The Ancient Art of Chinese Medicine
Have you tapped into the ancient art of Chinese Medicine? Have you experienced health-care that is tailored to you, as an individual?
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture can be described as the art of inserting needles into certain points on the body in order to restore balance. There are pathways within the body of vital energy, or ‘qi’, that are associated with their own organs and systems. Inserting fine, sterile filiform needles acts as a conduit — restoring the natural flow of energy within these pathways and enabling the patient’s own healing abilities.
Chinese Medicine, also referred to as Asian or Eastern medicine, is a comprehensive medical system, thousands of years old, which focuses on balancing the whole body to obtain harmonious mental, physical, and emotional well-being. This system treats a multitude of conditions using a variety of modalities — including acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary therapy, and Asian bodywork therapy.
How Acupuncture Can Help You
Think of an illness. Is it the cold or flu? Aches or pains? Gastrointestinal conditions? OB/GYN? Autoimmune? Acupuncture can benefit any dis-ease depending on variables — it can eliminate, maintain, and/or prevent pain, illness, and dis-ease. Whether you have been chronically sick, have an acute condition, or just want to prevent illness and maintain health, Chinese Medicine is an amazing comprehensive medicine for creating a healthy, vibrant, and balanced life.
What Acupuncture is Good For
Conditions in which acupuncture therapy has been tested in clinical trials, according to the World Health Organization:
- •Acute and Chronic Pain
- •Arthritis
- •Cancer-Related Pain (adverse reactions to radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy)
- •Cardiac Conditions
- •Detoxification
- •Diabetes
- •Digestive Disorders
- •Ear and Eye Disorders
- •Headaches
- •Kidney and Urinary Bladder Disorders
- •OB/GYN
- •Mental and Emotional Health
- •Male-Related Conditions
- •Neurological Conditions
- •Respiratory Conditions
- •Skin Conditions
- •Sleep Disorders & Insomnia
Answering Your Questions
What is Acupuncture good for?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), acupuncture therapy has been tested in clinical trials for the 17 conditions listed above — from acute and chronic pain, arthritis, and headaches to digestive, respiratory, kidney and urinary bladder, ear and eye, OB/GYN, male-related, and sleep disorders.
Does Acupuncture hurt?
No. Most people find it relaxing! You will usually feel a tap, but not the needle itself. During this process, your practitioner may elicit a dull sensation at the site; this denotes the arrival of qi or subtle energy.
Is Acupuncture effective? How many treatments will I need?
Chronic issues take longer to address, while acute issues might only need several treatments. It takes time and repetition to build a foundation — the first 4–8 sessions need to be close together, followed by a re-evaluation.
How much does it cost?
It can cost more in the short run, but long term you save abundantly in prevention! Think fewer sick days, less time off work, lower insurance premiums, minimal medical bills — and you feel great!
Is Acupuncture safe?
Some practitioners — chiropractors, physical therapists, doctors, and dentists — say they “do acupuncture” or “dry needling” after 100–300 hours of training. That merely scratches the surface of a 5,000-year-old science. Chinese medicine is a deep-rooted practice, and working with the whole body is key to ultimate health and well-being. Be sure to seek the care of a Licensed Acupuncturist who has earned a Master’s Degree of Traditional Chinese Medicine (MSTOM) with more than 3,000 hours of clinical training.
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