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Acupuncture Clinic The Acupuncture Clinic South Carolina's Oldest Acupuncture Clinic 43 years of clinical experience Trained in China. We understand why most of our patients seek help from The Acupuncture Clinic. They are either using acupuncture therapy to enhance the health care they are receiving or they come. We provide professional and experienced acupuncture treatment that works with the medical care you are currently receiving. I have had acupuncture before by others but no one else has provided relief in such a short time.
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We understand why most of our patients seek help from The Acupuncture Clinic. They are either using acupuncture therapy to enhance the health care they are receiving or they come to us because standard therapies, medications, and treatments have been ineffective. Also many of our patients are seeking a more natural treatment as a way to regain control of their own health.
Acupuncture is a vital part of Chinese medicine, the oldest system of health care we know. It regulates the body's ability to heal through the stimulation of different sites on the body with a very fine needle. The results include specific and measurable chemical, electrical and functional changes.
The Acupuncture Clinic has been instrumental in bringing acupuncture into the South Carolina and Georgia healthcare system by providing services in hospitals, health institutions and private practice. Over the years, William Skelton has been at the forefront of a national effort to bring acupuncture into our medical system in a sensible and safe way.
I love getting to know the people who come to me for treatment. I get to connect with them as people as well as patients. Most importantly, I listen carefully to the needs of every patient and provide an atmosphere of compassion. I became part of The Acupuncture Clinic family 12 years ago when I became a patient as an alternative to surgery.
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Eric Song
Jul 22, 2021
I went to the doctor because my backs been hurting for about 10 years. I was referred to this doctor by a friend. My work is very physical, I work different jobs that require physical activities. I got acupunctured about 2-3 times and I can feel the difference already. If I would have to say in 1 - 10 scale, 1 being not hurting, and 10 being in major pain, my pain was at around 8 before I went to him. Now I feel more in 2 zone and I can clearly see the difference. I highly recommend him to anyone that is in similar situation.
Veronica Mack
May 28, 2021
This place is amazing! Wonderful staff! My treatment was explained thoroughly. I was diagnosed with Bell's Palsy which is a facial paralysis and began acupuncture treatment at The Acupuncture Clinic within a week and started to see improvement within the first session! I am a month out from when I began this and I am back to about 85% recovered, will continue to be treated until my face is back to 100%! I am so pleased with the professional service provided and the compassion shown to me during this very traumatic time in my life. Thank you!
Alexander McGinnis
Mar 21, 2021
Outstanding treatment in a lovely old house. Dr. Skelton is very personable, sometimes sharing fun stories from his travels in years past.and is generous with treatment - probably the best acupuncture I've ever received. Thanks for keeping us healthy! :
Mark Stoll
Jun 23, 2020
I started seeing Dr. Skelton about 7 years ago and his treatments have always been so helpful for a variety of stress related and inflammatory issues. The benefits have always been quick and sustained. Bill is simply an amazing healer. I now make acupuncture an integral part of my health and wellbeing.
Shelby D.
Mar 01, 2020
I have been a patient of Bill Skelton for more that 20 years. I was having neck pain and was unable to turn my head. I don't like taking medications, so I just "lived with it" until I couldn't any longer. With one treatment, I was significantly better. My husband typically avoids any doctor, but one day he woke up unable to stand up straight without a lot of pain in his back.

I gently suggested, then insisted he give Bill a call. Again, immediate relief, and made a believer out of my husband! Over the years, I have had various ailments, from sinus, migraines, neck, and arthritis in my hands, and Dr. Skelton always comes through. He genuinely cares about his patients, and his bedside manner, warmth, and knowledge of Acupuncture are astonishing. Columbia is lucky to have such a gifted Acupuncturist.

His office is extremely relaxing, and his staff are the absolute best! They are calm, competent and caring, and always greet me with a smile, making me feel so welcome. I always look forward to my visits, with my pain relieved and a smile back on my face! If you are having chronic or first time pain, give Bill a call. You will be happy you did, and wishing you had seen him sooner!
Jan Melon
Feb 03, 2020
I have been a patient at The Acupuncture Clinic for many years. I first went for help with vertigo and have since continued to use this treatment for a variety of conditions. I am extremely sensitive to most medications and have found this treatment to be a great alternative. Dr. Skelton is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and empathetic. He is the best. Do not hesitate to give The Acupuncture Clinic a try. It could change your life for the better.
Susan S.
Jan 26, 2020
Dr Skelton & his staff are amazing & wonderful. Expert care with a compassionate, caring touch. My husband went to him with Neuropathy problems. The treatments helped provide some pain relief and prevented further nerve damage. He's had treatments here consistently for about 2 years. The atmosphere here is VERY relaxing and comfortable! They have contributed greatly to my husband's quality of life. I have no doubts that if acupuncture is able to treat a situation, that I will get the best care possible here!
Jana M.
Jul 26, 2019
Dr. Skelton at The Acupuncture Clinic is a very kind and caring professional. Acupuncture has helped me with numerous health issues and allowed me to avoid taking many unwanted drugs. If you are having health problems and have not found relief with traditional medicine or just prefer to avoid it, give acupuncture a try. The treatments are not painful and Dr Skelton is the very best.
Robert C.
Mar 09, 2015
Bill is the best. I had Bells Palsy and was so worried about the numbness in my face. I surprised my Doctor by my 'faster than average' healing. They estimated up to 6 months to get the feeling back in my face. And I credit Bill and his treatments for my complete recovery within only 3 months.
Ben C.
Feb 23, 2015
Dr. Skelton is amazing. Not only is he genuine and incredibly personable, he has made an acupuncture believer out of me and my family. I had back pain for two weeks, was practically unable to walk. After one treatment, I was already feeling better. The very next day, I was basically back to normal. Most recently, I slept on my neck wrong and woke up with it being nearly immobile.

I couldn't turn it left. Once again, Dr. Skelton practically took care of it with one treatment. I couldn't be more thankful and appreciative of him. I've recommended my entire family and we've all had similarly great experiences.
Elisabeth Smith
Aug 08, 2014
I came to Dr. Skelton at the Acupuncture Clinic as a final attempt to deal with my pain. I suffer from Endometriosis and had undergone surgery, tests, medication, all to no relief from the pain associated with my disease. Enter, Dr. Skelton! He and his practice are the best things to happen to me in a long time. Acupuncture has given me relief from my pain and has dramatically improved the way I feel. Dr. Skelton genuinely cares about making his patients feel better so they can live a better, more fulfilled life. I am so thankful for him and what he does. Thank you, Dr. Skelton!
Judith W.
Jun 26, 2014
Excellent practitioner. Experienced, compassionate, kind. The best acupuncturist I have ever worked with - do not hesitate to choose Dr. Skelton in either Columbia, SC or in his Athens, GA practice.
Freeman Miller
Apr 10, 2014
Although Dr. Skelton has impressive credentials and vast experience, he is a very easy person to talk with. An office visit is much like a visit with a friend. My wife has experienced more relief from his acupuncture treatments than she has from traditional medical treatment. While sitting in his waiting room I have been told by many of his patients what almost miraculous relief they have received from his treatment.

Everyone to whom I have seen fit to recommend his services has reported what great relief they have received, even some on their first visit. He is a kind and accommodating practitioner that desires to make sure patients are comfortable, both mentally and physically.
Barry G.
Feb 01, 2014
I was skeptical of acupuncture until my orthopedic doctor suggested I try it for bursitis. That was over 20 years ago in Charleston, SC. I met Dr Skelton back then and he "fixed" my problem with three visits, I was astounded.this man kept me out of the operating room.and made a believer out of me. I found Dr. Skelton again in Columbia SC when I had some problems conventional medicine wasn't helping.

Again Dr Skelton came to the rescue. Although the results haven't been as dramatic as my first experience, the improvement has been significant. Aside from his skill as an acupuncturist, Dr Skelton has fantastic bedside manner and is as nice a person as they come. I highly recommend him for acupuncture treatments.