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Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing practice in which super-fine needles are inserted in precise locations on the body in order to help the body restore or maintain proper energy flow along pathways called meridians. According to Chinese Medicine, imbalances of our energy—called Qi—is the root of illness.

What we know from western medical research is that acupuncture increases blood flow in the body, reduces inflammation, and increases the production of helpful neurotransmitters and endorphins, our body's natural pain and stress relievers.

Acupuncture has also been used to help reduce negative effects caused by:

• Headaches and migraines

• Anxiety and depression

• Neck and back pain, TMJ disorders

• Fibromyalgia

• Carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis

• Muscle spasms

• Asthma, allergies and chronic congestion

• Osteoarthritis

• Menstruation or perimenopause

• Nausea due to pregnancy, anesthesia or chemotherapy

While these are an example of conditions helped by acupuncture, there are many more reasons that patients choose this modality.

We recommend you arrive at your appointment with a little nourishment and hydration in your belly, and an empty bladder. These treatments often encourage your body’s “rest + digest” relaxation response which makes more urine, makes you hungry, or makes your body temperature decrease.

All acupuncture treatments are administered while you lie down in a comforting treatment room. Soft music, dim lighting, a heat lamp, and blankets can be requested to increase your comfort.

After treatment, we recommend you resume normal life carefully. You may feel a little tired, or a little more energized for the remainder of the day. We encourage you to choose mindful, gentle movement after sessions and not intense workouts.

Acupuncture treatments are recommended every week to two weeks for more substantial issues that you are trying to address, as there’s a benefit to consistent, regular treatments for the body. For more short-term symptoms, like an ankle sprain or muscle spasm, it may be helpful to visit more often for a shorter period of time.