Before Your Acupuncture Appointment:
1. Rest well the night before
2. Go easy on caffeine
3. Stay hydrated throughout the day
4. Wear comfortable, loose clothing
5. Have a light snack before appointment
6. Relax, bring an open mind
Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes your body has energy that flows through pathways called meridians. If that flow gets blocked or disrupted, it can lead to discomfort or illness.
Acupuncture gently stimulates specific points along these pathways to help restore the natural flow of energy. This helps your body relax, rebalance, and begin to heal itself.
This invigorate the body’s natural ability to heal itself, it’s widely recognized as a safe, drug-free treatment for many health conditions.
Acupuncture is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) to successfully treat:
~ High Blood Pressure, Arteriosclerosis, Angina
~ Allergies, Bronchitis, Asthma, Emphysema
~ Indigestion, Acid Reflux, Nausea, Diarrhea, Constipation
~ Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Stress
~ Headache, Neck and Back Pain, Sciatica
~ Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
~ Type-2 Diabetes and related conditions
~ Post-operative Pain, Post-stroke Paralysis
~ Chemotherapy and Radiation related side effects
~ Smoking, Weight Gain and Habitual Disorders
~ Menstrual Irregularities, Menopausal Syndrome
~ Infertility, Morning Sickness, Fetal Malposition, Delayed Labor
~ Urinary Tract Infections, Yeast Infections
~ Prostate Disease, Impotence, Incontinence
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) panel of experts found clear evidence that acupuncture can:
~ Keep your metabolism and organs working properly
~ Reduce the effects of stress and help balance brain chemicals
~ Boost your immune system to fight off infections
~ Keep your nervous system and hormones in balance
~ Help your body detoxes and improve circulation
How Acupuncture Can Relieve Pain and Improve Sleep, Digestion and Emotional Well-being
- UC San Diego Center for Integrative Medicine
Acupuncture: In Depth
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health