What is Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine?
The theory and practice of acupuncture is based on Asian medicine (also known as traditional Chinese- or Oriental medicine), a comprehensive natural health care system that has been used in Asian countries for thousands of years to preserve health and diagnose, treat, and prevent illness.
Acupuncture treats health conditions by stimulating “acu-points” found at specific locations on the surface of the body. Acupuncturists stimulate the acu-points by inserting very thin needles through the skin to produce physiological effects. Other methods are also used to stimulate acu-points, such as heat or finger pressure.
The general theory of acupuncture is that proper physiological function and health depend on the circulation of nutrients, substances and energy called Qi (pronounced “Chee”) through a network of “channels” or “meridians.” This network connects every organ and part of the body, providing balance, regulation, and coordination of physiological processes.
Pain and ill health result when the flow of Qi through the body is disrupted or blocked. This can be caused by many things, including disease, pathogens, trauma/injuries, and medication (side effects), as well as lifestyle factors such as overwork, poor diet, emotions, lack of rest, and stress.
Stimulation of the appropriate acu-points through acupuncture treatments helps to restore sufficient, continuous, and even flow of Qi and other nutrients throughout the body, restoring health and balance to the body while relieving pain and other symptoms.
The acupuncturist uses a sophisticated and complex system of diagnostic methods that take into consideration the person as a whole, discerning the body’s pattern of disharmony rather than isolated symptoms. The aim is not only to eliminate or alleviate symptoms, but more importantly to treat the underlying cause, increase the ability to function, and improve the quality of like.
Acupuncture and Asian medicine is one of the newest primary health care professions in California. The potential benefits of acupuncture are widely recognized, and it is steadily being integrated with mainstream health care. More than 15 million Americans have tried acupuncture and Asian medicine since it was introduced in the United States in the 1970’s. The risk of side effects from acupuncture is low and the potential benefits are high.
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Dear Reader,
I just wanted to tell you that the Cushman Wellness center is amazing. I am a RN at SMV and come for Acupuncture with Izelle regularly. I have also done massage which is great to have there also. It is convenient as a staff member to come to the center for treatments. The acupuncture treatments with Izelle have done tremendous relief of my back and neck discomfort resulting from nursing duties and life. I have essentially no pain or discomfort as long as I come for treatments regularly. I am so thankful for the Wellness Center. Izelle does an incredible job with her acupuncture skills. She is an outstanding Professional.!! Thank you to Sharp for doing a great job keeping the center open for us.
Sincerely,
Petra
I just wanted to tell you that the Cushman Wellness center is amazing. I am a RN at SMV and come for Acupuncture with Izelle regularly. I have also done massage which is great to have there also. It is convenient as a staff member to come to the center for treatments. The acupuncture treatments with Izelle have done tremendous relief of my back and neck discomfort resulting from nursing duties and life. I have essentially no pain or discomfort as long as I come for treatments regularly. I am so thankful for the Wellness Center. Izelle does an incredible job with her acupuncture skills. She is an outstanding Professional.!! Thank you to Sharp for doing a great job keeping the center open for us.
Sincerely,
Petra
