Acupuncture is the primary healing modality I use in my practice. Over the years, it has been an effective therapy in dealing with different health concerns. Acupuncture can be considered as a template where healing takes place. I use a variety of styles that are most appropriate for each individual. I use both Chinese and Japanese approaches to acupuncture. Each approach offers patients comfort and is tailored to each individual.
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is most often used in treatments. The acupuncturist uses thin needles placed at points along meridians in the body. The points used will often be in an area far from the problem. They are combined with each other to provide the maximum therapeutic effect.
What are the needles like?
Acupuncture needles are much smaller than regular hypodermic needles used to draw blood. They are not hollow but solid and usually made of stainless steel. They may be as fine as a hair. The needles themselves are single use and disposable.
How does a needle feel?
Acupuncture does produce sensations in the body. This is an effect that we look for. When the needle is inserted, the patient may feel nothing or a small prick. The sensation an acupuncturist is looking for is called “De Qi,” or “Arrival of Qi.” It may be a radiating feeling, a heavy feeling, cooling or warming feeling. The sensation may be felt in other parts of the body. It may travel along a meridian. If there is pain, it will start to subside. The overall effect during treatment is one of relaxation. Many patients even fall asleep on the table.
How long does an acupuncture treatment last?
Generally, a treatment lasts forty five minutes to one hour. The first visit will last one and a half hours to two hours. It includes an interview and examination and the first treatment.
How does acupuncture work?
Acupuncture works by opening up blockages along the meridians of the body. According to the Chinese, pain and disease is the result of blocked Qi and blood. When it does not flow, Qi and blood cannot reach an area of the body due to the lack of circulation. Acupuncture needles are inserted along meridians and in different parts of the body that communicate with a targeted area. The procedure acts to open up circulation giving comfort and relief to the patient.
According to modern research, acupuncture works on the neurological, circulatory, lymphatic and electromagnetic systems in the body. It produces an endorphin analgesic response in the body that is cumulative over many treatments and a biochemical reaction regulating mood that produces fast immediate results. So, a patient can experience relief from pain in one part of the body and at the same time become very relaxed during the treatment.
How many acupuncture treatments are necessary?
During the initial interview, the acupuncturist will sit down with you to discuss your case and the treatment plan. Generally, treatments are scheduled one to two times a week. For serious pain, at least two treatments the first week will be necessary. For chronic issues, appointments may be spaced out less frequently. An herbal formula may be prescribed to continue the treatment between visits. After a course of treatment between 4 to 10 visits, the acupuncturist will reevaluate your condition with you and discuss where you need to go from there.
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is most often used in treatments. The acupuncturist uses thin needles placed at points along meridians in the body. The points used will often be in an area far from the problem. They are combined with each other to provide the maximum therapeutic effect.
What are the needles like?
Acupuncture needles are much smaller than regular hypodermic needles used to draw blood. They are not hollow but solid and usually made of stainless steel. They may be as fine as a hair. The needles themselves are single use and disposable.
How does a needle feel?
Acupuncture does produce sensations in the body. This is an effect that we look for. When the needle is inserted, the patient may feel nothing or a small prick. The sensation an acupuncturist is looking for is called “De Qi,” or “Arrival of Qi.” It may be a radiating feeling, a heavy feeling, cooling or warming feeling. The sensation may be felt in other parts of the body. It may travel along a meridian. If there is pain, it will start to subside. The overall effect during treatment is one of relaxation. Many patients even fall asleep on the table.
How long does an acupuncture treatment last?
Generally, a treatment lasts forty five minutes to one hour. The first visit will last one and a half hours to two hours. It includes an interview and examination and the first treatment.
How does acupuncture work?
Acupuncture works by opening up blockages along the meridians of the body. According to the Chinese, pain and disease is the result of blocked Qi and blood. When it does not flow, Qi and blood cannot reach an area of the body due to the lack of circulation. Acupuncture needles are inserted along meridians and in different parts of the body that communicate with a targeted area. The procedure acts to open up circulation giving comfort and relief to the patient.
According to modern research, acupuncture works on the neurological, circulatory, lymphatic and electromagnetic systems in the body. It produces an endorphin analgesic response in the body that is cumulative over many treatments and a biochemical reaction regulating mood that produces fast immediate results. So, a patient can experience relief from pain in one part of the body and at the same time become very relaxed during the treatment.
How many acupuncture treatments are necessary?
During the initial interview, the acupuncturist will sit down with you to discuss your case and the treatment plan. Generally, treatments are scheduled one to two times a week. For serious pain, at least two treatments the first week will be necessary. For chronic issues, appointments may be spaced out less frequently. An herbal formula may be prescribed to continue the treatment between visits. After a course of treatment between 4 to 10 visits, the acupuncturist will reevaluate your condition with you and discuss where you need to go from there.
