FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

   What is Acupuncture?

    Acupuncture is one of the
    key components of Traditional
    Chinese Medicine(TMC), a
    medical system that was
    documented in China by 3rd
    Century B.C. 

    TCM is based on the concept 
    of Vital Energy, or Qi, which is 
    believed to flow through
    regular channels throughout the body (Meridians).

These channels can become blocked, impeding the body's ability to heal and sustain itself. Acupuncture unblocks obstructions and reestablishes the circulation of energy throughout the body's Meridian system.


Why Should I Add Acupuncture to My Health Practices?

Acupuncture's function is to regulate the spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical balance which is acted upon by two opposing and inseperable forces: yin (the cold, slow, or passive principle) and yang (the hot, excited, or active principle). Disease arises from an internal imbalance between these two forces. Stimulating the areas of blockage at specific points along the meridians allows the body to reestablish the circulation of energy. Once energy flow is restored, the body's natural healing abilities can function normally, promoting well-being.

In modern medical terms, acupuncture stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals in the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. These chemicals can alter the experience of pain as well as trigger the release of chemicals and hormones which influence the body's own internal regulating system.

    Will It Hurt? 

    My style of acupuncture which 
    differ from other traditional styles
    of Acupuncture is that a thinner 
    needle is typically used and the
    insertion is very superficial.
    
    You may feel a slight pricking
    sensation at the point, a feeling of 
    warmth or spreading energy; but no pain or discomfort.  If any time during your treatment you are uncomfortable during your treatment you are uncomfortable in any way, please let know immediately.


Does It Really Work?

Yes. More people have been successfully treated with Acupuncture than with other health modalities combined. Today Acupuncture is practiced widely in Asia, the Soviet Union and Europe.  It is now being used more often in America by patients and physicians. Acupuncture treatments can be successfully combined with Western medicine, Osteopathic or Chiropractic adjustments. It is important that each of your healthcare providers know everything that you are doing, so they can help you get the most benefit from your treatments.

    Do I Have to Believe In Acupuncture For It
    To Work?

    No. Acupuncture is used successfully on 
     animals and children, neither of which have
     opinions about its efficacy.  A positive
     attitude may promote healing, just as a
     negative attitude can hinder it, as with any
     kind of treatment.

     If you simply allow for the possibility of
     healing through the techniques of 
     Acupuncture, you can benefit from the
     results.