1. What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points shown as
effective in the treatment of specific health problems. These points have been mapped
by the Chinese over a period of two thousand years. Recently, electromagnetic research
has confirmed their locations.
2. What problems does acupuncture treat?
The World Health Organization has said that acupuncture is suitable for treating the
following:
effective. Feel free to inquire about any other conditions.
3. How deep do the needles go?
That depends upon the nature of the problem, the location of the points selected, the
patient's size, age and constitution, and upon the acupuncturist's style or school. Usually,
needles are inserted from 1/4 to 1 inch in depth.
4. Does it hurt?
If your practitioner has obtained the correct stimulus of the needle, the patient should
feel some cramping, heaviness, distention, tingling, or an electric sensation either around
the needle or traveling up or down the affected meridian, or energy pathway. In
Chinese, acupuncture is 'bu tong', painless. Some Western cultures may categorize these
sensations as types of pain. In any case, if you experience any discomfort, it is usually mild.
5. Are the needles clean?
The best practice among acupuncturists in America today is to use sterilized, individually
packaged, disposable needles. Needles are not be saved or reused for later treatments.
This eliminates the possibility of transmitting a communicable disease by a contaminated
needle.
6. How does acupuncture work?
Modern Western medicine cannot explain how acupuncture works. Traditional
acupuncture is based on ancient Chinese theories of the flow of Qi (Energy) and Xue
(Blood) through distinct meridians or pathways that cover the body somewhat like the
nerves and blood vessels do. According to ancient theory, acupuncture allows Qi to flow
to areas where it is Deficient and away from where it is Excess. In this way, acupuncture
regulates and restores the harmonious energetic balance of the body. In Chinese there is
a saying, "there is no pain if there is free flow; if there is pain, there is no free flow."
7. Are there different styles of acupuncture?
Yes, there are. Acupuncture originated in China but has spread to Korea, Japan, Vietnam,
Europe, the British Isles, and America. In different countries, different styles have
developed based on differing opinions as to theory and technique. Patients should talk to
their practitioners about their particular style and learn as much as possible about the
treatment being proposed.
8. What criteria should one use in choosing an acupuncturist?
Patients should ask about where the practitioner trained, how long the training was, how
long he or she has been in practice, and what experience the practitioner has had in
treating the patient's specific ailment. Acupuncture is a licensed & regulated healthcare
profession in about half the states in the US. Ask your practitioner if your state requires a
license to practice. (New Hampshire does require licensing). In states that do not
currently require licensing, patients should ask their practitioner if they are certified by the
National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists. Acupuncturists who have
passed this exam are entitled to add Dipl.Ac. (Diplomate of Acupuncture) after their name.
9. How many treatments will I need?
That depends upon the duration, severity and nature of your complaint. You may need
only a single treatment for an acute condition. A series of five to fifteen treatments may
resolve many chronic problems. Some degenerative conditions may require many
treatments over time.
10. What should I know about the proposed treatments?
Your practitioner will explain the nature of your problem and what treatment he or she is
recommending. Your practitioner will tell you what benefits and risks there are to the
proposed treatment, what other treatment options are available to you through this
practitioner or by referral to another practitioner or physician. If you agree to go ahead
with the treatments, your practitioner will tell you what progress to expect, what to do if
you don't experience that progress and what to do if you feel worse.
11. Is there anything I need to do before receiving an acupuncture treatment?
Yes, the following suggestions will help you get the maximum benefits from your
treatment:
12. Is there anything I need to do while receiving acupuncture?
Yes. Again.
13. What can I expect after treatment?
You may note a spot of blood at one or more of the needle sites and/or a small bruise
could develop. These should not be harmful, but please talk to your practitioner if you
are concerned. Patients often experience the most dramatic results in the first
treatment. Some patients experience an immediate total or partial relief of their pain or
other symptoms. This relief may last or some pain may return. In a few cases, there may
be no immediate relief only to notice the pain diminish over the next couple of days.
Generally, you should expect to feel better.
14. Who can benefit from our services?
All of us
Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points shown as
effective in the treatment of specific health problems. These points have been mapped
by the Chinese over a period of two thousand years. Recently, electromagnetic research
has confirmed their locations.
2. What problems does acupuncture treat?
The World Health Organization has said that acupuncture is suitable for treating the
following:
- Ear, Nose & Throat Disorders: Toothaches, pain after tooth extraction, earaches,
sinus inflammation, nasal inflammation or dryness. - Respiratory Disorders: Uncomplicated bronchial asthma in children or adults.
- Gastrointestinal Disorders: Digestive tract problems, hiccups, inflammation of the
stomach, chronic duodenal ulcers, inflammation of the colon, constipation, diarrhea,
dysentery caused by certain bacteria. - Eye Disorders: Inflammation of the conjunctiva, inflammation of the central retina,
nearsightedness (in children), and uncomplicated cataracts. - Nervous System and Muscular Disorders: Headaches, migraines, certain facial
paralysis or nerve pain, partial weakness after a stroke, inflammation of nerve
endings, bed wetting, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, sciatica, low back pain, and
osteoarthritis. - Acupuncture has been used for centuries in China to treat many other problems
such as knee pain, sprains and strains, and most gynecological complaints.
effective. Feel free to inquire about any other conditions.
3. How deep do the needles go?
That depends upon the nature of the problem, the location of the points selected, the
patient's size, age and constitution, and upon the acupuncturist's style or school. Usually,
needles are inserted from 1/4 to 1 inch in depth.
4. Does it hurt?
If your practitioner has obtained the correct stimulus of the needle, the patient should
feel some cramping, heaviness, distention, tingling, or an electric sensation either around
the needle or traveling up or down the affected meridian, or energy pathway. In
Chinese, acupuncture is 'bu tong', painless. Some Western cultures may categorize these
sensations as types of pain. In any case, if you experience any discomfort, it is usually mild.
5. Are the needles clean?
The best practice among acupuncturists in America today is to use sterilized, individually
packaged, disposable needles. Needles are not be saved or reused for later treatments.
This eliminates the possibility of transmitting a communicable disease by a contaminated
needle.
6. How does acupuncture work?
Modern Western medicine cannot explain how acupuncture works. Traditional
acupuncture is based on ancient Chinese theories of the flow of Qi (Energy) and Xue
(Blood) through distinct meridians or pathways that cover the body somewhat like the
nerves and blood vessels do. According to ancient theory, acupuncture allows Qi to flow
to areas where it is Deficient and away from where it is Excess. In this way, acupuncture
regulates and restores the harmonious energetic balance of the body. In Chinese there is
a saying, "there is no pain if there is free flow; if there is pain, there is no free flow."
7. Are there different styles of acupuncture?
Yes, there are. Acupuncture originated in China but has spread to Korea, Japan, Vietnam,
Europe, the British Isles, and America. In different countries, different styles have
developed based on differing opinions as to theory and technique. Patients should talk to
their practitioners about their particular style and learn as much as possible about the
treatment being proposed.
8. What criteria should one use in choosing an acupuncturist?
Patients should ask about where the practitioner trained, how long the training was, how
long he or she has been in practice, and what experience the practitioner has had in
treating the patient's specific ailment. Acupuncture is a licensed & regulated healthcare
profession in about half the states in the US. Ask your practitioner if your state requires a
license to practice. (New Hampshire does require licensing). In states that do not
currently require licensing, patients should ask their practitioner if they are certified by the
National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists. Acupuncturists who have
passed this exam are entitled to add Dipl.Ac. (Diplomate of Acupuncture) after their name.
9. How many treatments will I need?
That depends upon the duration, severity and nature of your complaint. You may need
only a single treatment for an acute condition. A series of five to fifteen treatments may
resolve many chronic problems. Some degenerative conditions may require many
treatments over time.
10. What should I know about the proposed treatments?
Your practitioner will explain the nature of your problem and what treatment he or she is
recommending. Your practitioner will tell you what benefits and risks there are to the
proposed treatment, what other treatment options are available to you through this
practitioner or by referral to another practitioner or physician. If you agree to go ahead
with the treatments, your practitioner will tell you what progress to expect, what to do if
you don't experience that progress and what to do if you feel worse.
11. Is there anything I need to do before receiving an acupuncture treatment?
Yes, the following suggestions will help you get the maximum benefits from your
treatment:
- Maintain good personal hygiene to reduce the possibility of bacterial infection.
- To prevent loss, do not wear jewelry.
- Wear loose clothing. Women should not wear one-piece dresses. Avoid wearing
tight stockings. - Avoid treatment when excessively fatigued, hungry, or full.
12. Is there anything I need to do while receiving acupuncture?
Yes. Again.
- Relax. There is no need to be frightened. Ask your practitioner any questions you
have along the way so that you can get the most benefit possible from the
treatment. - Do not change your position or move suddenly. If you are uncomfortable, tell your
practitioner. - Some people experience dizziness, nausea, cold sweat, shortness of breath, or
faintness during treatment. This often occurs if you are nervous. Inform your
practitioner immediately so he or she can readjust or withdraw the needles. Also
let your practitioner know if you feel an increasing amount of pain or burning
sensation during the treatment. - If you find your treatment unbearable at any point, be sure to speak up so that
your practitioner can make the proper adjustments or stop the treatment.
13. What can I expect after treatment?
You may note a spot of blood at one or more of the needle sites and/or a small bruise
could develop. These should not be harmful, but please talk to your practitioner if you
are concerned. Patients often experience the most dramatic results in the first
treatment. Some patients experience an immediate total or partial relief of their pain or
other symptoms. This relief may last or some pain may return. In a few cases, there may
be no immediate relief only to notice the pain diminish over the next couple of days.
Generally, you should expect to feel better.
14. Who can benefit from our services?
All of us
- Improve sense of wellness and balance
- Enhance preventive care
- Stress and anxiety relief
- Menstrual and menopausal disorders
- Prevent and treat injuries
- Speed recovery, enhance performance
- Get more out of your fitness routine
- Experience gentle treatment techniques that address your special needs
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