Frequently Asked Questions:
How does Acupuncture work, what does it treat, and who can benefit from it?
Acupuncture isn’t directed toward a particular disease or condition, instead, it works by activating the body’s self-healing by eliciting a neurotransmitter response. Think about when you get a cut or scrape, you will notice the site of the injury immediately becoming inflamed or red. This is due to blood rushing to the area, or vasodilating, to help repair damaged tissue and fight off bacteria. This is the body's neurological response. Although the acupuncture site will not become red or inflamed, it will set off a cascade of physiological symptoms. This is why acupuncture can address so many different conditions- everything from irritable bowel syndrome to back pain to the side effects of chemotherapy. The body is activating its capacity to self-heal.
If you come in for pain relief, not only will you notice the pain dissipate, but side effects like heart burn or migraines might also go away. This ancient form of healing capitalizes on the body’s ability to self heal through a complex system known as the meridians. When the meridians are weak or deficient, illness can arise. Chinese medicine looks at the health of the whole body, addresses the root of the disharmony, and works to correct that to bring the body back to a state of balance.
Does Acupuncture Hurt?
This is by far the most commonly asked question, with a simple answer: No. One might experience a pinch when the needle is inserted, but generally, the hair thin, sterile, single use needles aren't even felt. Patients generally report a feeling of calm and a heaviness sensation while resting.
What Can I Expect During a Treatment?
The Acupuncturist will do a thorough intake analyzing the health of the entire body. Yes, that rash you’ve always had is related to your heartburn. Everything is connected! The acupuncturist will then take your pulse and look at your tongue. Again, this gives the acupuncturist feedback about the body and the organs from an energetic perspective. The acupuncturist may palpate your abdomen and then will begin inserting the hair thin, sterile needles.
I’m Scared of Needles, is this a Problem?
No. Abby practices Japanese style acupuncture which incorporates fewer needles, and sometimes uses no needles at all. In addition, she's trained in Chinese Style Acupuncture which uses a slightly different diagnostic technique and sometimes utilizes more needles.
What are the beauty benefits of microneedling?
If you are looking for a natural alternative to Botox, microneedling is a safe and effective way to rejuvenate your skin. Using hair fine needles, we can help you address wrinkles by triggering the body to create new collagen and elastin. Microneedling hydrates and heals the skin in combination with hyaluronic acid. Treatment sessions will put you on the path to more youthful, glowing skin.
How many microneedling sessions are recommended?
We recommend around five treatments for microneedling. You can expect your results to last for about two years. The microneedling and acu-glow combo treatment is $395 per session. This treatment allows for precision in targeting fine lines and wrinkles.
What should I expected after microneedling?
Microneedling is a 100% natural process that leverages the body's own unique healing capacity. After treatment, some patients may feel as though they have a light to moderate sunburn. This reaction is completely normal and should subside within 24 hours.
I have tight muscles, can acupuncture help?
Yes, acupuncturists are trained in MA in orthopedic style needling which utilizes motor and trigger points of muscles. The Acupuncturist will stimulate the muscle and area of constriction. Tight muscles often have trigger points which the Acupuncturist can release. Trigger points are tight bands of muscle tissue also known as "knots". The acupuncture needles bring blood flow to the area which in return, oxygenates the muscle, releases toxins, and breaks up the tense tissue.
What is Cupping and Gwa Sha?
These are great techniques that bring blood flow to the surface of the skin. Tight muscles have decreased oxygen flow and thus toxins are able to build up. Gwa Sha stimulates the skin by using repetitive strokes with the edge of a a hard object causing blood to rush to the surface. This process breaks up any stagnant blood seen by the marks left behind. Cupping is also painless and feels like a strong massage as the muscles are gently pulled into cups and then released. Marks are also left as areas of tension or toxins get released.
For MORE information on how Acupuncture works, check out this video:
Acupuncture isn’t directed toward a particular disease or condition, instead, it works by activating the body’s self-healing by eliciting a neurotransmitter response. Think about when you get a cut or scrape, you will notice the site of the injury immediately becoming inflamed or red. This is due to blood rushing to the area, or vasodilating, to help repair damaged tissue and fight off bacteria. This is the body's neurological response. Although the acupuncture site will not become red or inflamed, it will set off a cascade of physiological symptoms. This is why acupuncture can address so many different conditions- everything from irritable bowel syndrome to back pain to the side effects of chemotherapy. The body is activating its capacity to self-heal.
If you come in for pain relief, not only will you notice the pain dissipate, but side effects like heart burn or migraines might also go away. This ancient form of healing capitalizes on the body’s ability to self heal through a complex system known as the meridians. When the meridians are weak or deficient, illness can arise. Chinese medicine looks at the health of the whole body, addresses the root of the disharmony, and works to correct that to bring the body back to a state of balance.
Does Acupuncture Hurt?
This is by far the most commonly asked question, with a simple answer: No. One might experience a pinch when the needle is inserted, but generally, the hair thin, sterile, single use needles aren't even felt. Patients generally report a feeling of calm and a heaviness sensation while resting.
What Can I Expect During a Treatment?
The Acupuncturist will do a thorough intake analyzing the health of the entire body. Yes, that rash you’ve always had is related to your heartburn. Everything is connected! The acupuncturist will then take your pulse and look at your tongue. Again, this gives the acupuncturist feedback about the body and the organs from an energetic perspective. The acupuncturist may palpate your abdomen and then will begin inserting the hair thin, sterile needles.
I’m Scared of Needles, is this a Problem?
No. Abby practices Japanese style acupuncture which incorporates fewer needles, and sometimes uses no needles at all. In addition, she's trained in Chinese Style Acupuncture which uses a slightly different diagnostic technique and sometimes utilizes more needles.
What are the beauty benefits of microneedling?
If you are looking for a natural alternative to Botox, microneedling is a safe and effective way to rejuvenate your skin. Using hair fine needles, we can help you address wrinkles by triggering the body to create new collagen and elastin. Microneedling hydrates and heals the skin in combination with hyaluronic acid. Treatment sessions will put you on the path to more youthful, glowing skin.
How many microneedling sessions are recommended?
We recommend around five treatments for microneedling. You can expect your results to last for about two years. The microneedling and acu-glow combo treatment is $395 per session. This treatment allows for precision in targeting fine lines and wrinkles.
What should I expected after microneedling?
Microneedling is a 100% natural process that leverages the body's own unique healing capacity. After treatment, some patients may feel as though they have a light to moderate sunburn. This reaction is completely normal and should subside within 24 hours.
I have tight muscles, can acupuncture help?
Yes, acupuncturists are trained in MA in orthopedic style needling which utilizes motor and trigger points of muscles. The Acupuncturist will stimulate the muscle and area of constriction. Tight muscles often have trigger points which the Acupuncturist can release. Trigger points are tight bands of muscle tissue also known as "knots". The acupuncture needles bring blood flow to the area which in return, oxygenates the muscle, releases toxins, and breaks up the tense tissue.
What is Cupping and Gwa Sha?
These are great techniques that bring blood flow to the surface of the skin. Tight muscles have decreased oxygen flow and thus toxins are able to build up. Gwa Sha stimulates the skin by using repetitive strokes with the edge of a a hard object causing blood to rush to the surface. This process breaks up any stagnant blood seen by the marks left behind. Cupping is also painless and feels like a strong massage as the muscles are gently pulled into cups and then released. Marks are also left as areas of tension or toxins get released.
For MORE information on how Acupuncture works, check out this video:
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