If you are struggling with pain or other chronic health issues, Chinese medicine can help. Acupuncture and herbs are powerful healing modalities that can relieve pain, boost the immune system, strengthen the organs, reduce stress, and balance the emotions. Whether you have back pain, allergies, headaches, digestive problems, a high-stress life, or want to lose weight, consider Chinese medicine to help you achieve your wellness goals.
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Plan on 1-1/2 hours, as an extensive interview is taken on the first visit.
You will fill out a complete medical history which will be discussed in detail, along with your current condition.
The whole person is treated, not just the symptoms.
Next, your tongue is examined and your pulses are felt.
Tongue and pulse diagnosis give the acupuncturist important information about your body's 'climate' and how to treat your condition.
Herbs are often prescribed to take at home.
Sometimes other modalities are used, such as cupping, acupressure or heat lamp, depending on the condition being treated and your constitution.
You will fill out a complete medical history which will be discussed in detail, along with your current condition.
The whole person is treated, not just the symptoms.
Next, your tongue is examined and your pulses are felt.
Tongue and pulse diagnosis give the acupuncturist important information about your body's 'climate' and how to treat your condition.
Herbs are often prescribed to take at home.
Sometimes other modalities are used, such as cupping, acupressure or heat lamp, depending on the condition being treated and your constitution.
Acupuncture is a covered service in some health plans.
Check with your insurer to determine if you have acupuncture coverage.
If so, get all the details such as what conditions are covered (back pain, nausea, etc.); co-pays and deductibles; and if you can use any acupuncturist or only in-network acupuncturists.
Acupuncture is usually a covered service in "flex pay" health insurance programs to which you contribute.
If you participate in this type of program, double-check with the administrator to ensure that funds can be used for acupuncture and/or herbs.
Check with your insurer to determine if you have acupuncture coverage.
If so, get all the details such as what conditions are covered (back pain, nausea, etc.); co-pays and deductibles; and if you can use any acupuncturist or only in-network acupuncturists.
Acupuncture is usually a covered service in "flex pay" health insurance programs to which you contribute.
If you participate in this type of program, double-check with the administrator to ensure that funds can be used for acupuncture and/or herbs.
What exactly is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is the insertion of fine, sterile needles into various parts of the body to naturally restore its balance.
To balance, harmonize and integrate organ functions so that they work together effectively.
How does it work, exactly?
No one knows for sure exactly how stimulation of certain points on the body stops pain, for instance.
Studies indicate that acupuncture influences the central and peripheral nervous systems.
It is now known to trigger the brain to releases endorphins, which makes acupuncture particularly effective for pain control and stress reduction.
Acupuncture is the insertion of fine, sterile needles into various parts of the body to naturally restore its balance.
To balance, harmonize and integrate organ functions so that they work together effectively.
How does it work, exactly?
No one knows for sure exactly how stimulation of certain points on the body stops pain, for instance.
Studies indicate that acupuncture influences the central and peripheral nervous systems.
It is now known to trigger the brain to releases endorphins, which makes acupuncture particularly effective for pain control and stress reduction.
Auricular acupuncture, or the placement of 5-6 tiny needles in the ear, is used for weight control and to stop smoking.
Repetitive motion injuries such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Acupuncture is highly effective for treating this condition, and surgery can often be avoided.
Stress-related disorders such as insomnia, anxiety, upper shoulder and neck tension and pain.
Routine treatment is an excellent way to keep the body balanced, avoid re-occurrence of pain and reduce stress for those who wish to maintain their good health.
Repetitive motion injuries such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Acupuncture is highly effective for treating this condition, and surgery can often be avoided.
Stress-related disorders such as insomnia, anxiety, upper shoulder and neck tension and pain.
Routine treatment is an excellent way to keep the body balanced, avoid re-occurrence of pain and reduce stress for those who wish to maintain their good health.
Simply stated, a coach guides, inspires and supports you in making daily choices and lifestyle changes that support your wellness goals.
Another way of saying that is that a coach helps you make a plan and put it into action.
Have been unsuccessful at keeping weight off - you've been on several diets but the weight seems to pile back on.
Are dependent on pharmaceuticals for acid reflux, anxiety, insomnia, to lower cholesterol, to manage chronic sinus infections, lower blood sugar, manage headaches, etc.
Another way of saying that is that a coach helps you make a plan and put it into action.
Have been unsuccessful at keeping weight off - you've been on several diets but the weight seems to pile back on.
Are dependent on pharmaceuticals for acid reflux, anxiety, insomnia, to lower cholesterol, to manage chronic sinus infections, lower blood sugar, manage headaches, etc.
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