Megan Richardson Wellness
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5-star rating with 56 reviews on Birdeye and strong reviews on Yelp. Clients describe Megan as a 'miracle worker' for resolving chronic pain. Broadway performers, professional dancers, and athletes praise the specialized expertise in performing arts injuries. Reviewers highlight the thorough 60-70 minute sessions and the multi-modality approach combining acupuncture with massage, cupping, and manual therapy.
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About Megan Richardson Wellness
Megan Richardson Wellness is a Midtown Manhattan acupuncture and bodywork practice specializing in orthopedic, sports, dance, and cosmetic acupuncture. Founded by Megan Richardson, MS, LAc, Dipl Ac, ATC, the practice brings over 20 years of experience in dance and sports medicine. Megan is a former dancer who founded the acupuncture program at NYU's Harkness Center for Dance Injuries and has provided backstage coverage for companies including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Ballet Hispanico, and Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company. The practice offers 60-70 minute one-on-one sessions blending orthopedic or cosmetic acupuncture with massage, cupping, gua sha, dry needling, trigger point therapy, LED light therapy, herbal medicine, and essential oil aromatherapy. The team includes Josette Penzel (DAcCHM, LAc, DiplOM) specializing in neurofunctional acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, and Chelsea Hecht (LMT) focusing on deep tissue and orthopedic sports massage. Megan Richardson Wellness treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions including chronic pain, sports injuries, post-surgical recovery, and dance-related injuries, as well as systemic conditions like migraines, anxiety, insomnia, and digestive distress. The cosmetic division offers facial rejuvenation acupuncture and holistic microneedling. With a 5-star rating across 56 reviews and a loyal following among Broadway performers and professional dancers, the practice is known for its expertise in performing arts medicine and individualized treatment approach. Insurance is not accepted but superbills are provided, and HSA/FSA cards are welcome.