Millions of Americans seek alternative health care options and are beginning to understand the essence of Chinese medicine.

What is the background of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)?
TCM dates back over 4,000 years and has been refined and advanced through the clinical experiences of over 200 generations of practitioners. The scientific research which is ocurring worldwide is providing further verification of the effectiveness of TCM therapies. The World Health Organization acknowledges the ability of TCM to facilitate healing. Though the US may be considered a "late adopter" of TCM, it's acceptance is has been strong on our west coast.

How does TCM work?
TCM recognizes the vital energy called Qi (pronounced "chee", also known as "prana" or "life force") that flows through meridians (also called "channels") in the body similar to water flowing in a river. There are twelve primary meridians, each associated with an organ system. Disease occurs with imbalance (yin/yang), resulting in excess or deficient amounts of Qi in the meridians. TCM works to alleviate this imbalance and restore harmony using acupuncture, Tui Na and herbs.

How does acupuncture work?
Acupuncture points are located throughout the body and act as gateways to influence, redirect, increase or decrease the vital substance of Qi, thus correcting imbalances that cause disease.

Do the needles hurt me?
No, most people barely feel the needles. The needles are thin, solid, sterile, and made of stainless steel. The doctor lightly taps the needles into the acupuncture points to mobilize energy (Qi) flow and invigorate the proper function of muscles, nerves, vessels, glands and organs. Once the needles are in, the patient has approximately 30minutes to relax, meditate or take a nap, and let the energy flow. In Aculing Clinic, only disposable needles are used.

How are Chinese herbs used?
Herbs are an important component of TCM treatment and prevention. Many of these natural formulas are ancient, yet in our clinic we have many of the more advanced formulas available. Currently, Chinese manufactured herbs use only plant products, not animal. Herbs are not addictive, but are powerful and should be taken as directed by your doctor.

How long is a treatment?
Plan for 45 minuets. Some patients require both acupuncture and Tui Na, which may take a bit longer.

What results can I expect?
Pain relief. Decrease in symptoms. Increased energy and vitality. Oftentimes these effects are immmediate, but with some conditions results come more subtly over time. We find a correlation between the length of time of the illness and the time it takes to heal. We also see that children heal more quickly than adults. Based on your diagnosis, your doctor will give you an idea how many treatments and how much time it may take to make you well.

Does insurance cover the treatment cost?
Nowadays, more insurance companies partially cover the cost of acupuncture. If not, be certain to communicate to your employer's benefits department that you need acupuncture and ask them to negotiate with the insurance carrier to include it in the next plan year. If enough people do this, your employer/insurance company can and will work this out.

What type of disease could be treat by TCM?
Acupuncture with TuiNa treatment for injury of muscle, tendon, ligament, prolepses of the lumbar and cervical intervertebral disc, cervical vertebra syndrome, periarthritis of the shoulder, osteoarthritis, tenosynovitis, etc.
Use of acupuncture and herbs for treatment of many conditions, ailments and diseases, including but not limited to: gynecological, immune and digestive system, miscellaneous internal damage diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, paraplegia, pain management.

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