WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE?

Acupuncture is a safe and effective form of medical treatment. Through the insertion of fine, hair-thin needles into points along energetic pathways, called channels or meridians, the subtle energies of the body can be rebalanced.

The goal of acupuncture is to identify areas of excess stagnation and areas of weakness and redistribute the Qi, or vital energy. Choosing which points to needle involves understanding the functions of each individual point, the pattern of the disharmony, and the best way of addressing that pattern on that given day.

What causes such imbalances?

· physical and emotional trauma
· stress
· lack of exercise
· overexertion
· seasonal changes
· poor diet
· accidents
· congenital conditions
· or simply living the lifestyle of excess that is common in   our modern day culture.

We go, go, go, and seldom take time to rest and restore. Receiving an acupuncture session is often a prime opportunity to go somewhere quiet and restful, shut off your cell phone, be listened to and supported, and simply lay still. Never underestimate the very real healthful benefit of simply tuning into your body and creating greater stillness.

What can Acupuncture treat?