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January 1, 2000

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a modality of Chinese Medicine and has been used for thousands of years.  It is known to boost the immune system, decrease inflammation, stop pain, and release endorphins.  It also helps return the body to it’s natural state of functioning.  Because of this, patients often come in for a specific complaint and later discover that many other symptoms are also relieved.  During a course of treatment, the goal is to treat the symptoms, as well as the root cause, so that the body can heal itself and return to functioning as it was before the symptoms occurred.

Below is a list of health conditions that acupuncture treats.

Chronic Conditions
• Fatigue
• Fibromyalgia
• Headaches and Migraines
• Autoimmune disorders

 

 

 

Digestive Health
• Heartburn, Acid Reflux
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Abdominal pain
• Chronic loose stools or constipation
• Acute and chronic gastritis
• Morning sickness
• Nausea and vomiting

Reproductive Health
• Infertility
• Painful periods
• Amenorrhea
• Irregular menses
• Increased efficacy of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

 Mental and Emotional Wellness
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Depression

 

 

 

Respiratory and Immune Health
• Sinusitis
• Allergies
• Asthma
• Common Cold
• Cough

Pain and Injuries
• Muscle pain
• Back, neck and shoulder pain
• Leg, ankle and foot pain
• Arm, wrist and hand pain
• Knee pain
• Hip pain
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Repetitive strain injuries
• Sciatica
• Postoperative pain

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Herbal medicine is one of the primary methods of treatment in Chinese Medicine. Records indicate usage dating back over 2,000 years. With an extensive repertoire of herbs and herbal formulas, disease is treated and prevented with minimal side effects. Herbal formulas may contain 2 to 12 different ingredients to be taken daily as a tea, powder, capsule or topical application. Individual herbs are sourced from plants, animals and minerals.

Patients may take herbal medicine in conjunction with acupuncture or may come in for an herbal consultation only.

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Other Modalities

Cupping may be used as a way to increase and promote circulation to a local area of the body.  During the treatment, glass or plastic cups are placed on the skin with a suction, which produces a therapeutic effect.  This effect releases muscle tension and  promotes local blood flow and circulation, thereby helping relieve pain.  Cupping may also be used for tight muscles, a common cold or to help detoxify the body