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What
is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture
is a system of medicine that has flourished
in China for over 2,500 years. It is widely
used throughout Europe, Asia and America.
This system of medicine has seen rapid acceptance
and growth among researchers and western
and oriental practitioners who have integrated
it into their health care. As more of the
public experiences the benefits of this
type of medicine, it will continue to grow
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What
is the practice of acupuncture? Acupuncture i s primarily based on discerning
a “pattern of disharmony” and
treating it accordingly. Whether we use
physical therapies and/or equipment, herbal
medicines, moxabustion (heat therapy), nutrition
or suggested lifestyle changes - each is
used to address specific needs a person
may have. |
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What
purpose does Acupuncture have? Acupuncture
strengthen the physical body, prevents
disease, controls pain and promotes longevity.
The purpose and goal of acupuncture is not
limited to eliminating or alleviating symptoms.
Our ultimate goal is to increase a person’s
ability to function and maximize their quality
of life. |
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How
does Acupuncture Work?
Acupuncture therapy succeeds because of
the use of natural laws and energetics
coupled with the application of needles
to specific “points” on the
body. These “points” are grouped
along specific pathways or meridians that
cross the body. When the flow of energy
is absent, deficient, interrupted, excessive
or blocked in a specific area, good health
can be interrupted, resulting in illness
or pain. Acupuncture allows energy to
flow freely through the pathways or meridians.
By the the appropriate acupuncture “points”
along these meridians, energy is released
and regulated. The result ? An individual’s
health is gradually restored and maintained.
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What
does Acupuncture do?
Studies
indicate that acupuncture
influences the central and peripheral
nervous system. Evidence shows that it
releases endorphins from the brain - which
makes acupuncture particularly effective
in pain control.
Acupuncture
can effect changes in the sugar, cholesterol
and triglyceride levels in the blood.
It can promote better functioning of the
gastrointestinal system and the activity
of the endocrine system.
Acupuncture
also works with the body to harmonize
and balance the energy levels. It improves
circulation and allows the body to heal
itself more quickly and more completely. |
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What
should you expect during treatment?
Most
patients find the experience very relaxing.
They experience a sense of well-being
and are surprised at how comfortable and
unintrusive the placement of the needles
can be. Many fall asleep during a treatment.
Occasionally,
a patient might feel a slight sensation
upon entry of the needle. Some have felt
a slight pressure or a “dull”
or “surging” reaction when
the needle reaches the “Qi”
or correct “point”.
You
can rest assured that these needles are
nothing like the hypodermic needles used
for injections. These “thread-like”
needles have been specially designed to
provide for a virtually pain-free experience. |
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Is
Acupuncture safe?
One of the tremendous advantages of acupuncture
is the absence of any serious side effects.
These needles generally cause no bleeding
upon entry or removal and are discarded
after each use.
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