Acupuncture can break the pain cycle and provide lasting relief. Acupuncture is recommended by the National Institutes of Health and the World Health Organization as an effective treatment for over 40 different medical conditions, including:

*acute or chronic pain including low back, shoulder or neck pain
* fibromyalgia or other mind-body illnesses
*tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome or other repetitive motion injuries
*headache or chronic migraine
*sinus congestion, allergies or asthma
*gynecological disorders including infertility, PMS and menstrual irregularities
*depression, stress or anxiety
*gastrointestinal disorders including constipation, chronic diarrhea, IBS, gastritis, peptic ulcer, food allergies and indigestion
*smoking cessation
*drug and alcohol addictions
*uro-genital disorders including stress incontinence, urinary tract infections and sexual dysfunction
*nervous system disorders such as dizziness, neuralgia, numbness, insomnia
*ear, eye, nose and throat disorders

Each treatment is designed specifically for the individual being treated. Acupuncture treats the “whole person” not a specific body part or symptom. All aspects of your health are taken into consideration including physical symptoms, emotions, environment and past health history.

An acupuncturist will place fine, sterile needles at specific acupoints on the body. Heat or electrical stimulation may or may not be added. When the needles are inserted, you may feel a tingling, vague numbness, heaviness or a dull ache. This is a sign that the treatment is working. Most people find the treatment very relaxing.

Developed in China over 3,000 years ago, acupuncture is part of a complete medical system based on the principals of natural balance. Acupuncture promotes healing by enhancing your body’s own recuperative powers and immunity creating physical and emotional health.

Acupuncture is safe, drug-free and effective. In the presence of this subtle energy, symptoms often resolve and patients frequently experience renewed vitality.