What is Acupuncture?  How does it work?

Acupuncture is the insertion of very fine pins into specific locations on the body.  This stimulates the body's nervous and circulatory systems.  Activation of the nervous system improves function in the entire body, improvement in circulation nourishes the entire body.  The insertion of fine pins stimulates the body's natural healing responses.  Acupuncture calms the nervous system and improves the flow of blood throughout the body. ​

How is treatment determined?

Our Acupuncture Physician will perform a thorough evaluation on the first visit.  This will determine the basis for treatment (which acupoints will be selected).  Acupoint prescription and Herbal Prescription will be chosen based on  the individual patient's current symptoms.

What does training entail for an Acupuncture Physician?

In the United States a Master's Degree is required for Licensure.  Typically this is an accelerated program of 3,000 or more hours including clinical training.  For entry into a program a 2 year degree or equivalent is required.  Students then complete their Bachelor's in Science and then a Master's in Oriental or Chinese Medicine including clinical training - all in 3 years.

What can acupuncture treat?

Because acupuncture activates and corrects the body's function and encourages improvement in circulation it can affect a long list of symptoms and conditions.  More soon...

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