For those who do not seek alternative health care because do not understand how Oriental Medicine works. This workshop explains the diagnostic methods of the Acupuncturist based on real science. Then, in layman’s terms explain how different protocols work for the treatment of many conditions.
The needles used are one-time use, micro-cleaned and sterilized. The insertion barely causes any pain and is well tolerated by people of all ages. Needle sensations may vary according to current body and emotional conditions.
Q: What is Acupuncture?
A: Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points shown as effective in the treatment of specific health problems. These points have been mapped by the Chinese over a period of two thousand years. Recently, electromagnetic research has confirmed their locations.
Q: What problems can be treated by Acupuncture?
A: The World Health Organization has said that acupuncture is suitable for treating the following:
Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders-
Toothaches, pain after tooth extraction, earaches, sinus inflammation, nasal inflammation or dryness.
Respiratory Disorders-
Uncomplicated bronchial asthma in children or adults.
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Digestive tract problems, hiccups, inflammation of the stomach, chonic duodenal ulcers, inflamation of the colon, constipation, diarrhea, dysentery caused by certain bacteria.
Eye Disorders
Inflammation of the conjunctiva, inflammation of the central retina, nearsightedness (in children), and uncomplicated cataracts.
Nervous System and Muscular Disorders
Headaches, migraines, certain facial paralysis or nerve pain, partial weakness after a stroke, inflammation of nerve endings, bed wetting, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, sciatica, lower back pain and ostearthritis.
Acupuncture has been used for centuries in China to beat many other problems, such as knee pain, sprains and strains, and most gynecological complaints.Top
Q: How deep do the needles go?
A: The depends upon the nature of the problem, the location of the points selected, the patient’s size, age, constitution, and upon the acupuncturist’s style.