Acupuncture

Acupuncture is the ancient Chinese art of using thin needles to balance the Qi (chi) and restore harmony and healing to the body. I have had excellent results using acupuncture for knee pain, upper back pain, smoking addiction, and more.

Frequently asked questions: 1. Will it hurt? Most people typically can not even tell when the needle has been inserted. If the acupoint used is particularly tender, a stinging or itching sensation may be felt. This stimulation of the point is desirable, but if it becomes too uncomfortable, the needle can be reinserted so it is in a more comfortable position. 2. How does Acupuncture work? Traditional Chinese medicine claims that acupuncture balances the natural flow of energy thru the body, allowing healing to occur. From a Western standpoint, it is thought that the insertion of needles triggers the release of endorphins and other pain-releiving or stress-reducing chemicals within the brain. 3. How do you know what points to use? I learned acupuncture theory and practice in Logan College of Chiropractic's 100-hour acupuncture certification course. Currently I use formulae tailored to work for "western" diagnoses, such as knee pain or abdominal pain. I use a combination of points learned at Logan, and points chosen from various acupuncture literature including textbooks and web resources.