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HOW DOES ACUPUNCTURE WORK?
Central to the Traditional Chinese view of life is the concept of "QI" or vital energy. This energy flows through our bodies via channels or meridians that are connected to our major internal organs.
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Acupuncture is performed by inserting hair-thin needles into specific points along these channels that balance the flow of energy and bring the body back into balance.
Scientific measurements of the effects of acupuncture show an increased circulation of blood to the area being treated and an increase in the natural hormones called endorphins, which block pain and promote healing.
IS ACUPUNCTURE SAFE?
Over three thousand years of clinical
experience have shown acupuncture
to be a safe and effective medical treatment. Only sterile disposable needles are used. Complications due to acupuncture treatments are extremely rare and there are virtually no side effects. |
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IS ACUPUNCTURE PAINFUL?
Usually patients feel nothing at all, although they may occasionally feel a slight prickling sensation. Most people who have difficulty with hypodermic needles are quite comfortalble with acupuncture. Patients often became sensitive to a subtle change in the energy flow in their bodies. The treatment is very relaxing. many patients fall asleep or into a deep meditative state during the treatment, which last form 15-45 minutes.
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(425)895-0951
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