How can Acupuncture Help?
Acupuncture is an ancient form of medicine that aims to holistically treat the whole person. Using fine needles, your acupuncturist will work with the energy system of your body and help organize it to promote health and healing.
Treatments are generally performed with you lying down. The duration of treatment time with the needles in varies but commonly ranges from 15-30 minutes. Depending on the condition, she may utilize other aspects of chinese medicine like herbal therapy, cupping, moxa and/or electro-acupuncture. All treatments would only be administered with your consent and prior discussion, so that you understand both your condition and the strategy utilized to treat it.
Many patients find treatments relaxing.
Acupuncture commonly treats a wide variety of symptoms. These may include symptoms related to the following conditions:
Headache, dizziness, TMD pain, low back pain and neck pain, carpal tunnel, plantar fasciitis, elbow and knee pain, digestive issues, allergies, and stress.
Acupuncture can be an excellent modality to treat injuries related to motor vehicle accidents. If you have been in an accident, you likely have benefits to be seen by an acupuncturist for care.