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What Problems can Acupuncture help?
People come to acupuncture for many reasons, including stress, anxiety,
depression, insomnia, high blood pressure, migraines, aches and pains, sciatica
and back pain, personal growth, freedom from old patterns, or just a feeling of
being stuck in their lives.
While acupuncture is widely known to relieve pain, the World Health
Organization recognizes the use of acupuncture in treating a wide range of
conditions, including:
What can I Expect?
Traditional Acupuncture rebalances the body's Qi with a warming herb called
Moxa or very slender needles, about the width of a human hair. All needles are
sterile, high-quality, and disposed of after each patient. Most insertions are
very shallow; sensations vary from nothing at all to a momentary ache or
tingling. The fewest number of needles necessary are used. Often a feeling of
deep relaxation and an elevation of spirit accompanies treatment. Some people
will notice a rapid improvement of their symptoms. Others see no immediate
improvement of their primary concern, but may notice others changes or
improvement in their overall well-being. generally, the more severe a condition
is and the longer its duration, the longer it will take to treat.
What are treatments like?
The initial visit is designed to help me understand your reasons for seeking
treatment and to assess the underlying issues leading to your symptoms. The
first session, which lasts about two hours, involves a discussion of your health
and life history, as well as a brief physical examination. Subsequent visits
last about one hour.
Acupuncture treatment has a cumulative effect. Initially, treatments are weekly
for about 6 to 10 weeks until your body begins to maintain the desired balance.
After this, treatments may be every other week, every 3 weeks, monthly, and
eventually seasonally.
Will my health insurance cover Acupuncture?
Many insurance companies do reimburse for acupuncture. You will need to check
with your plan to determine if acupuncture is covered.
How does acupuncture work with Western Medicine?
Acupuncture practitioners cooperate with other providers and consider all
forms of health care when determining how to best serve their clients.
Acupuncture can be used with other care you are receiving, including medications.
Over time you may see that your medications or other therapies can be educed or
eliminated. This is only to be done through the direction and consultation of
your physician or other provider.
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