Acupuncture Treatment

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is an ancient style of medicine that involves the insertion of hair-thin needles into the body that helps the body heal itself of disease. It is a safe and effective form of holistic medicine that has gained recognition by the World Health Organization and the National Institute of Health.

 

 

What are the benefits of Acupuncture?

Acupuncture results in freedom from pain, disease and discomfort without the harsh side effects that are often associated with most prescription medications. It also adds a sense of relaxation from everyday stressors and induces increased vitality and energy in its patients. Other benefits of Acupuncture included a stronger immune system, proper digestion and an all over sense of balance throughout the body and mind. Acupuncture can also help break addictions such as smoking and alcohol.

 

How does Acupuncture work?

Hair-thin acupuncture needles are inserted into the body along specific acupoints. These points lie on particular channels, known as meridians that are

connected to various organs. The ancient Chinese believed that a vital substance known as Qi (energy) flows through these meridians. Whenever there is a blockage or deficiency of Qi in these meridians, pain or chronic disease result. These blockages or deficiencies can be caused by many factors in our day-to-day activities such the environment, emotions, improper diet or improper lifestyle choices. When the needle is set into place, the body is manipulated to produce more Qi or to send Qi to a particular area of the body; it’s like turning on a water faucet to irrigate dry crops or to unplug a dam.

The Western view of how acupuncture works is that it influences the body’s natural painkillers known as endorphins. Additionally, acupuncture “tricks” the immune system into thinking that the body is being invaded by foreign vectors and thus, the immune system releases white blood cells to fight off disease.

 

Is Acupuncture painful?

The answer is yes and no. As with any practice, certain points on the body can be sensitive during treatment. This is wholly dependent on the treatment area’s condition. While most patients experience minimal to no discomfort, every person’s ability to tolerate pain is unique.

 

How many treatments will I need?

It depends on the nature and the severity of the patient’s condition. Some people feel better in one session and some people--those with chronic problems--
need a little more time. The speed at which one heals is determined by the changes a patient makes in his or her lifestyle in conjunction with further treatments.