Acupuncture

pulse_reading"I am amazed at the results.'' Kyle

Acupuncture has been part of Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 3,000 years. It is practiced by inserting very fine sterile needles under the skin and applying heat or electrical stimulation at points located along meridians or energy pathways.

The meridians are like rivers irrigating and nourishing the tissues and organs. Any obstruction in their movement can cause stagnant energy to build up adversely affecting overall health. The flow of energy in the meridians can be reestablished by needling the appropriate acupuncture points.

The improved energy and biochemical balance produced by acupuncture stimulates the body's natural healing abilities, and promotes physical and emotional well-being.

Scope of Acupuncture

While acupuncture is often associated with pain control, in the hands of a well-trained practitioner it has much broader applications. The World Health Organization recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of:

  • Digestive disorders: gastritis and hyperacidity, spastic colon, constipation, diarrhea.
  • Respiratory disorders: sinusitis, sore throat, bronchitis, asthma, recurrent chest infections.
  • Neurological and muscular disorders: headaches, facial tics, neck pain, rib neuritis, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, various forms of tendonitis, low back pain, sciatica, osteoarthritis.
  • Urinary, menstrual, and reproductive problems.

Acupuncture is particularly useful in resolving physical problems related to stress and emotional conditions.

''The relief you feel from acupuncture is unbelievable.'' Ricky