Acupuncture - the insertion of very fine, sterile, disposable needles into places called points for the purpose of balancing the qi (Chinese for energy or life force) in a person
Specialty areas where Acupuncture is used effectively:
Stress Relief - Everyone deals with stress everyday, so external stress cannot be changed. Most of us experience what is referred to as the “fight or flight” response to everyday stress. This mechanism in our design is to help us run from a lion or protect our young, it is not supposed to be accessed all day, every day like our modern world causes. Acupuncture can help the patient be more calm and relaxed and also more awake to the shifts in their own bodies to help reduce the unnecessary “fight or flight” response..Acute or Chronic Pain Relief - When an injury occurs there are pathways of qi that can be obstructed. When the qi is obstructed pain becomes intense. Acupuncture can help the qi to flow smoothly in the injured area which promotes the body’s natural healing capacity. Chronic pain can be the result of a long term obstruction of qi, due to an old injury, and again acupuncture is very useful in promoting the smooth flow of qi, allowing the body to heal itself.
Infertility - There is no word for infertility in Chinese Medicine. The word for all deviation from our natural processes is imbalance. Having a diagnosis of “infertility” can be devastating to a woman who wants to become pregnant. If she understands (from the Chinese perspective) that she is experiencing imbalance (just like constipation, headaches, or any other imbalance) which can be brought back into balance with acupuncture, it can be a tremendous a relief. I say to women who are having difficulty becoming pregnant, “give me three months of acupuncture treatment before subjecting yourself to the invasive discomfort of the fertility industry and see what happens when your body is in balance and harmony.”
Facial Rejuvenation - This highly specialized protocol is 12 weekly treatments. These treatments are safe and gentle. They can tighten sagging facial muscles, promote circulation and collagen production, and reduce or erase wrinkles. These treatments also work on the organ systems that affect the face, so while becoming more beautiful and younger looking your whole body gets “tuned up.”
Immune System - Acupuncture works with your own body’s natural systems to boost your immune system. If you are chronically ill or suffer seasonal illness or allergies, after regular treatment you will likely see a huge reduction in colds, flus and allergies.
Reiki - The channeling of energy through the hands to a patient for pain reduction, relaxation and healing. Reiki can be used with acupuncture, or in cases where patients do not want needles reiki can be used alone.
Plant Spirit Healing - The inviting of plant spirits through the hands of a practitioner to a patient for the purpose of balancing the patient’s energy. This is a stand alone system of healing, not used in conjunction with acupuncture. This is an excellent substitute for children who are afraid of needles. It creates balance and harmony in the patient.