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What
is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture
is an ancient system of healing developed over thousands
of years, and is a part of traditional medicine from China,
Japan, Korea and Vietnam. The earliest writings date back
3,000 years, and the classics 2,000 years. Today there are
3 million practitioners worldwide.
Traditional
Acupuncture is based on the principle that our health depends
on the balanced functioning of the body's energy, known
as Qi (chee).When we are in perfect health all the energy
runs harmoniously throughout our body. When an illness arises
the flow of energy becomes disturbed and this can manifest
in a diverse array of symptoms: headaches, fatigue, insomnia,
digestive problems, allergies, chronic pain, etc. Using
very fine needles acupuncture aims to correct the flow of
energy and by doing this the symptoms will be resolved.
Blocked
Qi (energy) may relate to areas on the body that are in
pain, weak, discolored, swollen, tender, or limited in range
of motion. This information is
part of what leads the practitioner to a diagnosis and which
acupuncture points should be used in treatment.
Our
treatment may include other therapies such as moxibustion,
cupping, tui na bodywork, external and internal herbal formulas,
diet and exercise. For individuals who prefer no needles,
we have a diversity of treatment methods.
What
is Moxa?
Moxabustion
is the process whereby moxa - a dried herb, usually the
species mugwort - is burned, either directly on the skin,
or just above the skin, over specific acupuncture points
relative to a condition.
When
lit, moxa burns slowly and provides a penetrating heat that
can enter the channels, or meridians to influence qi and
blood flow. A very common form of indirect moxabustion uses
moxa sticks, which resemble large cigars or incense sticks.
These are lit and held about an inch above the point or
area to be treated. They are usually
rotated or turned quickly toward, and then away from the
skin. The choice of when, where, and if moxabustion is to
be used is a matter of clinical judgement for the practitioner,
in consultation with the patient.
What
is Cupping?
Cupping
is an ancient Chinese method of causing local congestion.
A partial vacuum is created in cups placed on the skin either
by means of heat or suction. This draws up the underlying
tissues. When the cup is left in place on the skin for a
few minutes, blood stasis is formed and localized healing
takes place.
Cupping
therapy has been further developed as a means to open the
'Meridians' of the body. Meridians are the conduits in the
body through which energy flows to every part of the body
and through every organ and tissue. There are five meridians
on the back that, when opened, allow invigorating energy
to travel the whole length of the body. It has been found
that cupping is probably the best way of opening those meridians.
What
is Tui Na?
One
of Tui Na's advantages over simple massage is its ability
to focus on specific problems, especially chronic pain associated
with the muscles, joints, and skeletal system. It's especially
effective for joint pain (such as arthritis), sciatica,
muscle spasms, and pain in the back, neck, and shoulders.
It also helps chronic conditions such as insomnia, constipation,
headaches (including migraines), and the tension associated
with stress.
Tui
Na does not simply work on the muscles, bones, and joints.
It works with the energy of the body at a deeper level.
As the practitioner senses the client's body with her hands,
she is able to assess the distribution of energy and affect
its flow. As with other styles of Asian bodywork, Tui Na
is designed to prevent problems, not just correct them.
By keeping the body's energy in balance, health is maintained.
This is true not just for physical health, but for mental
and emotional well-being as well.
What
Health Issues Do We Treat?
The
health issues we treat most often are allergies, Anxiety,
arthritis, Asthma, Cough, Fatigue, Depression, Endometriosis,
Fibromyalgia, Headaches, Hot Flashes, Indigestion, Insomnia,
Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, PMS, sciatica, sinisitis, stress,
urinary problems, weight problems.
What
should I be doing for diet and exercise?
Diet
and Exercise are part of our Comprehensive Health Program
to Set You Up for success!
Where
are you located?
- 2261 Morello Avenue, Suite B, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(in the Hillcrest Shopping Center)
What
are your hours?
Hours:
morning, afternoon, and evening to accomodate you.
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