What to expect during treatment Most people are surprised by the fact that the needle insertion is usually painless

	What to expect during treatment Most people are surprised by the fact that the needle insertion is usually painless. Following the needle insertion, one may feel numbness or tingling around the point, or in various areas of the body, some people feel nothing at all. Needles are left in the body anywhere from a minute to 20 minutes at a time. Often, patients find the treatment very relaxing; some even fall asleep. This is often followed by a sense of overall well being. How many treatments will be needed? Each person is unique with an individualized treatment plan. No two conditions or people respond exactly the same. The length of treatment depends on the type, severity and duration of the condition, and one's physical state at the time of treatment.
	What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is a health care modality that has flourished in China for more than 3,000 years; it is widely used in Asia and Europe. Acupuncture's complex system of diagnostic corollaries takes into account the entire person, not just isolated symptoms. It is practiced based on discerning a pattern of imbalance in the body and treating accordingly. This imbalance can be based on physical and/or emotional difficulties. How does acupuncture work? Acupuncture is a therapy, which uses natural laws and energies with the application of needles and or other stimulus to specific points on the body. These points are grouped along certain pathways, known as meridians that are located on all surfaces of the body. Whenever the energy flows through these pathways is absent, deficient, interrupted, excessive, or blocked in any way, health is disrupted, resulting in illness or pain. By stimulating appropriate acupuncture points along these meridians, the energy is released and regulated, and health is restored. This energy is called Qi (pronounced "chee"), and is viewed as the precursor to healthy organic function. Research has been done which validates acupuncture's benefits. In 1985, a French medical team demonstrated the movement of radioactive tracers along pathways, which match Chinese acupuncture meridians. Tests have shown acupuncture stimulates endorphin release in humans and animals, and improves immune system functioning. Studies also indicate that acupuncture stimulates the central and peripheral nervous system Is acupuncture safe? Absolutely. One of the great advantages of acupuncture is the infrequent occurrence of serious side effects, including those from herbs. Needles are either the one-time disposable type, or sterilized like any other medical instrument under meticulous conditions. The acupuncturist can adjust treatment at any time to react to changes an individual's condition. Can acupuncture prevent future health problems or enhance health? Yes. Acupuncture has traditionally been used as a preventative medicine. Recent studies have verified that acupuncture stimulated immune function, which increases resistance to bacterial and viral infections. Many people find that a regular acupuncture tune-up in the best way to feel "in sync" and insure continuing health. Is acupuncture safe? Absolutely. One of the great advantages of acupuncture is the infrequent occurrence of serious side effects, including those from herbs. Needles are either the one-time disposable type, or sterilized like any other medical instrument under meticulous conditions. The acupuncturist can adjust treatment at any time to react to changes an individual's condition. Can acupuncture prevent future health problems or enhance health? Yes. Acupuncture has traditionally been used as a preventative medicine. Recent studies have verified that acupuncture stimulated immune function, which increases resistance to bacterial and viral infections. Many people find that a regular acupuncture tune-up in the best way to feel "in sync" and insure continuing health. Are there any conditions for which acupuncture is not recommended? Yes. Acupuncture is not generally recommended as the primary method of treatment for severe infection, cancer, and heart failure. However, acupuncture has been found useful in studies for easing the side effects of chemotherapy and of pain in advanced cancer patients. Can prescription medications be taken while receiving acupuncture? Yes. Acupuncture treatment may be used along with other medical care to great advantage. It has been used for pain control after medical or dental procedures and to expedite healing. It can also help to further strengthen an individual after long-term illness or counteract the side effects of numerous medications. Can acupuncture be effective when other treatments have failed? Yes. Every system of medicine has its own areas in which it has its greatest effectiveness. Acupuncture's advantage is its diagnostic and treatment system that includes a deep understanding of our energetic nature and the impact of energetic imbalance on healing. Diagnosis includes many symptoms that are not viewed as relevant in Western medicine. The acupuncturist's approach is to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. The disease is treated as the result of the individual's movement into a healthier state. An illness that eludes bio-chemical diagnosis is often successfully treated on a bio-energetic level Our Goal: Natural Healing Medical Center is to provide our patients with safe and successful health care options. Dr. Yolanda M. Ruiz, Dr. Sandra Lee Manasco, Dr. Joseph F. Kyriacou Home \| Services \| Articles \| Pharmacy \| Events \| Online Store \| Contact Us \| About Us © Copyright 2006 - 2007 Natural Healing Medical Center, all rights reserved. Website Design: www.nhmc.info

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What to expect during treatment
Most people are surprised by the fact that the needle insertion is usually painless. Following the needle insertion, one may feel numbness or tingling around the point, or in various areas of the body, some people feel nothing at all. Needles are left in the body anywhere from a minute to 20 minutes at a time. Often, patients find the treatment very relaxing; some even fall asleep. This is often followed by a sense of overall well being.

How many treatments will be needed?

Each person is unique with an individualized treatment plan. No two conditions or people respond exactly the same. The length of treatment depends on the type, severity and duration of the condition, and one's physical state at the time of treatment.

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a health care modality that has flourished in China for more than 3,000 years; it is widely used in Asia and Europe. Acupuncture's complex system of diagnostic corollaries takes into account the entire person, not just isolated symptoms. It is practiced based on discerning a pattern of imbalance in the body and treating accordingly. This imbalance can be based on physical and/or emotional difficulties.

How does acupuncture work?

Acupuncture is a therapy, which uses natural laws and energies with the application of needles and or other stimulus to specific points on the body. These points are grouped along certain pathways, known as meridians that are located on all surfaces of the body. Whenever the energy flows through these pathways is absent, deficient, interrupted, excessive, or blocked in any way, health is disrupted, resulting in illness or pain. By stimulating appropriate acupuncture points along these meridians, the energy is released and regulated, and health is restored. This energy is called Qi (pronounced "chee"), and is viewed as the precursor to healthy organic function. Research has been done which validates acupuncture's benefits. In 1985, a French medical team demonstrated the movement of radioactive tracers along pathways, which match Chinese acupuncture meridians. Tests have shown acupuncture stimulates endorphin release in humans and animals, and improves immune system functioning. Studies also indicate that acupuncture stimulates the central and peripheral nervous system

Is acupuncture safe?

Absolutely. One of the great advantages of acupuncture is the infrequent occurrence of serious side effects, including those from herbs. Needles are either the one-time disposable type, or sterilized like any other medical instrument under meticulous conditions. The acupuncturist can adjust treatment at any time to react to changes an individual's condition.

Can acupuncture prevent future health problems or enhance health?

Yes. Acupuncture has traditionally been used as a preventative medicine. Recent studies have verified that acupuncture stimulated immune function, which increases resistance to bacterial and viral infections. Many people find that a regular acupuncture tune-up in the best way to feel "in sync" and insure continuing health.

Is acupuncture safe?

Can acupuncture prevent future health problems or enhance health?

Are there any conditions for which acupuncture is not recommended?

Yes. Acupuncture is not generally recommended as the primary method of treatment for severe infection, cancer, and heart failure. However, acupuncture has been found useful in studies for easing the side effects of chemotherapy and of pain in advanced cancer patients.

Can prescription medications be taken while receiving acupuncture?

Yes. Acupuncture treatment may be used along with other medical care to great advantage. It has been used for pain control after medical or dental procedures and to expedite healing. It can also help to further strengthen an individual after long-term illness or counteract the side effects of numerous medications.

Can acupuncture be effective when other treatments have failed?

Yes. Every system of medicine has its own areas in which it has its greatest effectiveness. Acupuncture's advantage is its diagnostic and treatment system that includes a deep understanding of our energetic nature and the impact of energetic imbalance on healing. Diagnosis includes many symptoms that are not viewed as relevant in Western medicine. The acupuncturist's approach is to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. The disease is treated as the result of the individual's movement into a healthier state. An illness that eludes bio-chemical diagnosis is often successfully treated on a bio-energetic level

Our Goal:

Natural Healing Medical Center is to provide our patients

with safe and successful health care options.

Dr. Yolanda M. Ruiz, Dr. Sandra Lee Manasco, Dr. Joseph F. Kyriacou