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Acupuncture
Acupuncture (traditional and
needle-free) is a method of encouraging the body to promote
natural healing and to improve overall functioning. The
acupuncture treatment itself consists of the insertion of
tiny thread-like needles into specific points along pathways
of energy called meridians. These meridians run through
the body and along its surface in regular patterns to
nourish and regulate all bodily functions. As long as
energy flows freely and harmoniously, health is maintained.
If energy becomes blocked or depleted, pain or illness will
result.
Classical Chinese theory
states that stimulation of acupuncture points facilitates
the movement of energy or qi (chi) to release blocked energy
and regulate areas of deficiency. Basically, it helps
correct internal imbalances in the body. According to
modern science, research suggests that the meridians are
actually our nervous system pathways.
Acupuncture acts as a stimulus
to the nervous system, prompting it to send messages to the
muscles, spinal cord and brain to correct these internal
imbalances and encourage healing. More specifically, acupuncture needles also
stimulate specific nerve fibers to carry electrical impulses
back to the hypothalamus which in turn releases
neurotransmitters like dopamine, adrenaline, and serotonin. These effects enhance and activate the body’s
ability to heal itself, promoting physical and mental
health.
*This treatment may also
include the use of moxa (heat therapy), gua sha (a technique
to break up congestion), cupping, or auricular acupuncture
according to the condition presented.
**When appropriate, herbs are
prescribed in combinations designed specifically to address
an individual’s needs. Herbs may be used alone or as
adjunctive therapy to sustain the benefits of acupuncture,
exercise or nutritional programs.
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