Oriental Medicine
Oriental Medicine is really a catch-all for the forms of acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage and exercise that originated in Asia and are now practiced worldwide. It is the most widely integrated form of energy medicine in western cultures. Traditionally used for prevention, it has garnered modern acclaim for successful treatment of a variety of acute and chronic conditions without the adverse side-effects found in western medicine.​​
ACUPUNCTURE
The fundamental belief is that we live in a wholly interconnected universe. So, what happens to one part of the body affects every other part of the body - all part of a greater energetic system. To understand this, Oriental Medicine uses the powerful Yin/Yang and Five Elements images and metaphors from nature to describe the processes of health and disease. Many of the concepts used have no counterpart in Western medicine. For example, Qi ("Chi"), is a vital life force or energy. Qi flows through the body along pathways, called meridians, all corresponding to specific organs, systems or functions. Imbalances in the flow of Qi cause illness; correction of this flow restores the body to balance.
There are a host of modalities to help restore a balanced flow, with the most prominent being Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and its component branches of acupuncture, acupressure, Tuina ("twee nah"), massage, moxibustion, herbology, Tai Qi and Qi Gong (breathing exercises.)
The ancient Chinese believed that there is a universal life energy called Qi or Chi present in every living creature. This energy is said to circulate throughout the body along specific pathways that are called meridians. As long as this energy flows freely throughout the meridians, health is maintained, but once the flow of energy is blocked, the system is disrupted and pain and illness occur. Imagine rivers that flood and cause disasters or an electrical grid short-circuiting that causes blackouts. Acupuncture works to "re-program and restore normal functions by stimulating certain points on the meridians in order to free up the Qi.
What Does Treatment Entail?
The acupuncture treatment itself consists of the insertions of tiny thread like needles into points along pathways of energy called meridians. We use only pre-sterilized and individually packaged disposable needles.
A treatment may also include other modalities such as cupping, electro-acupuncture, acupuncture injection therapy, moxibustion, gwa sha, plum blossom, anma and tui-na massage.
An herbal prescription may be given to treat your condition. We use only the highest quality of Chinese herbal medicinals.
A personalized wellness program may be tailored for you including dietary changes, detoxification cleanses, lifestyle changes, prescribed exercises including Qi Gong, Tai Qi, Yoga and meditation.
Pediatric patients may be treated with other modalities and in some cases needles or tacs (tiny needles attached to tape or stickers that stay on the skin for a prescribed period of time).
As in any form of healing, the patient's attitude, diet, determination and lifestyle will affect the outcome of the course of treatment. We encourage our patients to actively participate in their healing process.
Many conditions may be alleviated very rapidly by acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. However, some conditions that have evolved over several years will be relieved only with slow steady progress.
During the treatment most patients experience a sense of relaxation and well-being.
The first component of a treatment is a consultation that allows us to gain a complete picture of your past and current health. A physical examination, pulse and tongue diagnosis will be taken to assess your body's state of health. Based on our observations and your input we will be able to make a diagnosis which will lead us to a treatment plan.
Acupuncture Injection Therapy
Acupuncture Injection Therapy (AIT), also known as acupuncture point injection therapy (APIT), Point Injection Therapy (PIT) and commonly referred to as Biopuncture, is the injection of sterile botanical substances such as herbal extracts, homeopathic medicines, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients into acupuncture points and trigger points. This integrative therapy combines time-tested Chinese Medicine with homeopathic and conventional medicine.
The benefit of utilizing Acupuncture Injection Therapy is that we can stimulate powerful acupuncture points with proven natural substances and thereby affect the body on a deeper level to create a healing climate. The botanical substances used are dependent upon the wellness needs of the patient and are injected into specific acupuncture points thereby activating the acupuncture point with the needle and triggering the energy of the medicine being injected. In essence it is giving the patient two treatments in one, making it very powerful and longer lasting. Other advantages of Acupuncture Injection Therapy include dose reduction of therapeutic agents as compared with other modes of administration, synergistic augmentation combining the mechanism of acupuncture point stimulation and the substance injected and the ability to standardize and replicate treatment.
Acupuncture Injection Therapy is used for pain (acute and chronic), inflammation (this includes any diagnosis that ends in “itis” like arthritis, sinusitis, colitis, etc.), Viral and Bacterial infections, Respiratory infections (acute and chronic), Immune system deficiency, toxic load (this includes negative side effects of vaccines and long haulers disease), scarring, allergies, Neuralgias, Neuritis, Neuropathy, Low energy/chronic fatigue and more. We also use Acupuncture Injection Therapy in many of our weight loss protocols, cosmetic treatments and even in our B-12 injections.
Acupuncture Injection Therapy earned well-deserved attention in early 2011 and again in 2014 when Dr. Mehmet Oz featured the therapy on his television show. This treatment however dates back to the 1950’s in China where it gained popularity with its positive effects. Since this time, research has been carried out on hundreds of substances that have been used for different diseases showing promising results. This includes research showing many pain syndromes benefiting from the use of Zeel and Traumeel published in Biological Therapy by Ingrid Riedel, M.D. Another published research includes the use of Zeel for degenerative joint disease by Andrzej Lesiak, Rainer Gottwald and Michael Weiser in Medycyna Biologiczna showing improvement in 94% of the cases. One more study conducted by Anton Heilmann, M.D. and published in Biological Therapy shows favorable results for the use of Engystol as a prophylactic for flu and common colds.
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This gentle modality utilizes sterile hypodermic needles that are of the smallest size and finest quality that allow the injection of medicinal substances to work with the body in order to achieve optimal health. In some cases, patients will receive one injection while others can receive 6 or more depending upon the condition.
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Acupuncture Injection Therapy is a safe and effective option for many illnesses. The solutions do not contain NSAIDs, steroids, or addictive substances such as narcotics. Local allergy testing is always done prior to injection to avoid an allergic reaction. This procedure is administered by qualified Doctors of Oriental Medicine (OMDs) with specialty training and certification in injection therapy.
How to book an appointment!
Please call (775) 841-3336 to set up an appointment with our scheduler.