Holistic Medicine

Acupuncture, which originated in China, is a way of adjusting the body''s "life energy" (qi or chi) flow. It involves the insertion of fine needles into carefully selected acupuncture points along the meridians (energetic pathways) of the body. Points are selected on the basis of pulse and tongue diagnosis, observation, and questioning. The points affect the meridian system. Each meridian has a specific effect on a specific body system or organ of the body. Needles are inserted on the points and then manipulated, either by twirling or by a gentle pumping action. This removes blockages or stimulates energy flow. Stagnant energy can be dispersed and the whole energy flow regulated (too much energy in one area adjusted and too little stimulated). Acupuncture can be used to relieve symptoms as well as to promote general health and well-being.



Related Forms of Integrated Treatment

Moxibustion and cupping are two forms of treatment that are closely related to acupuncture. Both rely on the meridian or channel theory and treat selected points along the meridians. In moxibustion, preparations of the herb moxa (mugwort) are burned close to the skin to have a warming effect. When this is used in conjunction with acupuncture, the moxa is burned on the needles to intensify their effect. Moxa sticks can also be held above the skin and burned. When moxa is burned it becomes extremely hot, and great care is always taken by the practitioner. In cupping, a vacuum is created by burning tapers in purpose-made glass or bamboo cups. The cups are quickly placed on acupuncture points on the body and the vacuum creates suction that draws blood to the surface. Acupuncture is often performed in conjunction with either moxibustion or cupping.

Acupuncture needles are made of stainless steel, silver, or gold and are either disposable or rigorously sterilized. The needles vary in diameter and length according to the area of the body where they are to be used. Longer, thicker needles are used in "padded" areas such as the buttocks, and finer, shorter ones where the flesh is thin and close to the bone (as on the forehead). The thinnest are not much thicker than a human hair. The needles are inserted into the skin at varying depths. They are sometimes simply left in place, but usually they are gently manipulated to remove blockages and enhance the flow of chi along the meridians either by lifting the needle, or by rotation, flicking, or stroking.

Acupuncture is one of the most widely practiced and accepted form of natural medicine in the world today. There are over 500,000 acupuncturists in China, over 50,000 in Japan, over 6,000 in the United States, and around 10,000 in Europe. Acupuncture is used for the relief of common ailments, for the prevention of disease, for health promotion for anesthesia, for some symptoms of pregnancy, and in childbirth.


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If you visit a Chinese medicine practitioner, you will discover an entirely different form of diagnostics. In addition to observing a patient''s face, these holistic health practitioners perform a pulse diagnosis (palpation of the radial artery pulse), body palpation, and other unique non-invasive diagnostic measures.

Chinese medicine sometimes referred to as TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) or CCM (Classical Chinese Medicine) has a rich history dating back to thousands of years B.C. Based on the philosophies of the Tao and classical Chinese beliefs, these two variations of Chinese medicine differ from each other in that CCM strictly adheres to roots of the ancient Chinese medicine; and TCM is a more accepted form of alternative medicine that has become more "Westernized" in conjunction with modern terms.

Broadly taught throughout China, TCM is also offered through a number of Chinese medicine or acupuncture schools in North America as well. Teaching holistic principles that demonstrate how all things are connected (mind, spirit, and body); future Chinese medicine practitioners learn how to prescribe herbal prescriptions relative to the patient. The belief is to treat the "whole person," not only the disease.

Chinese medicine aims to balance the yin (water and earth) and yang (fire and air) of the body''s life force (Chi or Qi); and is a highly evolved medicine in that it approaches healthcare on the foundation of the meridian system (energy channels of the body). Unlike conventional medicine in the West, Chinese medicine places an emphasis on the body''s elements, and their interrelation with the body''s individual systems.

If you visit a Chinese medicine practitioner, you will discover an entirely different form of diagnostics. In addition to observing a patient''s face, these holistic health practitioners perform a pulse diagnosis (palpation of the radial artery pulse), body palpation, and other unique non-invasive diagnostic measures.

Once a Chinese medicine practitioner has formulated his observations, and has come to a conclusive treatment method, some of the many holistic medicines that he might offer include Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, holistic nutrition advice, moxibustion, cupping, Tuina (Chinese medical massage), Qigong, or Tai Chi, among others. Some specialized practitioners may administer auriculotherapy (ear acupuncture) as a health treatment.

Licensed Chinese medicine practitioners today have acquired a great deal of education and training. While there are many acupuncture and Oriental medicine schools in North America and abroad, no two curriculums are the same. However, prospective students in the United States have the option to enroll in a variety of Oriental medicine programs including Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM), Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM), or Bachelors or Masters in Traditional Oriental medicine and acupuncture, among others.

If you (or someone you know) are interested in finding educational programs in Traditional Chinese Medicine, let professional training within fast-growing industries like mesotherapy, acupuncture, oriental medicine, Reiki, and others get you started! Explore Chinese medicine programs near you.


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Oriental medicine including acupuncture, herbs, nutritional counseling, cupping, and tui na (Chinese massage) has been documented in use for over 3000 years. However acupuncture, herbs and massage have been in use for much longer throughout the world undocumented. The first thing we do when we or our loved one’s have pain is to touch it and try to make it feel better hence this is where massage was born. Herbs and foods we eat have different effects on the body, this is where herbalism and nutrition come in. From bruising and pain it has been realized that there are places or points throughout the body that when pressed or stimulated with enough pressure can help improve blood flow and help heal. This is where acupuncture was discovered. When the chi is stuck, or blocked it does not flow correctly through the channels or meridians that run throughout the body. The blood flows with the chi, therefore when the blood is not flowing correctly many times we have pain or bruising. Oriental medicine helps restore balance to the body, through moving the body’s energy or chi, (electric impulses). When there is an injury or the body’s energy is stuck i.e.: bruising, or internal disorders organal, or systemic, with the use of different therapies this energy can move and aid in the healing process.

 Needle less acupuncture is done with low level electric impulses that can be used in place of needles. It is a very effective treatment when done correctly.

The initial evaluation generally takes about 1&1/2 hours.  Follow up appointments generally last about 1 hour.

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