Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medicine encourages natural healing, improve mood and energy, reduce/relieve pain, thus help the body's internal organ to correct imbalances in their digestion, absorption and improve function of affected areas of the body by uses the insertion of solid acupuncture needles into the skin at precise acupuncture points on the body. This method is use to stimulate the nervous system to release chemical in the muscle, spinal cord, and brain triggering the release of other chemicals and hormones which aids in the body's own internal regulating system improved energy and biochemical balance to achieve a therapeutic effect.
These network of points were mapped centuries ago by the Chinese.
They are found along the meridians (in another word 'channels') which energy or "Qi" flows through to nourish the tissues.
Acupuncture promotes 3 areas of health care:
- Improve health and well being
- Treatment of various medical conditions
- Prevention of illness
It particularly useful in correcting physical discomfort related to tension and stress and emotional imbalance conditions.
Muscular and neurological disorders
- Neck pain, headaches, tennis elbow, tendonitis, low back pain, sciatica, osteoarthritis
Digestive disorders
- Gastritis, hyper-acidity, indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, spastic colon
Respiratory disorders
- Asthma, sinusitis, bronchitis, chest infections/congestions
Urinary disorders
- Urinary, menstrual and reproductive problems
Usually there are no side effects. Only disposable stainless steel needles (very thin, smooth point) are use with each treatment, there is no risk of infection. Insertion through the skin is not painful, once needles are in place, there is no pain felt.
May experience original symptoms worsen for a few days. Change in emotion, appetite, sleep, bowel movement or urination pattern.
These should not cause concern as these are indications that the acupuncture is working.
Acupuncture can combined with all other health modalities.
Number of Treatment Require
- Complex / Long standing conditions – 1 to 2x/week for several months recommended
- Acute problems – usually fewer visits
- Health maintenance – 4x/yr may all be necessary
Do's & Don't on the 'Day of Treatment'
To enhance the value of a treatment, following guidelines are important:- Do not eat large meal prior and post treatment
- Do not engage in physical and sexual activities, or consume alcohol within 6 hours prior and post treatment.
- Plan your day activities so that you can rest after treatment. Especially important for the first few visits.
- Remember to keep notes of your response to the treatment for follow up visits.
How much does it cost?
Prices vary for each patient depending on the area of the body to be treated, and the number of treatments needed.
We strive to offer the LOWEST PRICES and better quality for acupuncture treatment as compared to other clinics in Toronto. Our affordable prices and financing plans assure that nearly everyone can have the new look they have always wanted. Come in today for your free consultation and you will be amazed as to how affordable we truly are.
We are accepting work and extended health benefits.
