Business Details
Expert Acupuncture & Balance Therapy in Hollywood, FL
Florida Balance Centers & Acupuncture (FBC/AIM) has been a leader in integrative healthcare since its founding, combining Eastern and Western medical approaches to address complex health challenges. Our team of experts specializes in vestibular rehabilitation, acupuncture, and holistic therapies, with over three decades of collective experience in treating chronic dizziness, balance disorders, and pain management. We utilize evidence-based practices such as functional movement restoration, nutritional optimization, and mental/emotional health support to create personalized treatment plans.Our proprietary Wuzi Online Rehabilitation platform extends care beyond our Hollywood, FL clinic, providing accessible solutions for patients nationwide. As pioneers in Florida's first vestibular rehabilitation center, we maintain partnerships with physicians and employers to deliver comprehensive outpatient services. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our use of advanced diagnostic tools, including computerized balance testing, while maintaining a patient-centered approach that emphasizes natural healing and long-term wellness.
Services
Vestibular Balance Therapy
Acupuncture Treatment
Functional Movement Restoration
Nutrition Counseling
Mental/Emotional Health Support
Online Rehabilitation
Auricular Therapy
Laser Therapy
Cupping Services
Herbal Medicine
Highlights and features
- We combine 30+ years of expertise in vestibular rehabilitation with acupuncture treatments
- Our proprietary Wuzi Online Rehabilitation platform supports remote patient care
- We utilize computerized balance testing for precise diagnosis and progress tracking
- Our team includes dual-licensed acupuncturists and occupational therapists
- We offer integrated treatment plans addressing physical, nutritional, and emotional health
What people say
Life-changing treatment
Expertise in vertigo
Personalized care approach
Effective rehabilitation
Significant improvements
Services
Vestibular Balance Therapy
Specialized treatment for vertigo and balance disorders using advanced diagnostic tools and customized exercise programs. Our therapists address inner ear dysfunction through positional vertigo treatment and sensory integration techniques. Patients benefit from computerized balance testing that tracks progress and adjusts treatment plans for optimal recovery outcomes.
Acupuncture Treatment
Traditional Chinese medicine approach using fine needles to stimulate energy flow and promote natural healing. Targets pain management, stress reduction, and systemic imbalances through precise acupoint stimulation. Complements Western treatments by enhancing the body's self-healing mechanisms without pharmaceutical side effects.
Functional Movement Restoration
Rehabilitation program focusing on restoring strength, coordination, and mobility through targeted exercises. Addresses musculoskeletal imbalances and neurological impairments affecting daily activities. Incorporates postural correction and neuromuscular re-education to improve overall physical function and prevent falls.
Nutrition Counseling
Personalized dietary guidance to support healing and reduce inflammation. Identifies food sensitivities and nutritional deficiencies impacting balance and pain conditions. Develops meal plans that optimize inner ear function and nervous system health through whole food approaches.
Mental/Emotional Health Support
Integrated approach addressing psychological factors affecting physical health. Combines emotional intelligence training with stress management techniques to reduce anxiety and improve treatment outcomes. Recognizes the bidirectional relationship between mental state and physical recovery processes.
People
Thomas Patullo
Director & Acupuncture Physician
Dual-licensed acupuncturist and occupational therapist with 30+ years specializing in vestibular rehabilitation. Graduate of Florida International University and Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine. Founder of Florida Balance Centers and developer of Wuzi Online Rehabilitation platform.
Alla Esther Levy
Office Manager
Certified Emotional Intelligence Strategist with 20+ years in holistic wellness. Founder of eieqinstitute.com and developer of the Recognize and Manage Your Level of Crazy framework. Integrates emotional health expertise with operational management at Florida Balance Centers since 2019.
Questions
What conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in treating vertigo, dizziness, balance disorders, and chronic pain conditions using integrative approaches combining acupuncture and vestibular rehabilitation.
Do you offer online rehabilitation options?
Yes, we provide Wuzi Online Rehabilitation, a specialized platform for remote vestibular therapy and balance disorder management accessible from anywhere.
What makes your acupuncture approach unique?
Our acupuncture integrates with Western rehabilitation techniques, using traditional methods alongside modern diagnostics for comprehensive treatment of balance and pain disorders.
How experienced are your therapists?
Our team includes specialists with over 30 years of combined experience in vestibular rehabilitation and acupuncture, including Florida's first dedicated balance disorder center.
What diagnostic tools do you use?
We utilize computerized balance testing, nystagmus analysis, and functional mobility assessments to create precise treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific condition.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting our office directly to discuss insurance options, as coverage varies depending on individual policies and specific treatment requirements.
