Simple. Optimized. You.
Come in, get the full East Asian medicine experience—pulse and tongue diagnosis, treatment, and a deeply restful 45 minutes—then pay and reschedule at the front. No fuss.
Step by step. Very simple.
One appointment covers diagnosis, treatment, and rest. Here’s the usual flow from the door to the front desk.
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Arrive & settle in
Check in, pick a chair, and lie back on our full-body mat. No referral needed—just a calm room and a warm welcome.
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Diagnosis
Pulse, tongue, a few questions, and light palpation—the standard East Asian medicine workup so we know how to treat you.
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Treatment
We recline your chair, place needles or magnets, then add eyemask, blanket, and warm stones. Red light goes where it helps—or keeps your feet cozy.
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Rest (~45 minutes)
Deep, quiet rest while your body responds. When time’s up we wake you gently, remove needles and gear, and sit you up—take a moment; drop stones in the bin when you’re ready.
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Check out
Stop at the front to pay and book your next visit. That’s the whole visit.
Common questions. Quick answers.
East Asian medicine—often called Chinese medicine—is a full system of physiology and clinical practice with more than 2,300 years of documented use. It is almost certainly older than that; what we inherit today is the product of generations of physicians refining how they read the body and respond in treatment.
Acupuncture is one tool in that toolbox, not the whole profession.
In East Asia, people seldom ask “Does acupuncture treat my diagnosis?” the way we tend to here. The useful question is whether Chinese medicine can address the pattern showing up in you—how energy, fluids, structure, and function fit together—not whether a single needle technique maps to one Western label. That whole-person framing is what makes the medicine so versatile.
Community acupuncture mirrors how acupuncture is commonly offered in East Asia: several people resting at once in one calm, open space instead of everyone behind a closed door.
You relax in a comfortable chair in a welcoming communal room while your treatment stays focused and personal.
That openness is part of why affordable, frequent visits work: you can come often enough for the medicine to build real momentum.
Nervous system regulation: What sets us apart first is how we prioritize helping your nervous system find safety and calm. Acupuncture, the communal resting room, and the recovery tech we include are all aimed at the same thing—so your body can shift out of fight-or-flight and into real repair.
"If our nervous system isn't settled, then our bodies won't bring the circulation and nutrients necessary for our organs and tissues to heal. We believe the body knows how to heal itself, but in order to do so we must reach a neurological baseline of safety and trust."
Affordability: Lower prices mean more people can access frequent, consistent care. Our treatments cost about a third of the national average for a single hour of acupuncture.
Accessibility: More appointment slots allow for greater availability. We allow walk-ins when we can, but scheduling online or by phone is encouraged so everyone gets a smooth experience.
Every visit includes biohacking tech at no extra charge. Most clinics charge extra for this!
Red light therapy penetrates tissue to reduce inflammation, support nerve healing, and speed recovery.
Far infrared heat goes deep into muscles, joints, and connective tissue to improve circulation and enhance relaxation.
Negative-ion technology offers the same charged oxygen molecules found near waterfalls and forests. Shown to support mood and help your nervous system reset while you rest.
Book online at affordableacupuncture.org/schedule, or call/text 208-820-8616, or email love@AffordableAcupuncture.org. We're happy to help you find a time that works.
Just yourself — we provide everything else. Bring your own eyemask or neck pillow if you have a favorite, otherwise they are also provided.
Treatments are done fully clothed. Wear loose-fitting clothing (e.g. shorts or pants that can be rolled up) so we can access above your knees and elbows.
Please: No perfumes, colognes, or fragrances. Don't scrape your tongue the morning of your visit, and avoid food or candy with food coloring before your visit. No lotion on arms or legs the morning of. Silence your phone before entering the room or leave it in your car. Eat before your visit so you're not hungry. Try to avoid caffeine beforehand. If you're under the influence of alcohol or any illicit substance, we may need to reschedule.
Yes — booking in advance is recommended and can be done online or by phone. We allow walk-ins when possible, but pre-booking helps us keep the day on track and minimizes wait times for everyone.
Call or text 208-820-8616. Email love@AffordableAcupuncture.org.
2605 N 4th St, Suite 101, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814. Open in Google Maps.
We're right off 4th & Appleway, next to Stylus, behind Verizon. Serving CDA, Post Falls, Hayden & all of North Idaho. Book ahead at affordableacupuncture.org/schedule.
Needle-free “acupuncture” uses very small, powerful magnets taped to acupuncture points. It's just as effective as needling for many people and is even preferable for certain conditions. No needles, no problem.
Conner Kees and Laura Rose Gage — licensed, nationally board-certified acupuncturists with over 27 years of combined clinical experience. Conner specializes in pulse diagnosis and magnet therapy. Laura specializes in women's health, pregnancy, labor and delivery, and postpartum care.
Dry needling is a form of needling used by physical therapists or other Western practitioners, often after a short certification course. Acupuncturists like Conner and Laura hold Master's degrees in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and completed over 1,000 hours of needling technique before graduating.
Dry needling focuses on muscle and joint pain. Chinese medicine and acupuncture treat the whole person — any imbalance detected by the practitioner — using a 2,000-year-old system that addresses fluids, substance, and energy in the body.
Acupuncture + biohacking. No extra charge.
Far infrared, red light, and negative ions are part of every session—no upsell. Most clinics charge extra; we bake recovery into the baseline.
Most clinics charge extra for these. We don't. Because biohacking shouldn't be an add-on — it should be the baseline.
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