3 Dragons Acupuncture & Herbs

02/05/2026

The world right now is challenging–not feeling your best makes things even harder. I’ve been taking care of people through Chinese medicine for over two decades, addressing both musculoskeletal and internal issues–from knee injuries and back pain to seasonal allergies, depression, and stroke recovery. I love this medicine and I’ve experienced how profoundly it can help people. I’m Paul and I’d love to be your acupuncturist.

I recently did a four-day Sports Medicine Acupuncture training in San Diego, alongside one of my mentors and the founder of the Acupuncture Center of Portland, Dr. Eric Stephens. The training was taught by acupuncturist Matt Callison who has dual degrees in Sports Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine. His system incorporates the best Western understandings of anatomy, physiology, injury, and the effects of aging, combined with insights from over 3,000 years of Chinese medicine. If you are an athlete looking to recover or enhance performance, or even if you’re just someone needing a tune-up for daily life, let me show you what I’ve learned and what Chinese medicine can do for you.

I take most major forms of insurance. If you don’t have insurance, we have package deals and economic hardship rates to make this medicine available. Take a minute to book a first time patient appointment with me and we can get started! I look forward to working with you.

Paul Messersmith-Glavin, LAc

You can schedule here: https://www.acupuncturecenterofportland.com/schedule-an-appointment

An easier way to schedule your appointment online. Select your provider, find a time that works for you, and confirm your appointment all from one page. Acupuncture, Reiki, Massage Therapy, Cupping, Sound Therapy- We are here for you.

01/09/2026

Good advice!

Forget trendy supplements and cleanses. These expert-backed tips can keep you regular and support long-term health.

01/06/2026

I take Moda insurance, in addition to Regence (BCBS), American Specialty Health, Pacific Source, & Trillium.

An easier way to schedule your appointment online. Select your provider, find a time that works for you, and confirm your appointment all from one page. Acupuncture, Reiki, Massage Therapy, Cupping, Sound Therapy- We are here for you.

11/29/2025

Let's all be here as long as possible!

In his new book, “Super Agers,” the cardiologist Dr. Eric Topol argues that we now have the tools to age better than our predecessors.

11/05/2025

Some advice on navigating the Winter, from Master Liu He.

Master Liu He suggests that in winter do not waste or bother your Yang Qi. Winter is considered a time for storage, just as nature and animals take this time to hibernate. She stated, if you do not preserve your Yang Qi, all the Spring diseases will occur such as: cold hands & feet, Yang Qi will not...

11/05/2025

These diets prioritize a variety of unprocessed or minimally processed foods, including plenty of vegetables, whole grains, nuts and legumes, Dr. Hu said. Beyond that, he added, there’s a lot of flexibility in how to eat for healthy aging. “One size does not fit all,” he added. Dr. Hu, for example, has long followed what he calls a traditional Asian diet, regularly consuming tofu, seaweed and green tea. But because he recognizes the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, he also uses extra virgin olive oil. And he enjoys his coffee, too.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, but certain dietary patterns are more associated with longer lives than others.

10/18/2025

"We are but animals in soft, responsive bodies, and when our habitat is threatened it shows. Tight shoulders, sleepless nights, clenched jaws, shallow breaths, and sudden fight-or-flight spirals are all natural responses. Before we can reimagine the world, we must learn to inhabit ourselves with patience and compassion."

Practices, gestures, and seeds for living well in the age of endings.

03/12/2025

I treat patients at the Acupuncture Center of Portland which takes most major insurance (if you don’t have insurance, there are cash options). Come get better!

Paul Messersmith-Glavin, LAc graduated from the Swedish Institute: College of Health Sciences in NYC with a diploma in Massage Therapy in 1996. After practicing professionally as a massage therapist for eight years, he attended the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM), receiving an M.A. in Chi...

12/15/2024

Diarrhea, constipation, pain, bloating: We asked experts why the virus causes these issues and what to do about them.

09/18/2024

Everyday remedy for a widespread health problem.

Chronic inflammation can be a silent killer, but your diet can play a role in tamping it down.

07/01/2024

I have openings on Mondays and Thursdays each week. And we take most insurance. Take care of yourself!

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05/30/2024

I encourage my patients to utilize heat, usually a heating pad or hot bath, for aches & pains. Here's some of the science behind that advice.

A hot tub or a sauna after a hard workout can feel amazing. But is it as healthy as it feels?