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The practice of acupuncture is based on the understanding that a vital energy, referred to as "Qi" (pronounced, "chee"), flows along channels or meridians throughout our bodies. When this Qi becomes blocked or does not flow freely, it can cause disharmony or disease. In order to correct this disharmony, the Qi must be stimulated so that it moves freely again.
Acupuncture uses very fine needles to stimulate specific points located on the body, in order to influence the Qi of the body. Stimulating acupuncture points causes both the local area being needled and other, remote areas of the body to be stimulated.
The acupuncturist uses an understanding of the flow of Qi and the actions of the various acupuncture points to treat diseases and disharmonies in the body.
Does Acupuncture hurt?Surprisingly, acupuncture is not usually painful. Acupuncture needles are a mere fraction of the size of the conventional needles that are used for injections or blood draws. The tiny acupuncture needles are quickly inserted through the skin, where the nerves that transmit pain are located.
The sensation of the insertion is like a "quick pinch", which resolves in several seconds to a minute after insertion. Once past these nerves, the needles do not usually cause pain. In fact, the sensation of the inserted needles is often referred to as being numbing, achy, heavy, distending or energizing.
How often is each needle used?The acupuncture needles that we use are single use, disposable, sterilized stainless steel needles. They will be removed from their sterile containers just before they are used on a patient, and they will be thrown away after that use. They will never be re-used on another patient.
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What do you treat with Acupuncture?The National Institutes for Health have stated that Acupuncture may be effective for:
- Addiction
- Asthma.
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Fibromyalgia
- Headache
- Low Back pain
- Menstrual cramps
- Myofascial pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Osteoarthritis
- Post-operative dental pain
- Stroke rehabilitation
- Tennis elbow
This limited list is based on the conditions for which the most efficient study models could be designed, further research is likely to uncover additional areas where acupuncture interventions are highly effective.
In clinical practice, it has been seen that acupuncture is effective in the treatment of many other conditions and symptoms. These conditions include, but are not limited to:
- Hemorrhoids
- High blood pressure
- Hot flashes
- Impotence
- Menstrual irregularities
- Morning sickness
- Neuralgias
- Sciatica.
- Sinus infections,
- Sprains, strains
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Do you just treat symptoms with Acupuncture?It is possible to effectively treat acute conditions or symptoms, such as a runny nose or back pain. The aim of Acupuncture, though, is to identify and treat the underlying cause(s) of the problem. This is called the "root" of the problem, and it is said that Acupuncture treats the root, rather than chasing the leaves (the symptoms).
Sometimes, while working on the root, it is necessary and beneficial to address some of the leaves simultaneously, but it is inherent in the medicine of acupuncture that the root is never ignored.
What is the educational background of an Acupuncturist?Educational requirements for licensure vary from state to state. In Connecticut, Acupuncturists must complete 50 semester hours of postsecondary education. They must successfully complete an acupuncture course of study in a program which is accredited by a U.S. Department of Education recognized accrediting agency; the program of study must include a minimum of 1350 hours of training, 500 hours of which must be clinical.
Are Acupuncturists licensed?After meeting the educational requirements mentioned above, Acupuncturists must pass a DPHAS prescribed examination (Connecticut uses NCCA), which includes written and practical portions, as well as a board examination in Clean Needle Technique.
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Do you use anything besides acupuncture needles?We also utilize other modalities, or augment treatments with some of the following:
- Moxibustion: the burning of a tightly compressed form of the herb, Mugwort. This herb burns very hot, and allows us to direct heat at a particular point, meridian or area of the body. The body is not burned. This is a very soothing procedure.
- Cupping: the use of glass "cups" in which a suction is created. The cups are applied to the skin and the suction is used to promote and stimulate blood flow.
- Mild electro-acupuncture: the stimulation of acupuncture needles with a mild electrical current to stimulate the flow of Qi.
- Dietary advice: based on traditional Chinese medical theory.
- Tui-na: Chinese traditional massage/acupressure to promote and stimulate blood and Qi flow.
- Chinese prepared medicines and tinctures: used as an herbal adjunct in many cases.
What else can I help you with?
Who used acupuncture to relieve pain and cogestion?
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Used acupunture to relieve pain and congestion?
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How do you use acupuncture in a sentence?
The best way to relieve a headache is by having acupuncture done. This sentence works since acupuncture is a complementary medicine used to relieve pain.
Who used acupunture to realive pain and congestion?
A lot of people around the world use acupuncture to relieve many disorders. It is part of a family of natural medicines from the East called Traditional Chinese Medicine.
What alternative treatmets exist for the flu?
Acupuncture and acupressure. Both are said to stimulate natural resistance, relieve nasal congestion and headaches, fight fever, and calm coughs, depending on the acupuncture and acupressure points used. Aromatherapy.
How do you use the word relieve in a sentence?
"There are some mild analgesics used to relieve pain." "The new lanes should relieve some of the traffic congestion on the bridge." "I went to the bathroom to relieve myself."
Will acupuncture cure my back pain?
Acupuncture can cure your back pain in a matter of minutes. Acupuncture is alternative medicine used to manipulate the nerves by inserting needles in the body.
Why was acupuncture created?
It is said that acupuncture started clear back in the Stone Age. The procedures were much different than now but it is also said that bloodletting was known to be part of acupuncture.
Will acupuncture help knee pain?
Allegedly, acupuncture can help knee pain. It has been used for many years to relieve pain. Researchers from the American College of Rheumatology (in one study) found that Traditional Chinese Acupuncture is effective at reducing knee osteoarthritis pain.
Where does the word acupuncture came from?
The word acupuncture comes from an old Chinese practice. This practice uses needles to ease pain. It may also be used to relieve stress.
Can acupuncture be used to treat disk herniation?
Many believe acupuncture is particularly effective for pain management and addressing this neurological irritation. Acupuncture can also help break the
Does acupuncture work?
It is proposed that acupuncture works because the needles placed in the skin interrupt the nerve signals that transfer pain signals to the brain. Acupuncture can be used for many things including chronic pain and quit smoking plans.
