Acupuncture - Answers to Your Questions
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a primary health care modality that has flourished in China for over 2,500 years and is used widely throughout Asia and in Europe. It is considered one of the newest primary health care provisions in this country. Acupuncture has grown as both western and oriental physicians, medical researchers, and the public experience it, integrate it in their health care, and spread its benefits.
Far more than a technique of interesting tiny threadlike needles along meridian lines of the body, acupuncture’s complex system of diagnostic corollaries take into consideration you as whole, not just isolated symptoms. Acupuncture is practiced based on discerning a “pattern of disharmony” and treating accordingly. Modern acupuncturists may use a number of modalities to treat—certain physical therapies and equipment, herbal medicine, moxibustion, and nutrition.
Acupuncture treats to strengthen your physical body, prevent disease, control pain, and achieve longevity. You will find the aim as practiced in oriental medicine in general is not limit to ridding or relieving symptoms. The larger picture is to increase both your ability to function and the quality of your life.
How Does Acupuncture Work?
Acupuncture is a therapy, which uses natural laws and energetics with the application of needles and pressure to specific “points” on the body. These points are grouped along specific pathways or meridians that cross the body. As long as the energy flows freely through these pathways, health is maintained. When the flow of energy is either absent, deficient, interrupted, excessive or blocked in an area, health is disrupted, resulting in illness or pain. By stimulating appropriate acupuncture points along these meridians, the energy is released and regulated, and health is restored.
Studies indicate that acupuncture influences the central and peripheral nervous system.
Evidence shows it releases endorphins from the brain, which make acupuncture particularly effective in pain control. Among a host of factors, acupuncture affects sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides levels in the blood, the functioning of the gastrointestinal system and the activity of the endocrine system. Acupuncture works with the body, harmonizing and balancing energy. It improves circulation and allows the body to heal itself more quickly and more completely.
What Should You Expect During Treatment?
Most patients find the treatment very relaxing, which brings on a feeling of well-being. Most are surprised at how comfortable they are during treatment and how easily the needles are placed. Some people even go to sleep during treatment. A patient may feel a slight sensation upon entry and then pressure or a “dull” or “surging” reaction when the needle reaches the “chi” or correct point. The tiny thin needles are specifically designed to be virtually painless. Rest assured, the needles are far different from the hypodermic needles used in injections.
Is Acupuncture Safe?
One of the great advantages of acupuncture is the absence of serious side effects. Needles generally cause no bleeding on entry or removal, and are either the one time disposable kind or sterilized under meticulous conditions. There is a minimal risk of organ or blood vessel penetration.
What If You Absolutely Hate Needles?
We will use one of several other methods that do not require the use of needles.
How Many Treatments Are Necessary?
Each person is unique with an individualized treatment plan. No two conditions or people respond exactly the same. The length of treatment depends on the type, severity and duration of the condition, and the physical state at the time of treatment. Both examination and your response can give us an idea. In short or lengthy cases, I do an evaluation with you to assess your progress. In order to get the best therapeutic results, it is important to follow the treatment plan and recommendations carefully. It is important to complete the course of therapy to restore health.
Our further programs for health maintenance are designed and aimed to prevent and promote health, longevity, as well as vitality to the body.
If You Have Any Questions
…About whether or not acupuncture is for you or about any of our programs. I am available for a courtesy consultation in person or by phone as time permits.
…About your response to care: If you have any problems, concerns, questions, or emergencies, please call me. When my answering machine or service responds to your call, please leave a message. I call in for messages or they are relayed to me. Your call will be returned.
We are here to serve you and give you the very best of care.
WHAT CONDITIONS HAVE BEEN EFFECTIVELY TREATED WITH ACUPUNCTURE?
NEUROLOGICAL
Headache
Migraine
Neuralgia
Post-operation pain
Stroke residuals
Parkinson’s disease
Facial pain
MUSCLOSKELATAL
Pain and weakness in:
Neck, shoulder, arms, hands, fingers, knees, legs, and feet
Backache or pain
Muscle cramping
Localized traumatic injuries
Sprains, strains
Sports injuries
Arthritis
Disc problems
Sciatica
DIGESTIVE
Abdominal pain
Hyperactivity
Chronic diarrhea
Indigestion
Constipation
EYE, EAR, NOSE, DENTAL
Poor vision, tired eyes
Tinnitus
Nervous deafness
Toothache
Post extraction pain
Gum problems
RESPIRATORY
Sinusitis
Common cold
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Allergy (hay fever)
Asthma
GYNECOLOGICAL
Impotence
PMS, cramps
Menopause syndrome
Obstetrics
EMOTIONAL
Traumas
Hypertension
Insomnia
Depression
Anxiety
Nervousness
Neurosis
OTHER BENEFITS:
Increases vitality and energy
Stress reduction
Deep relaxation
Skin rejuvenation
Weight control
Stop smoking, alcohol, drug & other addictions
Enhanced athletic & physical function
Pain control
Regulates heart rate, blood pressure & chemistry
Stabilizes the immune system
AND MANY OTHERS
OUR PURPOSE IS TO HELP AS MANY PEOPLE AS WE CAN WITH OUR CARE.
If your family or someone you know can be helped by our acupuncture care, please share this information with them.
Jeanne Denaro, L.A., L.M.T., P.C. at Body and Mind
10-28 154th St. Whitestone, N.Y.
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