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WHAT CAN BE TREATED WITH ORIENTAL MEDICINE?
The WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION lists over 40 diseases that acupuncture can treat effectively. Some of the conditions we treat using Oriental Medicine & Acupuncture are:
- ALL TYPES OF PAINS
headaches, migraines, back, neck, knee, shoulder, arthritis, herpes zoster, inflammatory conditions, muscle spasms, sprains & strains, carpal tunnel, fibromyalgia, sciatica, bells palsy and nerve related pain
- SPORTS INJURIES
- WORK RELATED INJURIES
- WEIGHT LOSS/SMOKING CESSATION
- GASTRO-INTESTINAL DISORDERS
digestive problems: indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, gastritis, ulcers, heartburn, gas, dyspepsia, candida, diabetes, overweight
- RESPIRATORY DISORDERS
asthma, sinusitis, common cold, flu, sore throat
- GENITO-URINARY & MENSTRUAL DISORDERS
PMS, menstrual irregularities, menopausal related problems, mastitis, fibrocystic breasts, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, prostate problems, infertility, uterine prolapse, morning sickness, hysterectomy related problems, urinary tract infections, bedwetting, cystitis, yeast infections
WHAT IS ORIENTAL MEDICINE?
Oriental Medicine is a complete medical system that has diagnosed, treated, and prevented disease for over 2,500 years. Oriental Medicine does not look at isolated symptoms, but is based on discerning a pattern of disharmony and then treating the whole person. It is used to strengthen the physical body, prevent disease, control pain and achieve longevity. Oriental Medicine is a holistic system used to treat disease by restoring harmony and balance in the body.
HOW DOES ORIENTAL MEDICINE WORK?
Oriental Medicine encompasses several modalities such as: Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Moxibustion, Acupressure (Shiatsu,) and Lifestyle and Nutritional counseling.
ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture is a method of treatment that uses "hair thin" disposable needles inserted into specific points along defined pathways or "meridians." When your internal energy flows freely through these pathways, your optimum health is maintained. When that energy flow is excessive, deficient, or blocked, your health is disrupted and you can become ill or feel pain. By stimulating these points through acupuncture, the energy becomes regulated and your health is restored.
HERBS
Herbs are plants, minerals and animal products that are used in formula combinations to stimulate your bodily systems and restore normal and harmonious functions.
ACUPRESSURE/SHIATSU
Acupressure/Shiatsu employs the same principles as acupuncture, but uses hand and finger pressure rather than needles.
MOXIBUSTION
This is a method of treatment whereby the herb, mugwort, is warmed above the skin at acupuncture points. The heat warms the qi and blood which helps them to circulate smoothly throughout the body.
LIFESTYLE & NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING
These are important components of any health program. Suggestions may be given as to which foods and supplements to use/or avoid for a specific condition. Additionally, advice about stress reduction and exercise may be offered.
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