Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a form of holistic medicine that has been used in China for centuries. The Chinese believe that illness and pain occur when the body's qi or energy flow becomes stuck or stagnant. An acupuncturist will insert very fine , disposable needles and the needles are usually as thin as a hair, and are used only once before they are disposed into specific points in the body to alter the flow of qi and return the body to a state of balance or health.

Acupuncture treats many disorders including but not limited to:

• Neurological Disorders: Neuralgia, insomnia, dizziness, post-stroke recovery, facial palsy, trigeminal neuralgias
• Gastrointestinal Disorders: Food allergies, ulcers, chronic diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, GI weakness, gastritis, anorexia, nausea.
• Psychological Disorders: Depression, anxiety, eating disorders
• Musculoskeletal Disorders: Arthritis, sciatica, low back pain, neck pain, fibromyalgia, fatigue, carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Gynecological Disorders: Irregular, heavy or painful periods, infertility, PMS, menopause
• Respiratory Disorders: Emphysema, sinus infections, asthma, allergies, bronchitis, cold and flu.
• Circulatory Diseases: Hypertension, angina pectoris, headaches, cold hands and feet.
• Addiction: Sugar, alcohol, nicotine, drugs.
• Supportive Therapy: Management of symptoms for other chronic and painful disorders including post surgery pain.

The needles most often used for acupuncture are as thin as your hair and about an inch long. The stainless steel needles, used only once, are sterile and disposable.

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