acupuncture

 
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traditional chinese Medicine

Acupuncture is one of the key components in traditional Chinese medicine and considered a complementary and holistic treatment modality. It involves the gentle insertion of fine sterile needles on specific points on the body used to promote self healing and reduce pain.

 treating many conditions with acupuncture

Digestive Conditions

  • Nausea and vomiting

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

  • Acid Reflux

  • Indigestion

  • Bloating

  • Constipation

  • Diarrhea

  • Ulcerative Colitis

  • Crohn’s Disease

Pain conditions

  • Musculo-skeletar pain

  • Chronic back pain

  • Sciatica

  • Osteoarthritis

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Myofascial pain

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome

  • Plantar fasciitis

  • Headache

  • Dental pain

  • TMJ

Respiratory conditions

  • Sinusitis

  • COPD

  • Environmental Allergies

  • Chronic Asthma

skin conditions

  • Eczema

  • Urticaria

  • Psoriasis

  • Rosacea

  • Acne

other conditions

  • Post-operative recovery

  • Cancer treatment symptoms

  • Quitting smoking

  • Post-stroke rehabilitation

  • Anxiety

  • Insomnia

  • Bell's palsy

  • Fatigue

  • Excessive sweating

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anti-aging

The Mei Zen cosmetic acupuncture program utilizes traditional Chinese medicine to naturally reduce the signs of aging making your skin look younger and more radiant while providing holistic health benefits for the body.

Pediatric Care

Children and teens respond very well to acupuncture and other non-needling techniques offered by our clinic. We provide a natural and holistic way to address your child’s health concerns that is gentle, safe and effective.

womens health

Chinese medicine has a long history of supporting women through various life stages by incorporating acupuncture and/or Chinese herbal treatments to address a variety of concerns related to hormones, fertility, pregnancy, perimenopause and menopause.

Frequently asked questions

what can i expect from my treatment?

During your first appointment you will be asked about your main health concern as well as other aspects of your health and lifestyle. A treatment plan tailored to your individual needs, including acupuncture and potentially other treatment modalities are provided.

how many treatments will i need?

Course of treatment depends on the condition being treated, in addition to factors including age, severity of condition and length of disease. Each patient responds differently to acupuncture and will respond at different rates. Your customized treatment plan, including the recommended number of treatments, will be discussed on your first visit.

how does acupuncture work?

Acupuncture activates a physiological process that helps the body reach homeostasis by promoting healing. Considerable evidence supports the claim that biochemicals such as endorphins and enkephalins are released within the nervous system during acupuncture, which are the body's natural pain relievers.

From a traditional perspective, Acupuncture needles are inserted into specific points on the body to restore the normal flow of the body’s Qi (translated “life energy”) and blood. Once the body is in a balanced state, it can heal itself more efficiently.

does acupuncture hurt?

Acupuncture needles are not hollow and do not draw blood. Patients report different sensations from acupuncture. Sometimes the needles feel painless and other times you might feel a slight prick or a tingling feeling. Others report feeling a slight sense of pressure. Many people feel a sense of calm and relaxation from treatments.

is acupuncture safe?

In 1997, the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) formally recognized acupuncture as a mainstream medicine healing option with a statement documenting the procedure's safety and efficacy for treating a range of health conditions.  The NIH statement adds that, “one of the advantages of acupuncture is that the incidence of adverse effects is substantially lower than that of many drugs or other accepted procedures for the same conditions.”  A 2008 article written in the NIH-PA Author Manuscript and a 2011 systematic review published by the American Academy of Pediatrics both concluded that acupuncture in children is safe when administered by trained licensed acupuncture practitioners.

Reference:

https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/2011/11/16/peds.2011-1091.abstract