![]() About Acupuncture.
How does acupuncture move energy? Acupuncture promotes one's health by stimulating the flow of energy in the body and removing blockages that impede function and healing. Fine needles are inserted at energetically active points on the body. These points are connected to meridians which are connected to specific organs. By adjusting and encouraging flow of energy in the body, each acupuncture treatment addresses your individual patterns which are the cause of the current symptoms. Many treatment modalities fall under the scope of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In my practice, I use a combination of acupuncture and acupressure (using the same acupuncture points but without needles), Gua Sha (to help open up the fascia), cupping, heat therapy, mild forms of electrical stimulation, moxibustion and when appropriate may offer nutritional advice. Acupuncture TheoryAccording to Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, a vital energy called Qi (pronounced "Chee") circulates through the body in specific pathways called channels or meridians. These meridians flow through the internal organs, muscles and superficial tissues of the body. Qi can be accessed and manipulated by needling specific points on the meridians. These acupuncture points can be used to treat conditions within the tissues and organ systems of the corresponding meridians. For example, a point on the Stomach channel can treat pain along the Stomach meridian, as well as digestive disorders related to the stomach organ.
An Acupuncture TreatmentTraditional Chinese Medicine is a holistic practice. After taking a medical history, Diana Alvarez, R.Ac., begins with a series of in-depth questions, an inspection of the tongue and taking of the pulse in order to piece together the most beneficial treatment for you.
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