How does Acupuncture Work?

• Acupuncture points cover the entire body similar to the circulatory system and nervous system.

• Each point, when activated, has a distinct effect on the muscles, joints, systems, and organs of the body.

• Some points are used to reduce pain and inflammation and speed healing. Other points may strengthen the immune system, digestive or respiratory system.

• There is very little sensation with the acupuncture needles because they are only slightly thicker than a strand of hair.

• The needles are sterile, used only once, and disposed of afterward.

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How much treatment will you need?

Treatment depends on the type, duration, and severity of your health issues.

To be effective, acupuncture requires a series of closely-spaced consistent treatments.

You cannot evaluate progress after only one or two treatments.

Some health issues can be treated effectively with two treatments per week for a few weeks.

Severe or chronic health issues may require more intensive treatment over a longer period.

Acupuncture has many positive “side effects” like improved mood, energy, sleep, and mental concentration.

Acupuncture Research

• Bone, Muscle, Joint, Pain: arthritis, neck and shoulder pain, back pain, lower back , bursitis carpal tunnel, elbow pain, foot pain, orthopedic bone conditions, sprains, strains, tendonitis, athletic injuries, TMJ

• Addictions: alcoholism, drug addiction, eating disorders, smoking cessation

• Cardiovascular: hypertension, high blood pressure

• Dermatological: acne, eczema, herpes, psoriasis, sweating

• Emotional: anxiety, autism, depression, stress, tension headaches

• Eyes-Ears-Nose-Throat: ear infections, eyes, macular degeneration, sinusitis

• Gastrointestinal: acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome IBS, digestive disorders

• Reproductive: endometriosis and fibroids, female or male infertility, low libido, menopause, menstrual problems, polycystic ovarian syndrome, pregnancy and postpartum care, PMS, male sexual dysfunction and impotence, female sexual dysfunction

• Infections: bronchitis, candida, cold and flu prevention, cold treatment, vaginal infections

• Internal: chronic fatigue, diabetes, fibromyalgia, high blood pressure, lupus, obesity, weight loss, prostatis & pelvic pain, urinary problems, cystitis

• Neurological: dizziness, insomnia, migraines, headaches, neuralgia, shingles, stroke

• Respiratory: allergies, asthma, pediatric asthma, emphysema, seasonal allergies

• Other: cancer, ,AIDS, hepatitis, pediatric, pregnancy, nutrition, athletics,