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Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine

Oriental Medicine – encompasses a variety of Asian health-care therapies. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology are the front runners of Oriental Medicine, but also included are Moxibustion, Gua Sha, Cupping and dietary modifications.

Acupuncture - Alone or as an adjunct to Western medicine, acupuncture provides highly effective treatment for many common complaints and may provide additional relief for problems that do not respond completely to Western medical treatment. If you suffer from low back pain, arthritis, PMS , headaches, allergies or any of a host of medical conditions, acupuncture can help. Many patients report not only having relief of the illness being treated but other benefits are also noted such as more energy, fewer colds and flu and being able to sleep better to name a few.

Traditional Chinese Medicine - Chinese medicine is a complete medical system that has been used to diagnose, treat and prevent illness for thousands of years. It’s basic theory states that our physical, mental and emotional states are dependent upon the life giving energy called Qi (chee) that courses through the body. We experience good health and a sense of well-being when the flow of Qi is smooth, balanced, and uninterrupted. An imbalance or blockage of this energy can result in disease. Acupuncture is a primary aspect of Chinese Medicine. It promotes the body’s innate ability to heal itself by regulating and balancing the flow of Qi. The Qi is accessed by inserting fine, stainless steel (disposable) needles under the skin at specific points along the 14 meridians or pathways found on the body‘s surface.