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


Common ailments that can be helped with Chinese Medicine:

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