Acupuncture
For nearly 3,500 years, acupuncture has been found to enhance general health and well-being. It originated in China and is a commonly used system of health in the East. It has become popular in the United States over the past three decades.
Acupuncture is the insertion of tiny needles into the surface of the body at certain specific points. The needles used are sterilized, individually packaged and disposable. According to traditional Chinese medicine, certain points on the body are connected to pathways called meridians. These meridians conduct energy, or qi (pronounced "chee"), between the surface of the body and its internal organs. Stimulation of each point has a different effect on the qi that passes through it.
Qi is believed to help regulate stability in the body. It is influenced by the opposing forces of yin and yang, which represent positive and negative energy forces in the universe and human body. Acupuncture is believed to restore balance between yin and yang. This balance allows qi to flow normally, thus bringing health and wellness to the mind as well as the body.
When appropriate, acupuncturists consult with and refer patients to other health practitioners. Chiropractic, physical therapy, massage therapy, and most importantly, your primary care physician, are regularly consulted for enhancement of overall health.
What Problems Can Be Treated?
Acupuncture can help relieve different types of disorders. The following list is just a few of the disorders for which acupuncture is used:
• Pain
• Toothaches, earaches, headaches, migraines, nerve pain, muscular pain, back pain, and arthritis pain
• Nausea
• Motion sickness, morning sickness and nausea associated with medications including chemotherapy
• Gynecological disorders/Dysmenorrhea
• Back and joint pain during pregnancy
• Respiratory disorders
• Asthma
• Gastrointestinal disorders, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, hiccups, and inflammatory conditions
Note: Please let our practitioner know if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
Is it Safe? Does It Hurt?
When practiced by a licensed, trained acupuncturist, acupuncture is very safe. Hair-thin needles are inserted at various locations of the body according to the condition being treated and the style of the acupuncturist.
Most people will feel no pain or only a slight discomfort as the needles are inserted. As the needle is manipulated, some people experience cramping, heaviness, tingling or a sensation at the point itself or along the meridian pathway. Others will feel nothing.
If you choose acupuncture, you will be joining a growing number of men and women who have found acupuncture to be a valuable addition to their health and wellness and an effective complement to other health care services.
Relax and enjoy your current or future session with us!
About Acupuncture
The following suggestions will allow you to receive the maximum benefit from your treatment:
What to Do Before Treatment
• Maintain good personal hygiene to reduce the possibility of bacterial infection
• Do not wear jewelry to prevent loss
• Wear loose clothing. Women should not wear one-piece dresses. Avoid tight stockings.
• Avoid treatment when excessively fatigued, hungry, full, emotionally upset, or shortly after sex
What to Do While Receiving Treatment
• Relax
• Do not change your position or move suddenly
• Let your practitioner know if you experience dizziness, nausea, cold sweats, shortness of breath, faintness or pain
• Be sure to speak up at any time so your practitioner can make proper adjustments or stop the treatment
• Please ask questions! We want everyone to fully understand the purpose and methods of our treatment plans