Acupuncture


What is Acupuncture?

The theory and practice of acupuncture is based on Oriental medicine (also known as traditional Chinese medicine), a comprehensive natural health care system that has been used in Asian countries for thousands of years to preserve health and diagnose, treat, and prevent illness.

How does Acupuncture work?
Acupuncture treats health conditions by stimulating "acu-points" found at specific locations on the surface of the body. Acupuncturists stimulate the acu-points by inserting very thin needles through the
skin to produce physiological effects.

Is Acupuncture safe?
Today's Acupuncturists use sterile, one time use, disposable needles.

Is Acupuncture painful?
Acupuncture is generally not painful. You will generally feel a heavy, dull sensation upon insertion. Most people find acupuncture relaxing and it in not unusual for patients to fall asleep during a treatment.

What should I expect during the first visit?                                                                          The first visit is generally 60 to 90 minutes in length and consists of a through exam and investigation of your health along with an acupuncture treatment.  We recommend wearing loose fitting clothing to your treatment along with eating a small snack before you come.

Acupuncture Testimonials

"I've spent years trying physical therapy, advil, hot/cold packs, chiropractic, yoga....anything to alleviate the chronic and somewhat constant pain in my neck and shoulder due to arthritis and degenerating discs.  Nothing, I mean nothing, has given me anything close to the immediate and continued relief I get from acupuncture. " -Karen

"A very professional, and at the same time personal experience allowed me to get results I never knew I could achieve." -Erin

"I found Emily to be extremely competent in her chosen profession and feel as though I benefited a great deal from her treatments." -Janet

"I started receiving acupuncture treatments from Emily in February after an automobile accident.  The treatments relieve the pain in my neck and back that were keeping me from performing many of my daily activities." -Charles

"Emily has been instrumental over this past year in helping me to restore and maintain my health.  I had tried all different methods of healthcare without a tremendous amount of success.  I have found that with Emily’s encompassing approach to wellness through acupuncture and nutrition that I am restored to a wonderful state of being and feel better than I have in years.  I now look forward each month to our maintenance sessions.  Thank you Emily for your knowledgeable and caring approach." - Kimberley


 


 

  Commonly Treated Conditions:

  • allergies/asthma
     
  • anxiety/depression
     
  • arthritis/joint problems/tendinitis
     
  • back pain
     
  • bladder/kidney infections
     
  • childhood illnesses/infections
     
  • constipation/diarrhea
     
  • colds/cough/flu/bronchitis
     
  • fatigue
     
  • gynecological problems
     
  • headache/migraines
     
  • high blood pressure
     
  • immune system deficiency
     
  • infertility
     
  • knee pain
     
  • neck pain/stiffness
     
  • numbness/poor circulation
     
  • PMS
     
  • sciatica
     
  • sexual dysfunction/impotence
     
  • shoulder pain
     
  • skin problems/acne/dermatitis/psoriasis
     
  • stress/tension
     
  • TMJ/jaw pain
     
  • weight loss
     
  • and many more..........

  • "After I got treated, I felt more energized and less tense.
    During my treatments, Emily made me feel so comfortable and confident
    —I felt like I was getting quality care
    ." -Kara


     
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