Acupuncture
Over centuries, the Chinese have observed nature in order to better understand natural laws and thus apply these laws to better understanding the human condition. Classical Acupuncture makes use of these laws as the framework to unlock the keys to promoting balance and harmony in these treated.
The History
The Use of Acupuncture is comparatively new in this country although it is one of the worlds oldest systems of medicine.
The 5 Elements
Observing and understanding the laws of nature to better understand the human condition.
Who Benefits?
A wide variety of people from various walks of life consult Acupuncturists for a myriad reasons.
The 5 Elements
Over centuries, the Chinese have observed nature in order to better understand natural laws and thus apply these laws to better understanding the human condition. Classical Acupuncture makes use of these laws as the framework to unlock the keys to promoting balance and harmony in these treated.
Treatment
The Classical Acupuncturist considers symptoms in context of life’s movements and changes-how the events affect the energetic flow of QI in the individual.
Diagnosis
The initial diagnosis takes into account the person’s present condition, medical history and life pattern. This information is essential to determine the cause of the problem and the treatment that is required. There is also a physical examination that includes the reading of the pulses.
Pulses
QI travels through the body along twelve pathways known as meridians. Each meridian corresponds to one of the vital organs such as the kidneys, heart, stomach etc. and has a pulse associated with it, which informs the acupuncturist of the condition of the energy within that meridian. The twelve pulses are located on the radial arteries on each wrist.
Needles
By inserting very fine acupuncture needles (about the diameter of 3 human hairs) into the acupuncture points which lie along the meridians, a proper balance and flow of QI can be re-established. QI can be summoned to the places that need it and dispersed from the areas where is it congested and causing blockage.
General Information
Your First Visit
Please bring the details and dosages of any medications, vitamins or minerals you are taking. We ask that you refrain from wearing heavy make-up or scented or perfumed products of any kind. It is important to make sure you have had a light meal or snack before and that you also refrain from drinking alcohol or doing anything physically or emotionally strenuous immediately prior to or after the treatment.
Duration & Frequency
The duration and frequency of treatment depends on a variety of factors including the severity of the complaint, how long the person as suffered from it, the extent to which life-style contributes to it and what drugs are being taken. Some people only need a few treatments while others need extensive care. Initial treatments will be once a week and as the person progresses, their frequency will be decreased to every 2 weeks, once a month and then seasonal “tune-ups”.
Fees & Insurance
Your first visit will last approximately 1 1/2 hours and is $180.00. Subsequent visits are approximately 1 hour and are $120 each. While we do not accept insurance we will gladly give you a super bill that you can submit to your insurance company.
Cancellation Policy
We kindly ask that you give at least 24 hours notice when cancelling an appointment or a full fee will be applied to your bill for the missed appointment.
Contact us
For more information or to make an appointment, please fill out and submit the form below or contact Colleen or Josh directly. We apologize, but we cannot take walk-ins at this time.