Pelvic pain has a prevalence of >25% in women and >15% in men, and up to 50% of cases are undiagnosed, demonstrating that there is a definite need for pelvic care awareness among health care practitioners. As holistic practitioners, acupuncturists offer a safe space for clients and are often the practitioners clients seek out when nothing else has worked. Thus, acupuncturists are presented with an opportunity to serve an underserved population.
Perry Nickelston, DC, FMS, SFMA
Dr. Perry Nickelston is a 1997 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic. He practices in Ramsey, N.J., serving as clinical director of the Pain Laser Center and focuses on performance enhancement, corrective exercise and metabolic fitness nutrition. Dr. Nickelston has been involved in the fitness industry for more than 20 years and is currently in the process of publishing several books on health, fitness and laser therapy.