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Using Acupuncture to Manage Autoimmune Diseases

Using Acupuncture to Manage Autoimmune Diseases

Autoimmune diseases can prove to be intricate and seemingly unsolvable puzzles for many people. And statistics prove this to be true as millions worldwide are impacted by autoimmune diseases ranging from rheumatoid arthritis to lupus, Crohn’s disease, multiple sclerosis, irritable bowel disease, and even Parkinson’s disease. Conventional medicine can diagnose 100 different autoimmune conditions, however the treatments offered don’t completely resolve the issues associated with the disease and in extreme cases, no treatment is available at all. And yet, in the midst of all these medical challenges that autoimmune diseases present, acupuncture emerges as a promising ally, offering relief to those grappling with these often-complex health conditions. continue reading »

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Got Qi?

Qi (pronounced chee) is what you feel when your body responds to the treatment. You will feel a slight tingling, tugging or pressure sensation which signifies the “arrival of Qi”. In TCM theory.  Qi is your energy system within the body, which travels along meridians or channels and controls the working of every organ system. Qi can become impaired through illness or trauma. Acupuncture directly affects this energy and restores balance to the meridians.

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Does Acupuncture Hurt?

Since the needles are about the thinness of a hair, insertion is often hardly felt at all.  There may be an occasional sharpness or a dull ache, but these sensations are only momentary and are far less unpleasant than a western injection.

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Are The Needles Sterile?

Yes. Only the highest quality stainless steel disposable needles are used. The needles are pre-sterilized, individually packaged and disposed of after use.

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Why Acupuncture?

Many of the patients who come to me have already been failed by traditional treatments, or are looking for a natural way to relieve their pain. Over 85% of my patients have a significant improvement and positive response to treatment.

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