDA-approved herbs, batch-tested for purity, that evolve with your treatment progress. Our approach integrates pulse diagnostics to create formulations addressing diabetes, cardiovascular health, and autoimmune conditions more effectively than symptom-focused treatments.
Auricular Medicine
This specialized treatment combines neuromuscular testing with homeopathic remedies to address mast cell activation syndrome and chronic infections. Using non-invasive protocols developed by Dr. Paul Nogier and refined by Dr. Soliman, we identify and resolve systemic blockages through targeted ear stimulation that supports immune function without pharmaceutical side effects.
Cardiovascular Health Assessment
Our unique diagnostic approach identifies cardiovascular concerns through pulse readings that detect vascular stiffness and circulation issues before conventional methods. Combined with lifestyle recommendations and acupuncture therapy, this proactive strategy improves vascular function to address heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States.
People
Amadea Brayden
Licensed Acupuncturist
Amadea Brayden has 21 years of experience in Chinese Medicine, earning her Master of Acupuncture from NIAOM/Bastyr University. A Tennessee-licensed practitioner, she completed advanced training in SAAT protocols under Dr. Nader Soliman and served as Academic Dean at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat chronic pain, allergies (including alpha-gal), diabetes, autoimmune disorders, women's health issues, stress-related conditions, and cardiovascular health concerns using acupuncture, herbal medicine, and auricular therapy.
Is acupuncture painful?
Our distal acupuncture technique typically creates immediate relief without significant discomfort. Patients often feel only slight pressure during needle insertion, with most sessions lasting 30-45 minutes while lying comfortably.
Do you accept insurance?
We currently do not accept health insurance, but provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Payment options include cash or credit card for our acupuncture, herbal remedies, and specialized treatment protocols.
How does SAAT allergy treatment work?
SAAT uses ear acupuncture points to retrain immune responses to allergens. A small needle in the ear remains for 3-4 weeks while your body develops tolerance, typically resolving reactions to specific allergens through this non-invasive protocol.
What makes your herbal medicine different?
Our customized granule formulas use FDA-approved herbs batch-tested for purity, adjusted throughout treatment cycles. Unlike standardized products, prescriptions evolve with your condition using pulse diagnostics to address both symptoms and underlying imbalances.
How long does treatment take?
Initial evaluations identify treatment timelines based on condition complexity. Many patients see pain relief within three sessions, while chronic conditions like diabetes or autoimmune disorders typically require 3-6 months of consistent care for lasting improvement.
Reviews (7)
Tina N.
Jun 26, 2021
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Pure Acupuncture and Wellness is the best acupuncturist in Knoxville. The office smells like heaven when you walk in and I could feel the stress melting away. I was excited to receive a spa like experience during my treatment. My BCBS insurance was accepted for my treatments. Pure Acupuncture and Wellness just got certified to treat patients covered by VA Medical Insurance. I was treated with the upmost kindness and respect. I really appreciate the professionalism. Finally I found an acupuncturist that really cares.
Rich DeForest
Jun 03, 2021
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Pay now or pay a LOT later!!! Do you know just how much I HATE needles and blood????? Like, Ill drive around the block instead of driving passed a blood-drive van/bus... I HATE BLOOD!!!!!!!! Ok, but acupuncture is different!!! The needles are not being used to draw blood... if you see any at all!! And, Amadea knows how to make you feel incredibly relaxed and comfortable!!! Look, once you lose your health no many in the world can buy it back so you really need to go see my good friend Amadea and start getting healthy TODAY!!! Take a look at how beautiful and comfortable this office is!!!!
Mahwish Naseer
Feb 12, 2021
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I started seeing Amadea 3 months ago for headaches and cramps associated with my endometriosis. She has not only healed both of those issues but has helped me relieve so much stress and anxiety. She has the best best side manner I have ever seen and is so attentive to her patients needs. She is amazing at what she does! Highly recommend Pure Acupuncture and Wellness!!!
Joseph Shields
Sep 14, 2020
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Me and my family have been going to Pure Acupuncture for years. Great place, friendly owner and the herbal remedies are very effective. Highly recommended.
Maria Taydem
May 16, 2020
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I started seeing Amadea for acupuncture and recently Ive also been using the traditional Chinese herbal remedies she offers - among other benefits, they stopped my hot flashes completely! Im not opposed to western medicine, but I rarely find that I need to see a doctor; traditional Chinese medicine seems more gentle and natural, and has been effective for me. The office is beautiful and she is warm and wise. I am fascinated by what she can tell from taking my pulses and really listening to the body. Try it out!
Jessie Leka
Jan 07, 2016
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I had a severe inner ear illness that left me miserable and severely sick. I went to the Immediate Care, the ER and a nuerologist and no one could tell me what was wrong... I was at that point of giving up and having no hope at all. I received Pure Acupuncture business card very randomly before I got sick and called Amadeus because I was really… desperate for relief. WOW.... seriously WOW!!
She is awesome, kind and so knowledgeable and I had instant relief after leaving her office. Seriously, she is by far the best at what she does.. thank you Amadea for everything thank you thank you!!
She is awesome, kind and so knowledgeable and I had instant relief after leaving her office. Seriously, she is by far the best at what she does.. thank you Amadea for everything thank you thank you!!
Anna Marie
Feb 25, 2015
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Amadea is absolutely amazing :) Her services are wonderful as well as her personality. I always leave feeling better for days!
