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"A skillful doctor cures illness when there is no sign of
disease,
thus the disease never comes."
- Huan Nan Zi, 120 BCE
Everybody has a
balance point: a point where healing takes place and
illness is inhibited. Oriental medicine is an
age-old healing modality
whose focus is achieving this balance.
The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture's effectiveness
for over 40 common disorders, including (but not limited to):
- Muscular and Skeletal Disorders: arthritis, tennis elbow,
frozen shoulder, neck pain, knee pain, TMJ Syndrome, sciatica, low back
pain, fibromyalgia, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Gynecological Disorders: infertility, menstrual irregularity,
endometriosis, PMS, menstrual cramps, menopause, urinary tract
infections, yeast infections
- Digestive Disorders: indigestion, nausea, constipation,
diarrhea, IBS, colitis, Crohn's Disease, ulcers
- Respiratory Disorders: colds and flu, bronchitis, asthma,
allergies, emphysema
- Circulatory Disorders: hypertension, arteriosclerosis, angina
pectoris
- Emotional and Neurological Disorders: stress, headache,
depression, anxiety, migraine, MS, chronic fatigue syndrome, dizziness,
insomnia, addiction
For more information please visit: nccam.nih.gov/health/acupuncture
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Is it painful?Acupuncture typically should not be painful.
Whereas a needle that is used to draw blood or give injections is hollow
and pierces the skin, an acupuncture needles is solid and glides
through the skin. This allows for painless insertion. You may
typically feel "qi" or energy moving around the acupuncture point; you
may feel a heaviness in the meridians or a tingling sensation. If
anything is painful, you can always let your acupuncturist know so that
he/ she can adjust the needle. What about herbal medicine?Herbal
Medicine is a safe and highly effective component of Oriental Medicine.
Most herbal formulas are made up of roots, flowers, nuts and seeds.
When prescribed correctly, herbal medicine can achieve results very
quickly,without undesirable side effects. Not only do herbs
lessen the symptoms of an imbalance or disease, they also target the
cause of those symptoms. This is referred to as treating the "branch"
and the "root." For this reason, herbs are taken for a determined
length of time, and do not need to be continued indefinitely. What is an acupuncture treatment like?An initial visit usually takes 1.5 to 2 hours. There is an extensive
consultation to find out information about the chief health issue or
reason for seeking treatment. In addition, there will be a full health
history to gather other relevant information including diet, lifestyle,
and a physical exam as appropriate to the case. The acupuncturist will
also look at the tongue and take the pulse in order to establish a
diagnosis for treatment based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Then,
needles are inserted into specific acupuncture points and are retained
for around 20 minutes.
Follow-up treatments usually last around 1 hour.
Are the needles clean?
Yes. All needles are sterile and disposable. Needles are thrown away into a sharps container after they have been used.
How many treatments will I need?
This can vary from person to person. People often have results after the
first treatment. Chronic conditions usually require more treatments. In
general, the more acute a condition, the more rapidly it will respond
to treatment.
How will I feel after the treatment?
This can vary based on the person and the condition for which they are
being treated. People usually feel very relaxed after acupuncture
treatments. Others may feel energized and revitalized after a treatment.
Does acupuncture have side effects?
Generally speaking, acupuncture is safe and does not have any known side
effects. Acupuncture will not interfere with other medications, but it
very important to inform the practitioner of any prescription medicines
or supplements you are taking.
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