Post-Treatment Reactions to Acupuncture

After an acupuncture treatment, most people feel relaxed. The stress of the day has melted away and a pleasant calmness has taken its place. In the days that follow, sleep, digestion, and energy are improved, and pain and stress are reduced. Quite often, however,...

Does Acupuncture Hurt?

“Do the needles hurt?” is one of the most common questions first time patients ask me before an acupuncture treatment. My response is not a simple “yes” or “no”, but rather an explanation of the different sensations someone can experience during an acupuncture...

Can Acupuncture Help Detoxification?

When people start a detoxification plan, they often think about boxed cleanses and cleaning up their diet for a week or two. Acupuncture is not often associated with the detoxification process, though it can be an extremely helpful addition to whatever cleansing...

Acupuncture and the Immune System

When most people think about the benefits of an acupuncture treatment, they think about pain relief. Acupuncture is an amazing pain relieving tool, but it is just one component of Chinese medicine, which is a comprehensive healthcare system. Acupuncture, herbs, qi...