About Margaret Ryding M.Ac. | Acupuncture in Arlington, MA

With over 30 years of experience, Margaret Ryding offers acupuncture in Arlington, MA with a warm, thoughtful, and deeply personalized approach. Margaret specializes in Five Element Acupuncture, a time-honored form of traditional Chinese medicine that focuses on identifying and healing the root causes of imbalance — not just managing symptoms.

Known for her insight, compassion, and steady presence, Margaret creates individualized acupuncture treatments designed to support your well-being, restore balance, and help you feel like yourself again — physically, emotionally, and energetically. Besides practicing acupuncture, Margaret is an avid gardener and quilter.

Margaret Ryding, Five Element Acupuncturist and Integrative Nutrition Coach at Traditional Acupuncture in Arlington, MA

Five Element Acupuncture: A Holistic Approach to Healing

Five Element Acupuncture is a holistic approach within Chinese medicine that looks at the whole person. In each appointment, Margaret listens carefully and works to understand patterns that may be affecting your health — such as stress, anxiety, fatigue, grief, or pain — so treatment can support deeper and longer-lasting change.

Many patients seek acupuncture for support with:

Stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm
Pain (including headaches, back pain, and chronic tension)
Fatigue and low vitality
Sleep issues
Women’s health concerns (including hot flashes)
Preventative care and overall health and wellness support

How Acupuncture Works (and What We Focus On)

Acupuncture works by using very fine, sterile needles at specific points to support the body’s natural balance and body’s ability to heal. Treatments are designed to help regulate the nervous system, encourage healthy flow of qi, and support the body during stress, illness, or ongoing symptoms.

This is gentle, supportive alternative medicine that many people use alongside conventional healthcare—especially when they’re looking for a calmer, more grounded path forward.

Acupuncture in Arlington Center: Office Location & What to Expect

Traditional Acupuncture is conveniently located on the first floor of 393 Massachusetts Avenue in Arlington Center, MA (The Wayside Inn). The office location is easy to access with nearby bus stops and ample on-street parking.

In the treatment room, you can expect a quiet, comfortable setting where you’ll be listened to and cared for with professionalism and respect. Every appointment is tailored—because no two people (or healing paths) are the same.

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Margaret will be pleased to talk with you directly about your interest in acupuncture in Arlington, MA and help you determine the best path based on your needs.

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Traditional Acupuncture is conveniently located on the first floor of 393 Massachusetts Avenue in Arlington Center, MA. Our pre-1750 building - The Wayside Inn - is convenient to multiple bus stops and ample on-street parking.

781.929.3006

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Tuesday - Thursday
11:00am - 7:00pm

About Margaret Ryding M.Ac. | Acupuncture in Arlington, MA

Five Element Acupuncture: A Holistic Approach to Healing

How Acupuncture Works (and What We Focus On)

Acupuncture in Arlington Center: Office Location & What to Expect

Contact me

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