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What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a component of traditional Chinese medicine that originated in China over 5,000 years ago. It is based on the belief that living beings have a vital energy, called "qi", that circulates through twelve invisible energy lines known as meridians on the body. Each meridian is associated with a different organ system. An imbalance in the flow of qi throughout a meridian is how disease begins.

Fine Acupuncture needles are inserted into specified points along meridian lines to influence the restore balance to the flow of qi. There are over 1,000 acupuncture points on the body.

How Acupuncture Works:

• stimulates the release of pain-relieving endorphins

• influences the release of neurotransmitters, substances that transmit nerve impulses to the brain

• influences the autonomic nervous system

• stimulates circulation

• influences the electrical currents of the body

Conditions Treated By Acupuncture

• migraines and tension headaches

• sinusitis

• common cold

• trigeminal neuralgia

• Meniere's disease

• tennis elbow

• sciatica

• arthritis

• menstrual cramps

• fibromyalgia

• low back pain

• asthma

• weight loss

• infertility

What a Typical Acupuncture Treatment is Like

Typically, the acupuncturist will use 6-12 needles during the treatment. The number of needles used does not correspond with the intensity of the treatment, rather it is the precise placement of the needles that is important. Upon insertion, the client may feel a slight sting or prick. Once the needle is inserted, there should be no pain. You should feel comfortable during the treatment.

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