Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a centuries old method of encouraging the body to promote natural healing and improve function. This is done by the insertion of very fine needles and applying heat or stimulation to acupuncture points. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, these specific acupuncture points correspond to energy channels, or meridians, which flow through the body. Blockages in the energy channels, it is believed, are responsible for illness and disease.
Acupuncture is known to improve energy flow, stimulate the body's natural healing abilities, and promote physical and mental well-being.
How Does Acupuncture Work?
Although mainstream science cannot explain how Acupuncture works, the modality has proven effective for thousands of years in adults, children and even animals. Acupuncture is recognized by the NIH in treatment for several diseases and recommended for the management of all types of pain. Acupuncture has been observed to improve the conditions of people suffering from many illnesses including but not limited to: urogenital, digestive, autoimmune, mental and emotional disturbance, spiritual issues as well as many more.
What Can I Expect from Acupuncture?
Through the strategic placement of hair-thin filliform needles, the practitioner seeks to target specific pathways in the body in order to pinpoint the root of the problem. The basis of this system relies on understanding of astrology, climactic influence and the energetic and physical manifestations within the human body. Most people report feeling very relaxed during treatment with some even falling asleep. For those that are needle-phobic, acupressure, and tuning fork therapy can certainly be effective alternatives.
People often ask if acupuncture is painful. The needles are applied in such a way as to minimize any pain and while there may be some sensation during the session, it is not often described as painful.
The number of treatments needed depends on the person and the condition. An acute pain condition may require only a few visits but a complex chronic condition may need several months of treatment.
With a large arsenal of modalities, a good acupuncturist will never say, “There is nothing more I can do.”
What ailments can Acupuncture treat?
The NIH (National Institute of Health) recognizes acupuncture as an effective and safe method to alleviate chronic and acute pain. Acupuncture can also treat but is not limited to treating:
• Pain Management (chronic and acute pain)
• Gastrointestinal ailments
• Fertility and Women’s Health
• Mental and Emotional issues
• Addiction treatment, smoking cessation
• Weight loss
• Chronic pain
• Sports injury
• Cancer Supportive Care
• Lyme Disease
