Question 1

How does Acupuncture work?

Accepted Answer

The stimulus of acupuncture needling creates a cascade of signaling throughout the connective tissue (fascia) involving the blood, nerves, and immune system. This promotes homeostasis and self-healing, or in short, stimulates the body to heal itself.

Question 2

What is Eastern Medicine (EM) or Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)?

Accepted Answer

Eastern Medicine (EM) or Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a comprehensive medical system that includes acupuncture, acupressure, herbs, exercise, and nutrition. Unlike orthodox medicine which attempts to isolate and separate a disease from a person, EM or TCM emphasizes a holistic approach and aims at finding the root of the cause to treat the whole person.

Question 3

What can Acupuncture treat?

Accepted Answer

The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture and eastern medicine
effectiveness in treating a wide range of disorders, including:
 
Digestive Disorders:
food allergies, gastritis, hyperacidity, digestive weakness, constipation, diarrhea, and     
ulcers

Respiratory Conditions:
allergies, sinusitis, emphysema, bronchitis, asthma

Neurological & Muscular Disorders:
migraine, stroke, facial paralysis, neck and shoulder pain, tendonitis, sciatica, arthritis, back pain, neuralgia, and dizziness

Urinary, Menstrual, and Reproductive Dysfunction:
urinary tract infections, sexual dysfunction, PMS, infertility, dysmenorrhea,and  amenorrhea

Stress-Related Conditions:
high blood pressure, diabetes, anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia.

Sports Injuries

Question 4

What do I need to prepare for an Acupuncture treatment?

Accepted Answer

We recommend that you eat a light meal, drink plenty of water, and wear comfortable clothes for your appointment. It is also advisable not to drink alcohol or strong caffeinated drinks that might interfere with your ability to relax during treatment. Finally, please bring the names and dosages of all medications and dietary supplements that you are taking.

Question 5

How many Acupuncture treatments will I need?

Accepted Answer

The length, number, and frequency of treatments will vary from person to person depending on the conditions being treated, your age and health, and how you respond to acupuncture. However, a positive response to acupuncture treatments is generally seen after the first to fourth treatment. For frequency of treatments, it is common for treatments to be scheduled one or two times a week in the beginning to obtain optimal response and then adjusted based on your progress.

Question 6

What do the credentials after the acupuncturist's name mean?

Accepted Answer

L.Ac. means Licensed Acupuncturist. In order to offer acupuncture treatment, every acupuncturist needs to obtain the licensure in each state. M.A.O.M. means Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and Dipl. O.M. means Diplomate in Oriental Medicine of NCCAOM (National Certificate Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine). If you are interested in the Chinese herbal treatment, it is recommended to see the acupuncturist who has Dipl. O.M. or Dipl. C.H.(Diplomate in Chinese Herbology). Diplomate in Oriental Medicine includes both Diplomate in Acupuncture and Diplomate in Chinese Herbology.

Question 7

Can Acupuncture treat COVID-19 long haulers?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Acupuncture treatment can help people who are still experiencing the lasting effects of COVID-19 including symptoms such as loss of smell, loss of taste, fatigue, and other ailments. The healing comes with restoring the flow of energy in your body and targeting the specific areas that the virus seems to have damaged.

Check out this article to learn more: https://www.newschannel5.com/news/covid-19-long-haulers-turn-to-acupuncture-to-help-with-lingering-symptoms

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