Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? You're in the right place.
Most folks who arrive here have already done a lot of searching. This page answers the questions we hear most often: about what we do, how we work, and how to get started.
GETTING STARTED AS A NEW PATIENT
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New patients go through a two-phase onboarding process. Phase I is a pre-qualifying step -- a brief intake to make sure we're a good fit before you invest more time. Phase II includes your full intake paperwork and your first appointment. You can find onboarding materials on the Prospective Patients page.
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Jennifer works with people dealing with complex, chronic, or difficult-to-diagnose conditions -- things that haven't fully resolved elsewhere. Common presentations include chronic pain, nerve pain, fibromyalgia, central sensitization, hormonal issues, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, mold or environmental illness, and post-surgical recovery. If you're not sure whether your situation fits, reach out.
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Your first appointment with Jennifer involves a detailed medical history intake of your current complaints and a physical assessment. This exam and assessment are then followed by an initial FSM/Acupuncture treatment. Depending on your complaint, Jennifer may make recommendations for Chinese herbs and supplements.
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Initial appointments are 2 hours, and follow up FSM/EAV appointments are 60 minutes. There is the possibility for brief appointments and phone consults as needed.
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Pricing is outlined in the welcome materials sent after your pre-qualifying intake. Current Wellness is a private-pay practice and does not bill insurance directly.
FREQUENCY SPECIFIC MICROCURRENT (FSM)
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Frequency Specific Microcurrent uses very low-level electrical current -- millionths of an amp, far below what you can feel -- delivered at specific frequencies matched to different tissues and conditions. The current is thought to shift cellular function, reduce inflammation, and support tissue repair. Jennifer completed the full FSM training series with Kim Pittis from 2020 through 2023, including the core curriculum, pain, neurology, advanced, sports, and symposium tracks.
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No. The current used in FSM is subsensory -- most people feel nothing, or a vague awareness that something is happening. It's safe, non-invasive, and well-tolerated even by people with significant pain sensitivity.
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FSM is particularly effective for acute and chronic injuries,nerve pain, fibromyalgia, central sensitization, concussion and TBI, hypermobility and connective tissue conditions like EDS, post-surgical scar tissue, disc herniations, and complex chronic pain that hasn't responded to other approaches.
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Jennifer often combines FSM with acupuncture, manual therapy, or other modalities in the same session. The combination can amplify results, especially in complex cases.
ACUPUNCTURE
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Most people feel very little during needle insertion. Acupuncture needles are hair-thin -- nothing like a blood draw or injection. You may feel a mild ache, warmth, or heaviness at certain points, which is a normal sign of tissue response. Most patients find sessions deeply relaxing.
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No. The current used in FSM is subsensory -- most people feel nothing, or a vague awareness that something is happening. It's safe, non-invasive, and well-tolerated even by people with significant pain sensitivity.
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No. Acupuncture works through physiological mechanisms -- nerve signaling, fascial response, connective tissue effects -- not through belief or placebo alone. Research increasingly supports its role in pain modulation, nervous system regulation, and inflammation reduction.
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Acupuncture at Current Wellness addresses a wide range: acute and chronic pain, disc herniation, nerve pain, athletic injuries, fertility support, hormonal and menopausal symptoms, digestive complaints, autoimmune conditions, post-surgical recovery, and chronic illness. Jennifer's approach tends toward root-cause treatment rather than symptom management alone.
OTHER SERVICES
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EAV is a bioenergetic assessment method that measures electrical resistance at acupuncture points to evaluate organ system function. Jennifer trained for her EAV diploma in Germany and uses it as a monitoring tool, not as a standalone treatment. It helps build a more complete clinical picture, especially in complex or chronic cases.
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Jennifer uses several manual therapy methods, including Visceral Manipulation (Barral Institute), Craniosacral Therapy, and osteopathic-influenced techniques. These are hands-on approaches that work with the body's connective tissue, organ mobility, and nervous system. They're often integrated into sessions alongside acupuncture or FSM.
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Yes. Jennifer reviews and interprets functional and standard lab work, and uses other evaluation tools like as part of a broader systems-based evaluation. This supports a more complete understanding of what's driving chronic symptoms.
PRACTICAL QUESTIONS
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Current Wellness is located in Northeast Portland, Oregon, just off NE Sandy Boulevard on NE 20th Avenue. The exact address is 200 NE 20th Avenue, Portland OR 97232.
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Treatment frequency depends on your condition and how you respond. Acute conditions often benefit from more frequent visits early on; chronic conditions typically follow a longer arc. Jennifer will discuss a realistic treatment plan with you after your initial evaluation.
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Yes. Jennifer has a medicinary in office and she can also direct you to her professional-grade dispensary through Fullscript, available to established patients at a 10% discount. She may also recommend specific health devices or environmental supports -- like air and water filtration or red light therapy -- with educational resources available as needed.
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Yes. If you're unsure whether your situation is a good fit, reach out before completing intake. Jennifer would rather answer questions upfront than have you invest time in a process that isn't right for you.
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