Acupuncture works with the fundamental life force known as Qi (pronounced "Chee"), and a system of pathways through which this Qi flows. These pathways, usually called "meridians", connect to the internal organs, and the Qi which flows through them nourishes and gives life to every cell in the body, just as irrigation systems bring water. Mission Statement: My reason for doing this work is to contribute to the cause of reducing suffering in this world.
What can acupuncture help with? The goal of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is to restore the body to a balanced state of health, in which it can self-regulate efficiently and effectively fight off disease or the effects of trauma. Therefore, to varying degrees, this medicine can help with virtually any health problem. Of course, some.
What can acupuncture help with? The goal of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is to restore the body to a balanced state of health, in which it can self-regulate efficiently and effectively fight off disease or the effects of trauma. Therefore, to varying degrees, this medicine can help with virtually any health problem. Of course, some.
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In the West, acupuncture is best known for its ability to relieve pain, and is frequently used for back pain, shoulder pain, knee problems, and so on.
By nature of being a holistic medicine, of course, it does much more.
If indicated, TCM can be used to strengthen the immune system, to reduce anxiety, or increase energy.
Patients who visit their acupuncturists regularly frequently report that they don't get the flu or other illnesses that are "going around, " even when exposed to many sick friends or relatives.
By nature of being a holistic medicine, of course, it does much more.
If indicated, TCM can be used to strengthen the immune system, to reduce anxiety, or increase energy.
Patients who visit their acupuncturists regularly frequently report that they don't get the flu or other illnesses that are "going around, " even when exposed to many sick friends or relatives.
Most office visits will last approximately one hour.
Of this time, about two-thirds will be spent on the actual treatment, and the other third talking to the acupuncturist about your condition.
Usually, in addition to asking a series of questions about your current and past health, an acupuncturist will want to briefly examine your tongue (as tongue examination is one of TCM's important diagnostic tools) and feel your pulse.
Once ready for the treatment, you will be asked to lie down on a comfortable (and possibly heated) massage table.
Of this time, about two-thirds will be spent on the actual treatment, and the other third talking to the acupuncturist about your condition.
Usually, in addition to asking a series of questions about your current and past health, an acupuncturist will want to briefly examine your tongue (as tongue examination is one of TCM's important diagnostic tools) and feel your pulse.
Once ready for the treatment, you will be asked to lie down on a comfortable (and possibly heated) massage table.
0 from The Northwest Institute of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Seattle, Washington, after studying Cellular and Molecular Biology at the University of Colorado at Boulder.
He is licensed by the state of Washington, and certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
In addition to his private practice, Dennis has seven years of experience providing acupuncture at Fairfax Psychiatric Hospital.
In private practice, he has extensive experience and knowledge of treatment for the full spectrum of illnesses, but he has particular and unique expertise in the use of acupuncture in the treatment of mental and emotional disharmonies.
He is licensed by the state of Washington, and certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
In addition to his private practice, Dennis has seven years of experience providing acupuncture at Fairfax Psychiatric Hospital.
In private practice, he has extensive experience and knowledge of treatment for the full spectrum of illnesses, but he has particular and unique expertise in the use of acupuncture in the treatment of mental and emotional disharmonies.
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