Acupuncture
By facilitating the proper flow of Qi throughout the body, acupuncture enhances the process by which energy supports both the body and the mind. Acupuncture can be used to promote healing for practically any illness and is safe to use in conjunction with many other therapies, including chiropractic, massage, physical therapy and conventional western medical treatment.
The Acupuncture needles are very thin solid-body filaments, not much thicker than an eyelash. Most patients feel no pain during treatment. The needles are sterile. They are used only once and then properly discarded. Tuina (Chinese massage techniques), Gwa Sha, Cupping or moxibustion are sometimes used conjunction with Acupuncture. These modalities are also used to help to harmonize the body’s flow of energy. We have been particularly successful in using acupuncture for the treatment of pain, digestive problems, neurological disorders, chronic headaches, and many other conditions.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
The value, safety and efficacy of Chinese herbal medicine cannot be overstated. Chinese herbal medicine, which has been practiced for literally thousands of years, has been and is still used to treat practically any illness, acute or chronic, from common cold and bronchitis to chronic asthma, from urinary tract infection to cystitis, from food poisoning and stomach flu to chronic IBS. Now, as in ancient times, Chinese herbs are combined into thoughtfully structured formulas which produce a synergy between the individual herbs and create a balance capable of producing positive results without negative side effects. When a patient uses Chinese herbs prescribed by a Chinese herbalist, he or she is taking part in a tradition that is over 3,000 years old. At Atlantic Acupuncture we offer classic and custom Chinese herbal formulas, which can be used alone or in conjunction with Acupuncture therapy and are available in liquid extract and tablet form.
Qi Gong instruction
The practice of qi gong, one of the original “branches” of Chinese medicine, may play an important and empowering role in obtaining and maintaining optimal health. Its practice can greatly help in overcoming illness and malaise. Practicing qi gong and having proper diet and lifestyle habits plays an important role in achieving and maintaining optimal health.
