Acupuncture is a method of accessing the body’s vital energy, or Qi. Specific acupuncture points along particular meridians are stimulated with sterile disposable needles to regulate the body’s systems, including endocrine, neuromuscular, cardiovascular and immune. The acupuncturist will ask a number of questions related to your problem and with the information a list of different points is addressed. The aim is to balance the energy to boost wellbeing and alleviate pain. In addition to the specific effects of various points acupuncture has the systemic effect of increasing endorphins which leads to pain relief and enhances energy and vitality.
Acupuncture is effective in treating:
- Chronic and Acute Pain
- Sports Injuries
- Arthritis
- Allergies and Sinusitis
- Infertility (Women and Men)
- Stress/Depression/Anxiety
- Asthma/Respiratory Infections
- Insomnia
- Headaches
- Menopausal symptoms
- PMS
- Addictions
- Digestive Disorders
- Blood pressure problems