CONDITIONS TREATED BY ACUPUNCTURE AND HERBAL MEDICINE
Oriental Medicine is a Holistic Preventative Medicine. It aligns the body's energy, restoring health to the entire body. With treatments symptoms of illness in the body begin to recover and alleviate.
Oriental Medicine is useful for many health concerns, if your particular health concern is not explored below call in for a free consultation to learn more.
Acupuncture & Arthritis
If you live with arthritis, you know what a challenge it can be to find relief from joint pain and other symptoms. But there are many things you can do to manage and control the pain and live a healthy, active life. Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (TCM) can be a powerful additions to any treatment plan, without causing harmful side effects.
Treatment Options
Western treatment generally focuses on relieving pain and preventing further joint damage. Often this is done through the use of anti-inflammatory drugs and other medications, as well as through self-care and physical therapy. In some cases surgery is recommended.
Acupuncture offers a safe, natural way to control joint pain and other symptoms and maintain overall health. In fact, a 2004 study showed that patients with osteoarthritis of the knee experienced a 40% decrease in pain and 40 percent increase in function after receiving a series of acupuncture treatments.
What you can do
It's important to remember that there is no "quick fix" for arthritis, and it may take time to achieve results. With acupuncture we create a detailed treatment plan that takes into account your unique symptoms and the effects of your arthritis. There are lifestyle changes you can make today that may help you find relief faster.
- Exercise can help increase your flexibility, strengthen muscles and bones, and maintain a healthy weight.
- Diet is another important issue. Stick to a healthy diet made up of a wide variety of unprocessed, organic foods. Acupuncture can suggest anti-inflammatories to your diet.
- Stress relief can also help. By learning to identify your stressors and lowering your stress through techniques such as breathing exercises, meditation, yoga, Tai Chi or Qi Gong, you can improve your state of mind and health.
- Maintaining balance in your life is also key. A balance of rest and relaxation with activity and exerceise will keep you feeling at your best.
With acupucnture and herbal medicine stress decreases, the bodies natural healing ability increases and you will be taking charge of your arthritis and taking a step towards a healthier life.
Acupuncture & Weight Loss
If you struggle with your weight, you're not alone. In fact, more than 30% of all U.S. adults meet the criteria for being over weight.
Americans spend billions of dollars annually on weight loss products, but obesity is still on the rise. People are even turing to surgery as a weight loss option. This is a drastic messure and can cause unwanted side effects.
Unfortunately, unwanted weight is not just a cosmetic issue. Being overweight is a risk factor for many conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease. The good news is that maintaining a healthy weight can reduce your risk- and it's never too late to get started. People seeking to address their weight concerns are turning to acupuncture and herbal medicine as a natural and effective way to approach weight loss.
A traditional approach to healing
Acupuncture and Herbal medicine take a holistic, or whole body approach to health. This ancient form of healthcare works to restore the balance and flow of the bod's Qi, or vital energy. According to Oriental Medicine, the reasons why people gain weight, or find it difficult to lose weight, are numerous. acupuncturists are well versed in uncovering the root cause or imbalances that have affected your weight. Acupucnturist should take into consideration factors that may have led to weight gain, including lifestyle, and emotional and mental well-being. By taking your whole self into account, acupucnture can get to the root of your health concerns, rather than just treating the symptoms.
A partnership for better health
It is important to remember that acupuncture is not a "quick fix." By working with your acupucnturist, and committing to long-term goals, you will experience positive changes in your overall health, including maintaining healthy body weight.
In addition to acupucnture treatments, your practitioner may recommend other lifestlye changes. Whether you want to lose a few pounds of a significant amount, people are turning to acupucnture as a natural and effective way to approach weight loss. By working with your practitioner, you can help your body regain its natural balance- and start taking steps toward true health and vitality.