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About Us
Natanel (Nir) Saar, R.Ac, NLP Master Practitioner
I believe that effective healing happens when acupuncture treatment is as gentle as it is effective.
With over 17 years of clinical experience, I specialize in a constitutional approach to acupuncture. By combining precise assessment with ultra-fine needles, I help calm an overworked nervous system while addressing the underlying causes of pain and structural conditions.
I use constitutional acupuncture to balance the body's internal organ systems, creating a grounded physical foundation that supports the body's natural ability to heal.
For clients seeking support beyond physical symptoms, I offer an integrated approach that combines acupuncture with Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).
This allows me to address both the physical and emotional aspects of healing.
I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can gently process emotional experiences, reframe limiting patterns, resolve long-standing emotional triggers, and develop greater resilience and balance.
Japanese Acupuncture Reflex Map that can show us which bodily Internal Systems needs balancing
Common Medical Causes for Headaches
Types of Headaches
Headaches are generally divided into primary and secondary types.
Primary Headaches
These occur due to changes in pain-sensitive structures of the head and nervous system, without another underlying medical condition.
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Tension Headaches – The most common type, often experienced as pressure or a tight band around the forehead, temples, or back of the head. Common triggers include stress, muscle tension, posture, and eye strain.
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Migraines – Neurological headaches often involving throbbing pain, nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, and sometimes visual disturbances.
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Cluster Headaches – Severe recurring headaches usually affecting one side of the head, often around the eye, with symptoms such as tearing or nasal congestion.
Secondary Headaches
These are caused by another underlying condition, such as:
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Infections & Inflammation – Sinus infections, viral illnesses, meningitis, or other inflammatory conditions.
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Vascular Causes – Severe blood pressure changes, stroke, aneurysm, or temporal arteritis.
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Structural Causes – Head injuries, increased pressure inside the skull, or other neurological conditions.
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Metabolic Triggers – Dehydration, medication overuse, or withdrawal from substances such as caffeine.
When to Seek Medical Attention
Most headaches are not dangerous, but urgent evaluation is recommended for:
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Sudden, severe "thunderclap" headaches
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New neurological symptoms (weakness, numbness, vision changes, confusion, speech difficulties)
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New headaches after age 50
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Headaches with fever, stiff neck, unexplained weight loss, or a weakened immune system
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A new or worsening headache pattern
Understanding the type and possible triggers of your headaches is an important step toward finding the right approach for relief and management.
How Acupuncture Helps Headaches
Acupuncture supports headache relief by addressing both the nervous system mechanisms recognized by modern science and the patterns of imbalance described in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
It can be used to reduce acute headache symptoms and, with ongoing treatment, help decrease the frequency and intensity of recurring headaches.
Modern Neurobiological Perspective
Acupuncture may help headaches by:
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Reducing Pain Sensitivity – Stimulating the nervous system to release natural pain-relieving chemicals and reduce pain signaling.
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Regulating Inflammation & Migraine Pathways – Influencing neurochemicals involved in migraine activity and pain responses.
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Improving Circulation – Supporting healthy blood flow and reducing vascular tension associated with headaches.
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Relaxing Muscle Tension – Releasing tight muscles and trigger points that contribute to tension headaches.
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Calming the Stress Response – Shifting the nervous system from a "fight-or-flight" state toward relaxation and recovery.
Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
In TCM, headaches are understood as patterns of imbalance affecting the flow of Qi and Blood. Treatment is individualized based on the underlying pattern, which may include:
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Liver Qi Stagnation / Liver Yang Rising – Often related to stress, tension, and throbbing headaches.
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Wind-Cold or Wind-Heat Patterns – Often associated with sudden headaches, neck tension, or sinus symptoms.
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Dampness & Phlegm Patterns – Associated with heaviness, foggy thinking, or nausea.
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Qi or Blood Deficiency – Associated with dull, lingering headaches and fatigue.
What Research Suggests
Clinical research supports acupuncture as a helpful option for managing migraines and tension headaches. Regular treatment may reduce headache frequency, severity, and reliance on medication for some individuals.
Acupuncture treatment is personalized according to your headache pattern, contributing factors, and overall health.
