Frequently Asked Questions

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture?

Acupuncture originated in China more than 3,000 years ago and is used to diagnose and help with illness, prevent disease and improve overall well-being. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is based on the concept of vital energy, or qi, that is believed to flow throughout the body. It is proposed to reculape a person's spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical balance. Among the components of TCM are acupuncture, herbal and nutritional therapy, restorative physical exercises, meditation, and remedial massage, and acupressure. 

How does Acupuncture Work?

Modern scientific research has shown that acupuncture stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals (endorphins, the body’s natural pain killers) in the muscles, spinal chord and braij. These chemicals decrease inflammation and pain. It may also restore balance to the hormone system. Acupuncture blocks the transmission of pain signals to the brain and increases circulation in the problem area, thus promoting tissue regeneration.

The stimulation of well defined acupuncture points the energy pathways can be reconnected and balanced the body’s vitality. The energy and biochemical balance produced by acupuncture stimulates the body’s natural healing abilities and promotes physical and emotional well-being.

What can Acupuncture Help with?

 Musculo-Skeletal：Pain, Numbness, Stiffness, Strain, Injuries, Fibromyalgia, Paralysis, Sprains, Strains

Pain in Neck, Shoulders, Arms, Hands, Fingers, Back, Legs, Knees, Feet. Muscle Cramping, Arthritis, Sciatica, Disc degenerate, Traumatic injuries, Sports or Car Accident injuries, Tendinitis, Joint Problem, Facial Paralysis, Carpal tunnel Syndrome, TMJ, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Tennis Elbow, After Stroke recovery

 Neurological

Headache, Migraine, Dizziness, Neuralgia, Facial Pain, Post-operative Pain, stroke Residuals, Parkinson's Disease, Memory loss, Bell's Palsy, Seizure

 Emotional

Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, ADD, ADHD, Autism, Eating Disorder, anorexia, Bulimia, PTSD

 Respiratory

Allergy, Asthma, Sinusitis, Cold, Lung function disorder

 Digestive

Diarrhea, Indigestion, Constipation, IBS, Stomach acid , Heart burn, Diabetes, Weight control, Eating Disorder

 Urological

Sexual Dysfunction, Impotence, Frequent Urination, ED

 Gynocological

Infertility, Menopause , Irregular Menstruation, Painful Menstruation, PMS, Capsular Contracture, PCOS. Hormone unbalance, Induce labor(60-85%success), breech adjustment(80% success)

 Cardiovascular

High Cholesterol, Palpitation, Hypertension, High Blood Pressure

Immune System

Lyme disease, Skin problem , eczema , Skin itch, Cancer Support, Hives

Others

Fatigue, Gout, Stop Smoking(60-85% success), Drug, Alcohol and other Addictions(60-80% success), Increased Energy and Vitality, Strengthens the, Health Maintenance, After stroke recovery

Cosmetic acupuncture , Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture  *[1]

Anti-aging, Reduce wrinkles, fine lines and folds, Facelift, Acne, restore body system

*[1]The International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture showing acupuncture may decrease of facial wrinkles.Their skin felt firmer to the touch and elasticity was improved.

Acupuncture move blood circulation and stimulate the production of collagen.

Most patients feel only minimal pain as the needles are inserted; some feel no pain at all. Once the needles are in place, there is no pain felt. After the insertion of the needles, patients can experience different energetic sensations such as warmth or pressure. Many patients describe the sensation as an unfamiliar but pleasant and relaxing feeling.

Out of many millions of treatments in the West in the past two decades, very few problems have been reported. Currently, state and federal agencies have established strict procedures for needle sterilization.

Acupuncture needles are very thin and are made from stainless steel. The risk of bruising and skin irritation is less than when using a hollow needle.

Treatment with acupuncture needles is the most commonly used technique. However, acupuncturists may utilize other forms of treatment such as an energy lamp and a variety of acupressure and movement techniques. They may also recommend dietary modifications, herbal prescriptions and specific therapeutic exercises.

The number of treatments needed differs from person to person. It is not uncommon for patients to experience significant effectiveness after one treatment. Ten treatments within a four to five week period is a normal course of treatment, and then the case is evaluated. For complex or long-standing conditions, one or two treatments a week for several months may be recommended. For acute problems, usually fewer visits are required. For health maintenance, six sessions a year may be all that is necessary.

Chinese Medicine emphasizes a holistic approach that treats the whole person. Individual herbs are rarely prescribed alone in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The combination of herbs in a formula creates a new therapeutic agent that can treat much more effectively then a single herb. Chinese herbal medicine uses most of the plant. For some people, the herb has minimal side effects. The most commonly reported adverse reaction is minor gastrointestinal upset.