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Acupuncture
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Chinese medicine is an age old practice, dating over 5,000 years and can be instantaneously effective. Acupuncture is a non-invasive method that treats your whole body system: physical, mental and emotional. It clears energetic blockages, improves circulation, and nourishes organs and tissues; thereby releasing the body from pain, trauma, and stress. In addition to reducing pain and symptoms of disease, one of the natural side effects of acupuncture is an increase in relaxation.
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Acupuncture not only treats existing disease or imbalance in the body, but also prevents it from forming. Getting rid of pain or illness can be simple and easy when disease is viewed as merely an imbalance. The body's own healing system naturally wants to regain equilibrium or homeostasis. If supported in appropriate ways, health will return.
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The research is gaining in the field of acupuncture, with many acupuncturists returning to school for doctorates and PHd’s in this field of study. For many years, empirical evidence of acupuncture was sufficient enough for people to want to try it out. In recent decades, acupuncture has been under scientific scrutiny for both its efficacy and mechanism, or how it actually works, with results that are both impressive and supportive of its many benefits.
How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments will vary from person to person. Some people experience immediate relief; others may take months or even years to achieve results. Chronic conditions usually take longer to resolve than acute ones. Plan on a minimum of a month to see significant changes.
Treatment frequency depends on a variety of factors: your constitution, the severity and duration of the problem and the quality and quantity of your Qi. An acupuncturist may suggest one or two treatments per week, monthly visits for health maintenance or seasonal “tune ups.”
What are the risks?
Acupuncture is a minimally invasive, relatively safe medical procedure that appears to have complex effects on the central and peripheral nervous system, immune system, and pain perception.
How safe is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is extremely safe. It is an all-natural, drug-free therapy, yielding no side effects except feelings of relaxation and well-being. There is little danger of infection from acupuncture needles because they are sterile, used once, and then discarded.
How much does it cost?
Rates vary and depend upon what procedures are performed. It is best to consult with your acupuncturist about costs. You can visit our Pricing page to learn more about different types of services offered and costs.
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