| Acupuncture Unfortunately we are currently not providing acupuncture treatments. If you are interested in Acupuncture Please Contact Chris Curley @ 609-536-2339 New Eastern Health Center What is acupuncture? 
Acupuncture is an effective, holistic health care system developed by the Chinese over 3,000 years ago. It involves the insertion of ultra thin needles into designated points on the body. The acupuncture points are located on a network of energy pathways called meridians. The energy that is carried through these meridians is called “qi” (pronounced “chee”). Sometimes the meridians can become blocked, or the qi is exhausted. When qi is not flowing freely, pain and illness result. Acupuncture works by adjusting the flow of qi to restore balance and health.
 Acupuncture treats the whole person. Your practitioner will look at all the signs and symptoms in order to come up with a correct diagnosis. Then she will work to improve the flow of qi, relieve symptoms, and restore wellness. The balance of qi is reflected in each person’s physical, mental and spiritual health. Being healthy means having the vitality, energy and spirit to live life to the fullest.
In Oriental medicine, essence, energy, and spirit are known as the Three Treasures. They are cultivated by living a balanced life, including: proper diet, correct breathing, exercise in moderation, adequate rest, limiting stress and managing the emotions. Oriental medicine seeks to help preserve and enhance the Three Treasures, thus promoting and restoring health. How it Works:
Acupuncture works by strengthening the body’s own natural healing abilities. It increases circulation and stimulates the immune system to facilitate healing. It also affects the nervous system, causing the release of chemicals that have balancing, calming and pain relieving effects.
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Benefits of Acupuncture: |
• | Safe | |
• | Effective |
• | Drug and side effect free |
• | Treats underlying cause as well as symptoms |
• | Holistic: can address multiple problems at one time |
• | Can be used in conjunction with western medicine |
• | Useful for prevention and overall wellness |
Conditions Treated:
Recognized by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO), acupuncture can be used to treat:
• Addiction • Anxiety • Arthritis • Asthma • Back pain • Bronchitis • Carpal tunnel syndrome • Chronic fatigue • Colitis • Constipation • Dental pain • Depression • Diarrhea • Digestive trouble • Dizziness • Emotional problems • Eye problems • Facial palsy/tics • Fatigue • Fibromyalgia • Gingivitis • Headache • Hiccough • Incontinence • Indigestion • Infertility • Irritable bowel • Menopause • Menstrual irregularities • Migraine • Nausea • Osteoarthritis • Pain • Pneumonia • Premenstrual syndrome • Reproductive problems • Rhinitis • Sciatica • Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) • Shoulder pain • Sinusitis • Sleep disturbance• Smoking • Sore throat • Stress • Tennis elbow • Tonsillitis • Tooth pain • Trigeminal neuralgia • Urinary tract infection • Vomiting • Wrist pain
What to Expect:
Acupuncture is normally a painless procedure, with many needles not being felt. Some needles may feel like a light pinch on insertion. The needles are sterile and disposable. After the needles are in, many people report feeling a sense of relaxation.
On your first visit, you will fill out a health history form, and the acupuncturist will ask you many questions about your health and lifestyle. This information will be used to uncover patterns, and help your practitioner come up with an appropriate treatment plan. For most conditions, a course of treatments is required to bring optimal results.
Rates
Initial Visit: $100 (60-90 mins)
Follow up: $65 (45-60 mins)
Twice weekly: $50 (45-60min)