How can acupuncture help me?

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a branch of Chinese medicine. Here are some of its practical principles and methods:

Fourteen major energy channels called meridians course through the human body including the head, arms, hands, legs, feet, torso, and internal organs.
A subtle energy called Qi (pronounced chee) circulates via the meridians to all parts of the body, even the most remote cells. Its balanced, unimpeded flow is critical to sound health.
Misdirection, blockage, build-up, or other imbalance of Qi may result in pain, dysfunction, and illness.
Acupuncture stimulates points along the meridians to restore and strengthen the body’s balance.

Example of needling a patient with acupuncture needles

This image shows specialized cups used for "cupping"

Musculoskeletal Dysfunction and Pain anywhere in the body such as: back, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, foot, and hip pain, carpal tunnel, headaches, migraines, TMJ syndrome
Internal Medicine Disorders and Systemic Problems such as: digestive problems, allergies, sleep problems, respiratory disorders, circulatory problems, menstrual and reproductive issues
Emotional Disorders such as: depression, anxiety, addiction, mood disorders, stress and addiction