Acupuncture

Acupuncture is part of the ancient practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) and has been practiced for thousands of years to treat many health issues, which involves the insertion of very fine, disposable, stainless steel needles into the surface of your skin at specific acupuncture point locations on your body. The goal of acupuncture is to balance the physiological functions of the body to promote and maintain health.

In traditional Chinese medicine, it’s believed that the human body has more than 2,000 acupuncture points connected by pathways or meridians. These pathways create an energy flow (Qi, pronounced “Chee”) through the body that is responsible for overall health. Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners believe the health issues and conditions develop due to an imbalance or blockage of your qi, also referred to as your flow of energy or life force, through the various pathways in your body. By applying acupuncture to certain points, it is thought to restore flow of Qi, thereby balance and improve your symptoms and your health.

Studies have shown that acupuncture is effective for a variety of conditions and has few side effects. It is encouraged that you could try it alongside conventional medical care. If you choose to see an acupuncturist, we suggest that you need to find a practitioner who is licensed as having proper training and credentials.