Acupuncture Orthopedics blends Classical TCM and Japanese Meridian Theory with structural and myofascial techniques for the treatment of pain, soft tissue injuries, postural imbalances and other general systemic disorders.

I’m Dr. Shannon Freeman, D.Ac., L.Ac., Eastern Medicine Practitioner. I am a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians (Ojibwe/Cree/Metis) in Belcourt, ND. My heritage and upbringing are much of why I do what I do. I first became a Certified Nursing Aide in 1992. I then became a Licensed Massage Practitioner studying under Zdenka Daucik, a European physiotherapist who incorporated specific, long-lasting, deep treatment work into her practice. I received my Eastern Medicine Practitioner License in 2013. I recently received my Doctorate of Acupuncture from Five Branches University, researching allopathic and Eastern Medicine treatment of Lyme Disease, Epstein Bar, long-haul post-Covid, and any other treatment protocols using acupuncture and supporting healing methods. I am currently in a two-year Doctor of Chinese Energetic Medicine Program (D.C.E.M.) awarded by Bian Hua Gong (The Temple of Change and Transformation) Daoist Temple.

The most common patient complaints are pain, emotional issues, fertility, adrenal fatigue, and exhaustion. Through Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), I provide Chinese medicine diagnoses, acupuncture, and other TCM modalities applicable to the patient’s condition.

My holistic approach includes creating patient-specific ongoing post-treatment goals and recommendations, including nutritional, dietary, lifestyle, and exercise recommendations for orthopedic issues, pain reduction, and improved function. Also, your treatment plan may include meditation and Qi Gong exercises.

I believe that combining Western and Eastern Medicine is optimal for a patient to heal.

Practicing Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine to treat a variety of conditions including pain managment. State and Nationally certified with hospital Privileges at UVM Medical Center.

AcuMediZen is the brainchild of owner and New York State licensed acupuncturist, Charlie Sylvester. Charlie provides acupuncture and various Chinese medical therapies to the Rochester and surrounding areas with the simple goal of educating people about their health. Charlie is a huge proponent of preventative medicine in an effort to decrease the flow of people to local hospitals and increase individual awareness about their own health and wellness. Charlie enjoys treating people of all ages and from all walks of life, including children and senior citizens. Charlie has a special interest in addiction, psycho-emotional disorders, pain management, stress management, gastrointestinal disorders, men's/women's health and sports-related injuries.

We are dedicated to provide personalized services through Acupuncture and traditional Chinese herbal medicine to promote better health and to improve the quality of life. We strive to integrate the best medical knowledge of both the East and the West to meet the treatment and prevention needs of our patients.

We have excellent expertise and track records for Pain Relief, Allergy & Asthma, Migraine Headaches, Infertility, Hormonal balancing, Weight Control, Depression & Anxiety, Cosmetic Acupuncture Facial Lift, Arthritis, Smoking Cessation and more.

There is a natural alternative to treating children! Very successful at treating Pediatric and Adolescent Conditions, including Allergy, Asthma, ADHD, Tourette's Syndrome, Digestive Issues, Puberty and Growth Issues, Anxiety, Depression and more.