Acupuncture is the placement of ultra-thin needles into acupuncture points. Acupuncture points are specific locations on the body’s surface where high concentrations of vessels and nerves enter the surrounding soft tissues. Inserting an acupuncture needle in to an acupuncture point has positive effects on the central and peripheral nervous systems. This action promotes homeostasis and encourages the body to heal itself.

Acupuncture needles are approximately 10 times smaller than a hypodermic needle. They are solid, ultra-thin, and very flexible. Hypodermic needles are hollow and fairly thick. They are designed this way to administer injections and draw blood from the body.

Acupuncture is commonly used for the treatment of pain, discomfort, or other distressing symptoms. Your care may consist of frequent visits during the initial weeks or months of treatment to reduce your symptoms. Your condition, age, lifestyle, and the vitality of your Qi are all factors in determining your treatment frequency. Each visit builds on the previous visit while working towards achieving your health goals. Once your signs and symptoms are reduced, preventative maintenance visits will preserve all the progress you have made. These visits may be monthly, every other month, or seasonally. Acupuncture checkups can help identify, rebalance and correct minor problems before they become major concerns. Wellness care is the root of healing.