Christian Parraga
Acupuncturist
MS LAc
Christian Parraga is a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist who earned his Master of Science in Acupuncture from the New York College of Health…
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When pain or stress has been running your days, the right acupuncture can change everything. At Thrive Acupuncture of Smithtown on East Main Street, our licensed acupuncturists help patients across the area get real, lasting relief from back and neck pain, sciatica, migraines, joint pain, and the tension that builds up and never quite lets go. We treat the root of the problem, not just the symptom, and we build every plan around your body and your goals. We care for patients across Smithtown, Commack, Hauppauge, Nesconset, Kings Park, and St. James.
Acupuncture works best when the person holding the needle knows exactly why each point is chosen. Our pain management approach drives how we work, which means we hunt for the source of your pain and build a plan to resolve it. Smithtown is staffed by a team of licensed, nationally certified acupuncturists, so you are not relying on a single practitioner's availability or a single point of view. Each of our acupuncturists are trained in both classical Chinese medicine and modern clinical assessment, and held to the same diagnostic standard. That means whoever you see, your treatment is precise: we map your symptoms to an actual diagnosis, explain what we are doing and why, and adjust the plan as your body responds. Thrive Health has been caring for Long Islanders for over 10 years, and you will always understand your care, not just receive it.
Many local acupuncture practices specialize narrowly. We treat a wide and well-documented range of conditions, which means more patients find the right fit here:
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We start by listening. You tell us what hurts, what you have already tried, and what you want to get back to doing. Then we examine the area and trace the pain to its source.
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You get a real acupuncture treatment on your very first visit, with points chosen from what the exam actually shows. We do not stall or pile up appointments before getting started. The work begins the day you arrive.
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Most patients feel the change right away, less pain and more ease. It is common to leave that first session more relaxed than you have felt in a long time.
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You leave with a clear plan and an honest timeline, so you always know what comes next and how long it should take. No vague, open-ended visits, just a roadmap to feeling like yourself again.
You have more than one option for acupuncture in Smithtown, so here is why patients pick us and keep referring their friends and family.
We treat the cause, not the clock. Our acupuncturists look for the source of your pain and build a plan around settling it down, instead of a cycle of visits that never ends.
Insurance is handled in house. Our Smithtown front desk checks your benefits before you come in and files the claim for you, so what you pay at the visit is your co-insurance.
Verify your coverageWe keep it personal and local. You are not a chart number here. You are a neighbor, backed by a team with hundreds of five star reviews across our four offices and a track record of patients who finally found relief. If you are ready to stop managing your pain and start resolving it, call us or request an appointment today.
We accept The Empire Plan/NYSHIP, BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, Cigna, Medicare and UnitedHealthcare, and other plans that have out-of-network coverage. Send us your card and we will check what your plan covers before you come in.
We handle the billing. Most people pay a co-insurance amount at the visit and nothing else.
Not every plan covers every service, and coverage depends on medical necessity. A small number of plans place us outside their network. We will tell you if yours is one of them, and we still file the claim for you.
Plans we accept
Pick a condition to read how our acupuncturists approach it, what the first visit covers, and how often you would come in while things settle.
Back pain lasting three months or more, often worse with sitting, driving, or standing too long.
See how we treat itPersistent neck stiffness or pain, often with headaches or tightness across the shoulders.
See how we treat itWe treat more than we have written up so far. Tell us what is going on and we will say honestly whether we can help.
Request an appointmentRecurring attacks of head pain, often one-sided, with light or sound sensitivity and nausea.
See how we treat itA band-like tightness or pressure across the head, often building through the day.
See how we treat itJaw pain, clicking, or tightness that makes chewing, talking, or opening wide uncomfortable.
See how we treat itKnee pain and stiffness from wear in the joint, usually worse after rest and with stairs or standing.
See how we treat itSharp heel pain, worst on the first steps in the morning or after sitting.
See how we treat itShoulder pain reaching overhead or behind you, often worse at night.
See how we treat itLeg pain from an irritated nerve root in the low back, often with pins and needles.
See how we treat itNumbness, tingling or aching in the thumb, index and middle fingers, often worst at night.
See how we treat itWe treat more than we have written up so far. Tell us what is going on and we will say honestly whether we can help.
Request an appointmentSneezing, congestion, and itchy eyes that arrive with the season.
See how we treat itAcupunctureAcupuncture may help with anxiety, and is offered alongside whatever else you are already doing.
See how we treat itAcupunctureTrouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking far too early, most nights, for months.
See how we treat itPostural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. Your heart races and you feel faint or wiped out when you stand up.
See how we treat itAcupunctureAcupuncture alongside IVF, IUI, or while you are trying to conceive, coordinated with your fertility clinic.
See how we treat itWe treat more than we have written up so far. Tell us what is going on and we will say honestly whether we can help.
Request an appointmentThese are the New York State licensed acupuncturists who see patients at our Smithtown office.
Acupuncturist
MS LAc
Christian Parraga is a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist who earned his Master of Science in Acupuncture from the New York College of Health…
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MS LAc
Christina is a New York State licensed acupuncturist who holds a Master of Science in Acupuncture and a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health…
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Justin earned his Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine from NYCTCM in Mineola in 2008. Throughout his career, he has gained extensive experience…
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Bachelors of Professional Studies, Health Science – New York College of Health Professions Masters of Science in Acupuncture – New York College of Health…
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300 E Main St., Suite 2
Smithtown, NY 11787
Office Hours*
* The office is closed on most major holidays.
Yes. We accept most major plans, including the Empire Plan/NYSHIP, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, Medicare, and UnitedHealthcare, and other plans that have out-of-network coverage. Not every plan covers every service, and coverage depends on medical necessity. We verify your coverage before your first visit and bill on your behalf, so you know your co-insurance amount before you walk in.
The most common reasons our Smithtown patients come in are back and neck pain, sciatica, migraines and tension headaches, stress and anxiety, sleep trouble, and women’s health concerns including fertility support. We also treat joint pain, arthritis, and TMJ.
It depends on the condition and how long you have had it. Acute issues often respond in a handful of visits, while chronic problems usually need a longer course. After your first consultation we give you an individualized plan rather than a one size fits all package.
Most people are surprised by how comfortable it is. Acupuncture needles are far thinner than the needles used for shots or blood draws, and many patients feel deeply relaxed during treatment. If anything ever feels uncomfortable, we adjust right away.
Our Smithtown office is at 300 East Main Street, Suite 2, Smithtown, NY 11787. We are convenient for patients across Smithtown, Commack, Hauppauge, Nesconset, Kings Park, and St. James.
Call us at 631-780-6128 or use the Request an Appointment form on this page, and our team will reach out to confirm your visit and verify your insurance.
Call our Smithtown office or request an appointment and our team will verify your insurance and get you scheduled with a licensed acupuncturist.
Acupuncture services are performed by Thrive Acupuncture of LI and its associated companies.
Fill out our form below and let us know what times work best for you and what services you are interested in, and we will do our best to find a day and time that works for your schedule.
Back and Spine
Joints and Limbs
Nerve Pain
Whole Body
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Tell us what hurts and we will work it out on the first visit.
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Rehab and Hands-On
Medical
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Many patients find relief through more than one service as part of a single care plan.
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