Acupuncture

Acupuncture is one of the oldest and most commonly used forms of natural, traditional medicine in the world—dating back 5000 years.

Electro Acupuncture

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When the acupuncture needles are inserted and then attached to a small device that puts out a tiny electrical current.

Auricular (ear) Acupuncture

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For some conditions, the acupuncturist may use auricular acupuncture, where needles are used at acupuncture points on the ear.

Everything you need to know about your treatment.

What problems can be treated by acupuncture?

On November 5, 1997, a panel convened by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) concluded that there is clear evidence that acupuncture needle treatment is effective for nausea and vomiting from postoperative condition as well as chemotherapy, morning sickness, and postoperative dental pain. The 12-member panel also concluded in their consensus statement that there are a number of other pain-related conditions for which acupuncture may be effective. These conditions include but are not limited to fibromyalgia (general muscle pain), low back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and asthma.

How many treatments will I need?

The number of treatments depends upon the duration, severity, and nature of your complaint. You may need only a single treatment for an acute condition or a series of five to fifteen treatments may resolve many chronic problems. Some degenerative conditions may require many treatments over time, as well as Chinese herbs and lifestyle and dietary changes.

This clinic uses only sterilized, individually packaged disposable needles. The needles come in various sizes. Depending upon the nature of the problem, the location of the points selected, and the patient’s size, age, and constitution, needles can be inserted from ¼ to 3 inches in depth.

In our clinic, acupuncture has been very effective for many illnesses
such as:

MUSCULOSKELETAL

Neck pain
Shoulder pain
Tennis elbow
Carpal tunnel
Acute/chronic back pain
Knee pain
Sciatica
Foot pain

GYNECOLOGICAL

Infertility (female/male)
Menstrual pain
PMS
And many other female health problems

GASTROINTESTINAL

Constipation
Diarrhea
Hiccups
Nausea
Stomach pain

NEUROLOGICAL /
NERVOUS SYSTEM

Headache
Trigeminal neuralgia
Insomnia
Stress disorders
Bell’s Palsy
Hyperthyroidism
High blood pressure
Stroke
Epilepsy

RESPIRATORY

Asthma
Cough
Sore throat
Common cold
Allergies/hay fever

OTHERS

Smoking Cessation
Car accident complication and more

How does acupuncture feel?

At the time the needle is inserted, one may feel soreness or slight pain; some patients describe it as an "ant sting." While the needles remain inserted, for approximately 25 minutes, the patient may feel some cramping, heaviness, distention, tingling, or an electrical sensation either around the needle or traveling up or down the affected meridian, or energy pathway. In any case, if you experience any discomfort after the treatment, it is usually mild and short term. Because the purpose of acupuncture is to balance your body, there are no long-term negative side effects. On the contrary, relaxation and a sense of well-being often occur during and after treatment. Many patients fall asleep while the needles are inserted because of this sense of relaxation and balance.