Ad Astra Acupuncture

I love the sliding scale model this business uses, however, their recent change in hours has proved troublesome for me due to my work schedule (note: the hours listed currently on Unilocal are outdated). Depending on the day, the first appointment is at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. They’re only open after 5 p.m. two days a week (until 7 p.m.) and those appointments fill up fast.
The staff has always been very kind and welcoming and the treatments have helped me out a lot from foot pain to back pain to just general stress relief. Despite the hours issue, I feel very lucky to be able to try acupuncture in an affordable, clean and relaxing environment.

Focusing on value, it does not get much better than Ad Astra Acupuncture, just off Mass on 12^th Street across from South Park.
Treatments are $ 15-​$ 35 (suggested donation) … You decide! There is no pressure to pay the max as employees pay no attention to the amount, tossing the bills into a drawer without counting. Honor System … WHAT A CONCEPT!
Needles are sterile and not reused. There are a number of recliners in each of two «group» rooms and there is no disrobing for the introverts out there. All you do is show up, pay, and grab a recliner. When the therapist enters, they ask how you are doing, then place needles in your arms, legs, hands, feet, and head. After 30 – 60 minutes (or more if you like), Nick or Ann, who are both wonderful, remove the needles and send you in your way.
I have been going for about 6 weeks, I am feeling much better, and my back pain has almost entirely disappeared! There is little if any pain involved and only when needles are inserted. The slight sting disappears quickly and you can then focus on relaxing, a wonderful byproduct of the treatment.
CombatCritic Gives AD ASTRA ACUPUNCTURE a nearly perfect 9 Out of 10 Bombs … BOMBS ARE GREAT!

I love getting acupuncture here! Everyone is friendly and the price is right. Also, Ad Astra Acupuncture frequently runs specials where you can get treatment even cheaper. The intake process is simple and the sliding scale is on the «honor system» so you don’t have to go through the embarrassment and hassle of bringing pay stubs, proof of insurance, W2’s, etc.
The atmosphere is professional, clean, and relaxing (there’s no super-​weird, pretentious hippie stuff). If you’re worried about qualifications, Nick (the person who is charge) is an RN with a Masters in Acupuncture so that should put any concerns at ease. I did my research before going in and this definitely made me feel better.
I suffer from chronic pain (eg an old back injury, torn rotator cuffs, and tendonitis in my wrists and hands) and the acupuncture definitely helps. Acupuncture, along with all the exercises I’ve learned in physical therapy, is helpful and I’ve been able to stop pumping my body full of ibuprofen.
I always take an hour nap afterward and wake up feeling completely re-​energized. Try it — you won’t be disappointed!

I started getting acupuncture in July of this year for a knee injury. I had no idea how effective it would be. I am very happy that Ad Astra Acupuncture is in Lawrence, KS. I highly recommend them. Their staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the clinic is very warm, welcoming, and comfortable. I appreciate their philosophy of providing affordable and accessible acupuncture treatment.

I think Lawrence is really lucky to have a place like this. They offer sliding scale pricing and use an honor system for cash payments (a lock box to drop money in on the way out the door) but also accept cards and what not.
My opinion of the treatments doesn’t really matter, as I imagine acupuncture is different for every single person. That being said, I’m on my second treatment and have had a really positive experience here — really pleasant, clean, relaxing atmosphere with really nice staff who seem genuine and are knowledgeable about their craft.
They have online scheduling which makes planning really easy but also allow walk-​ins. They are very pro-​nap, haha. It seems like a lot of people go and just hang out for an hour or so during their treatment. They offer free tea (wide selection) and free ear plugs if you want some extra quiet.
I really appreciate their pay-​what-​you-​can-​afford business model– it’s nice to know that you can spend some real time exploring an alternative form of medicine without paying what equates to a second rent. I look forward to seeing what acupuncture can do for me!