Benefits of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture:

Origin

Coming from a rich background of empirical and practical wisdom, Chinese medicine encompasses a holistic view of the human being, health and disease. At the core of Chinese medicine's approach is acupuncture — which encourages the body to promote natural healing and improve overall functioning by stimulation at very precise acupuncture points — with herbs and massage further complementing results.

Indeed, 5,000-year-old Chinese medicine texts have passed down to a new generation of acupuncturists, which provides important knowledge that remains relevant today. Whether you are seeking treatment for an ailment, boosting your immunity, needing assistance in life transitions, or enjoying greater relaxation, you will find that Chinese medicine offers you a variety of benefits.

How Does Acupuncture Work?

The classical Chinese explanation is that channels of energy run in regular patterns through the body and over its surface. These energy patterns, called meridians, are like rivers flowing through the body to irrigate and nourish. An obstruction in the movement of these energy rivers is like a dam that backs up in others. Needling the acupuncture points unblocks the obstructions and reestablishes regular flow — thereby helping the body's internal organs to correct imbalances.

The modern scientific explanation is that needling the acupuncture points stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals in the muscles, spinal cord and brain, which changes the experience of pain and releases chemicals that influence the body's own internal regulating system. From there, the improved energy and biochemical balance produced by acupuncture results in stimulating the body's natural healing abilities, and promotes physical and emotional well-being.

Benefits of Acupuncture

Extensive studies and research by organizations ranging from the World Health Organization to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine confirm the validity of acupuncture and Chinese medicine for effectively treating many health disorders.

And the National Institute of Health cites acupuncture as being valuable for the following ailments:

• Women’s health, including PMS, infertility, heavy or irregular periods, post-partum recovery and menopause
• Anxiety, sleep disorders, mood disorders and depression
• Addictions like cigarette smoking and chemical dependency
• Urogenital disorders like urinary tract infections and incontinence
• Migraine headaches and hypertension
• Gastrointestinal disorders including chronic diarrhea or constipation, indigestion, colitis, gastritis and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Muscular and skeletal disorders and discomfort, including whiplash, lower back pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, arthritis and bursitis

In summary, the strategic combination of acupuncture, massage and herbs can help you relax, rejuvenate and heal.