What is Acupuncture?                 

        Acupuncture is a system of medicine with a continuous clinical history of over 3,000 years. It is a system that treats and prevents illness and improves well - being.

        Numerous research studies from the United States, Europe, Australia, and Asia have shown positive results from acupuncture and herbal medicine. The National Institues of Health recognizes the benefits of acupuncture for a variety of conditions and the World Health Organization has endorsed its use for treating over 200 disorders.{

How Does It Work?

According to Chinese medical philosophy, energy or “Qi” circulates throughout the body along specific pathways or meridians. Along these pathways there are specific points which allow access to various body organs and systems. Pain and illness is caused by an imbalance or blockage of these pathways.{

Will It Hurt?

Acupuncture is usually painless. Tiny needles the width of a hair are inserted at specific points on the body. In most cases, insertion by a skilled practitioner is performed without discomfort. You may feel a tingling, warmth, numbness, or heaviness as the needles interact with your Qi. Many patients find the treatment very relaxing and many fall asleep during the treatment. The needles are sterile and are disposed of after every use.{

What Can I Expect?

What Conditions Can Acupuncture Treat?

The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture and traditional Oriental medicine’s ability to treat a variety of common disorders, including:

{ Gastrointestinal disorders, such as food allergies, peptic ulcer, chronic diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, gastrointestinal weakness, anorexia and gastritis.

{ Urogenital disorders, stress incontinence, urinary tract infections, and sexual dysfunction.

{ Gynecological disorders, such as irregular, heavy, or painful menstruation, infertility in women and men, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

{ Respiratory disorders, such as emphysema, sinusitis, asthma, allergies, and bronchitis.

{ Disorders of the bones, muscles, joints, and nervous system, such as arthritis, migraine headaches, neuralgia, insomnia, dizziness, and low back, neck, and shoulder pain.

{ Circulatory disorders, such as hypertension, angina pectoris, arteriosclerosis and anemia.

{ Emotional and psychological disorders, including depression and anxiety.

{ Addictions, such as alcohol, nicotine, and drugs.

{ Eye, ear, nose and throat disorders.