What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is one of the key components of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It involves the gentle insertion of very fine, sterile, disposable (one time use) needles at specific acupoints on the body and stimulation with certain manipulating techniques for the prevention and treatment of illness and disease.
Acupuncture has not only been practicing in China for thousands of years, but has also been recognized and accepted by the World Health Organization (WHO) and most countries in the world.
How Does Acupuncture Work?
There are many different theories to explain how acupuncture works. The modern scientific explanation is that acupuncture treatment can stimulate the central nervous system to release some chemicals that cause the body to adjust its own internal regulating system and activate the body's natural healing abilities. One example is that the stimulation of acupuncture points causes the body to produce endorphin, a substance that relieves pain.
Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that if there is an imbalance of Ying-Yang or a block in the flow of Qi within the meridian, the body will exhibit some symptoms or illness.
Acupuncture treatment can restore health and protect against diseases by correcting and re-establishing balanced Ying-Yang and the regular flow of Qi.
Does acupuncture hurt?
People experience acupuncture differently, but most feel no or minimal pain as the needles are inserted. When the needle is accurately introduced to the acupoint and manipulated with correct methods, one may have some sensations of aching, numbness, tingling, heaviness or distension around the area. These sensations suggest the arrival of Qi and the good therapeutic effect.
How safe is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an external, all-natural, drug-free therapy. There is little danger of infection from acupuncture needles because they are sterile and disposable. Relatively few complications from the use of acupuncture have been reported.
What conditions can be treated by acupuncture?
Acupuncture has broad applications In the hands of a well-trained and experienced practitioner. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes acupuncture and TCM as being effective in the treatment of a wide range of problems.
The following is a partial list:
- - Headache , Migraine , Neck Pain, Back Pain, knee Pain, Frozen
Shoulder, Tennis Elbow, Sports Injuries and Pains - - Sciatica , Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, Arthritis,
Rheumatism - - Bell’s Palsy, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Rehabilitation of Stroke
- - Common Cold and Flu, Sore Throat, Cough, Hay Fever, Asthma,
Bronchitis, Sinus Infection - - Stomach Ulcers, Diarrhea, Constipation
- - Diabetes, Arteriosclerosis and Angina
- - Stress Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia
- - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Tinnitus, Vertigo
- - Eczema, Acne Psoriasis, Vitiligo
- - Cancer and side effects of chemotherapy and radiation
- - Premature ejaculation, ED, Low sperm count, Impotence,
Prostate condition - - Infertility, Morning sickness, Hot flushes, Pre-menstrual syndrome,
Menopause - - Addictions Cessation
- - Weight Management
What is Reflexology and how does it work?
Reflexology is a preventative non-invasive holistic treatment. This natural healing and rejuvenating therapy is based on the principle that there are reflex points on the feet, hands and ears that correspond to every gland and organ and area of the body. By applying pressure on specific reflex points, a Reflexologist can stimulate corresponding organs or glands. When pressure is applied to the reflexes and congestion is felt under the skin, this indicates to the Reflexologist that a blockage in the reflex may be causing a problem.
Who can received a Reflexology treatment?
Reflexology is completely safe for everyone! The basic technique and length of the session may vary, depending on the age and the physical condition of the client. Reflexology is safe and drug-free, so any person can begin Reflexology treatments as soon as they wish.
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