Acupuncture is the most well known modality in the ancient tradition of Chinese medicine. Having been used all over the eastern part of the world in one form or another for thousands of years, Chinese medicine has been the primary form of health care for roughly a fifth of the world's population for much of human history.
The body orchestrates its many functions using a network of information pathways called meridians that connect all organs, muscles and cells of the body. Acupuncturists use fine needles to redirect flow within these meridians with a focus on correcting underlying imbalance thus supporting a natural state of health.
Acupuncture is useful in the treatment of pain partly due to powerful endorphins (natural painkillers secreted by the body) that are released, relaxing muscle spasms and soothing inflammation.
Acupuncture has also showed much success in the treatment of anxiety and stress conditions such as panic attacks, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome, and lowered immune function. Acupuncture regulates the sympathetic nervous system allowing the release of neurotransmitters and hormones that produce a profound sense of calm and contentment that continues beyond the treatment room.
