Acupuncture originated in China over 5,000 years ago; it is a complex system of examination, diagnosis and treatment.
Many people seek acupuncture for physical and emotional issues, and for preventative care.Disease and pain are perceived as disruptions in the flow of energy (Qi).
Acupuncture needles are inserted in strategic points of the body to balance the flow of Qi, stimulating the body's own ability to heal. The treatments are customized for each individual.
When Qi is flowing properly our bodies and their processes operate in a rhythmic and harmonious way.
We use sterile, disposable, ultra-fine needles of the highest quality to guarantee the safety and comfort of every patient.
Acupuncture needles are thinner than a regular hypodermic needle, providing a virtually painless treatment.
The World Health Organization (www.who.org) presented a list of ailments which acupuncture is effective in treating. These include, but are not limited to:
| General Health | Women's Health | Men's Health |
| Allergies Asthma | Irregular Cycles | Infertility |
| Neck/Back Pain | PMS | Anxiety |
| Constipation Diarrhea | Menopause | Urinary Issues |
| Insomnia | Postpartum | Dizziness |
| Headache Migraine | Infertility | Prostate |
| Stress | Pre-conception | Depression |
| Carpal Tunnel | Labor Induction | Health Maintenance |
| Immunity | Breech Presentation | Impotence |
| Fatigue | Dysmenorrheal | Sports Injuries |
Herbal medicine or is older than the practice of acupuncture. Herbs are just as important to your therapy as your acupuncture treatment. Chinese herbs are based on the same theories as acupuncture, allowing your treatment to continue while away from the clinic.
The benefit of herbs:
- An individual diagnosis is made for each patient
- Maximize healing potential
- Can be taken in several different forms: pills, powder and raw tea
Single herbs are combined into sophisticated formulas that match each individual issues. These herbal formulas change as the patient's situation improves.
Before taking herbs let us know if:
- You are allergic to substances such as wheat, seafood or mushrooms,
- You are taking prescription medication. Some herbs may reduce the efficacy of important prescription medicines.
- You are taking other herbs or minerals.
- You are vegetarian, because some formulas contain animal products.
Before taking any herbs internally, we urge you to seek advice from a trained, qualified herbalist, rather than self-administering herbs. A qualified practitioner is trained to understand the indications and contraindications of herbal administration.
Just because a product is natural does not always mean it is safe. Herbs should be taken in specifically measured doses, and many herbs should not be ingested for prolonged periods of time.
Treatments with herbs only (no acupuncture) are also available at Many Lives Chinese Medicine.
Functional Medicine focuses on assessment of physiological imbalance. It does not require the presence of disease to diagnose an imbalance, just as patients can feel unwell while still presenting as "normal."
This approach is the hallmark of PREVENTION. It allows a practitioner and patient to develop a strategy for avoiding illness, rather than responding only when one is found.
Functional Medicine has a broad scope of application. From interpreting a blood panel with "functional" ranges, rather than those highlighting disease, to ordering "state-of-the-art" lab tests, Functional Medicine offers new tools to assess the etiology of imbalance.
Examples are tests which detail rate of bone loss (rather than simply degree), food allergies, mal absorption, adrenal fatigue, hormone levels, digestive imbalance, and auto-immune shifts.
Chinese medicine is the oldest medicine in the world to treat gynecological health.
In Oriental medicine, there is a root imbalance that causes gynecological problems. Treating this imbalance, you can eliminate or greatly improve disharmonies and symptoms associated with them.
It takes about three months to see complete changes in a condition.
Treatable Conditions:
| Menstrual Problems | Menopausal Symptoms |
| No Cycle (Amennorhea) | Night Sweats |
| Acne | Insomnia |
| Cramps | Hot Flashes (daytime) |
| Bloating | Vaginal Dryness |
| Breast Distention | Anxiety |
| High Emotion | Low Sex Drive |
| Heavy Prolonged Flow | Memory |
| Irregular Cycle | |
| Premenstrual Syndrome | |
| Skipped Cycles |
Other Issues:
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Acupuncture for men? Yes.
Men are becoming more involved in their health by talking about the variety of men's health and reproductive issues. Men's health has historically been a top priority in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with regard to sexual health and longevity.
TCM can address many diseases under the umbrella of men's health. Here is a list of common male complaints that our clinic treats:
| Health Maintenance | Prostatitis |
| Sports Injuries | Infertility |
| Premature Ejaculation | Male Climacteric (men-o pause) |
| Thin/Scanty Semen | Nocturnal Emission |
| Erectile Dysfunction | Anxiety/Depression |
| Impotence | Urinary Issues |
| Hernias | Dizziness |
| Testicular Pain |
Due to the way that these disorders affect the quality of a man's life, men have a renewed interest in the quality and longevity of their health. These are all steps in the right direction, and this is a trend that should be encouraged by health care practitioners.
TCM can address many diseases under the umbrella of men's health, and the following is the first in a series of articles that will address the diseases that affect men and preventative care.
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