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Heart, Spleen, Gall Bladder…Is Something Wrong With My Organs?

Within the context of Chinese Medicine, we use words like heart, spleen, gall bladder, etc. but not in the same way as Western Medical practitioners. There are several channels that run throughout the body in which energy flows and many of these channels are named after an organ: small intestine, bladder, kidney, liver, gall bladder,Continue reading “Heart, Spleen, Gall Bladder…Is Something Wrong With My Organs?”

How Many Treatments Do I Need?

The short answer? It depends. Acupuncture is an individualistic and effective holistic medicine. Depending on the severity, nature, and type of issue you are dealing with, the amount of treatment you need will vary. If you’ve been experiencing back pain for 20 years, it is not realistic to think that one or two treatments willContinue reading “How Many Treatments Do I Need?”

Acupuncture, Nature, and You

Eastern Medicine emphasizes the interconnection between the body, mind, and spirit; how the external environment and laws of nature influence the physical body, its organ systems, internal energetics, mental state, and health of the spirit/soul. Acupuncture focuses on whole-person-centered health and wellness. The Five Phases/Elements: Five energetic capacities that create transformation (five phases/elements: fire, earth,Continue reading “Acupuncture, Nature, and You”

How Can Acupuncture Help?

The history of acupuncture dates back thousands of years, and since its inception has been a safe, effective, and drug-free form of treatment for a variety of issues. Acupuncture treats the unique individual by restoring balance within the body, mind, and spirit. Acupuncture also serves as preventative medicine, as regular sessions can help maintain optimalContinue reading “How Can Acupuncture Help?”

How Does Acupuncture Work?

On a physiological level, acupuncture needles are inserted into the skin and stimulate the tissues. Signals are sent to the brain to relax the tissues, increase blood flow to reduce inflammation and swelling, and to release certain hormones such as endorphins that help with the pain. From an energetic perspective, we all have energy withinContinue reading “How Does Acupuncture Work?”

Is There Only One Type of Acupuncture?

No! In fact, there are several different styles of acupuncture practiced across the United States and all over the world. TCM/8 Principle: Diagnosis and treatment are based on the 8 principles (yin/yang; hot/cold; internal/exterior; excess/deficiency), 28 pulse qualities, tongue, patterns of disharmony, and symptoms of acute and chronic diseases both physical and mental. Treatments usuallyContinue reading “Is There Only One Type of Acupuncture?”

Does Acupuncture Hurt?

When you think of acupuncture, you think of needles, right? Well, the needles you are picturing in your head, the ones you’re familiar with for shots, taking blood, or getting a piercing or tattoo, are not the same needles used in acupuncture. So, what are acupuncture needles? They are… sterile, single-use, disposable, and solid theyContinue reading “Does Acupuncture Hurt?”