About Acupuncture

Acupuncture has successfully treated a variety of conditions, illnesses and injuries for thousands of years.

How Does Acupuncture Work?

• Acupuncture is based on the idea that energy circulates throughout the body along interconnected pathways known as meridians.
• When the circulation of this energy becomes blocked or unbalanced, the result is pain, illness and discomfort.
• By stimulating the meridians through specific points on the skin, ancient healers discovered they could redirect the flow of energy in the body. They could restore balance — the root of good health.

How Are the Meridians Stimulated?

I insert hair-thin needles into the skin or use non-insertive techniques that do not break the skin.

What Does Acupuncture Feel Like?

• I insert needles ever so slightly so they just barely penetrate the skin. Typically you will not feel the needles at all.
• Most patients find the treatments pleasant and relaxing, and may even fall asleep.
• Sometimes you may experience a soothing rush of warmth or a cooling sensation move through your body, maybe some achiness too. These are the effects of your energy pathways being stimulated.

What Are Non-Insertive Techniques?

I employ two Japanese styles of acupuncture: Shakuju Therapy and Toyo Hari. These especially gentle methods rebalance the body without breaking the skin.