Integrative Acupuncture Services
At the FAU Marcus Institute of Integrative Health, we bridge ancient wisdom with modern medical science. If you're seeking relief from chronic conditions or looking to optimize your health, our integrative acupuncture services offer a comprehensive, evidence-based pathway to well-being.
Our Approach to Acupuncture
Our philosophy combines classical East Asian medicine with a modern, evidence-based physiological understanding. Led by our licensed acupuncturist, Nick Kusturic, every treatment plan is custom-built following a thorough evaluation of your allopathic findings and an in-depth personal consultation. We emphasize patient education, empowering you to understand your body’s needs for better, more sustainable health outcomes. This model builds a strong relationship between practitioner and patient, leading to more efficient care and improved well-being.
Conditions We Treat
Acupuncture is a versatile primary care modality effective for a vast array of health issues. Our holistic approach is designed to address the root cause of your symptoms and improve your overall quality of life. We provide care for:
- Musculoskeletal & Pain: Targeted relief for back pain, chronic pain, osteoarthritis, and musculoskeletal injuries
- Internal Health: Management of gastrointestinal issues, circulatory problems, and hormonal imbalances
- Neurological & Emotional: Support for stress reduction, neurological cases, and enhancing overall quality of life
- Women's Health: A supportive approach to various gynecological issues
Integrative Acupuncture Services and Treatments
We offer a range of services as part of a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your whole-body needs.
Acupuncture
This is our core service, utilizing thin, sterile needles to stimulate specific points on the body. This process promotes natural healing and helps restore balance. Depending on the root cause of your condition, improvements can often be seen within three to six sessions.
Manual Therapies (Cupping)
To complement your acupuncture treatment, we often integrate manual therapies like cupping therapy. These techniques are used to relieve stagnation, improve blood flow, and address pain by releasing tension in the soft tissues.
Herbal Medicine & Nutrition
We believe in supporting the body from the inside out. Your personalized treatment plan may include herbal medicine, supplements, therapeutic exercise, and nutrition advice to enhance your body's natural healing capabilities.
Why Choose Acupuncture at the Marcus Institute?
Expert, Dual-Disciplined Care
Our lead practitioner's unique background combines mastery of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with a degree in Exercise Physiology and experience in sports medicine. This expertise is enhanced by rigorous training under prominent doctors in both the U.S. and China.
True Integration with Medical Care
This is not an isolated service. Our integrative medicine approach means we coordinate with your other physicians at the Marcus Institute to ensure your healthcare is seamless. Our practice is safe and recognized by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) as a valid therapy.
A Focus on Root Cause & Education
Our goal extends beyond temporary relief. We aim to help you understand your body and its needs, fostering a mutually empowering relationship between you and your practitioner to achieve long-term wellness.
Meet Nick Kusturic, Lic. Ap
Nick Kusturic is a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac) with 17 years of dedicated practice. He holds a Master’s degree in Chinese Medicine and Herbology and an undergraduate degree in Exercise Physiology, where he worked with professional NHL athletes. After a personal injury led him to discover the profound connection between Eastern and Western modalities, he dedicated his career to integrative healthcare.
Nick honed his skills through clinical work at the Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine and University of Miami. He also had extensive training in China with Grandmasters of Tai Chi and Qi Gong. He applies a holistic healthcare model incorporating Master Tung’s acupuncture, the balance method, and five elements acupuncture, dedicated to creating a mutual understanding with his patients where knowledge becomes empowering.