Acupuncture
ACUPUNCTURE: A method of treatment whereas extremely fine, hair-thin flexible needles are placed at specific points on the energetic pathways, known as meridians. When the needles are inserted you may experience a sensation of tingling or warmth. People are surprised to find that treatments are actually quite relaxing.

ELECTRO-ACUPUNCTURE: A method of treatment where after a needle has been inserted at a point and the Qi sensation obtained, an electric current is passed through the needle both to strengthen and alter the nature of stimulation. Electro-Acupuncture has certain advantages over ordinary acupuncture. First, it can substitute for the time-consuming hand manipulation, thereby freeing the doctor to treat other patients. Second, the amount of stimulation can be more objectively measured and regulated by adjusting the current, amplitude and frequency. Third, it can, if desired, produce a higher and more continuous level of stimulation than manual manipulation (an important factor in acupuncture anesthesia). Finally, it is possible to apply the current through an electrode on the skin surface without the aid of a needle inserted subcutaneously. I.E: it can supplement or, to some degree, substitute for needle puncture.
AURICULAR ACUPUNCTURE: The ear is considered a microcosm of the body. Different points on the ear relate to different body parts. By stimulating the point on the ear, the body part is affected. This is done using needles during a treatment, in addition to body points. It also can be used with `tacks' (smaller needles or pressure stimulants such as ball bearings or seeds) attached to the points and left in for a couple of days. The latter is done so the patient can keep stimulating the point as needed when not being treated by the doctor.
HAND ACUPUNCTURE: A Korean technique whereas the hand is considered a microcosm of the body. Different points on the hand relate to the meridians in the body. If a particular part of the body cannot be stimulated because of bruising or open wounds this technique along with ear acupuncture can be utilized to aid in healing. It can also be used in conjunction with regular Acupuncture treatments.
ION PUMPING CHORDS: Wires that allow a one way directional movement of Ions. This device was created to relieve excesses in certain areas of the body and transfer that excess to a more deficient area. After diagnosing which areas need to be treated through abdominal palpation, the doctor superficially needles points on the body, and connects the Ion chords to those points. An immediate response is noticeable through abdominal palpation showing relief of symptoms.
ACUPRESSURE: A method of treatment similar to Acupuncture, however, instead of inserting needles, only pressure is applied to the points using fingers, or tapered instruments.
MOXIBUSTION: A method of treatment whereby Artemisia is burned on or above the skin at acupuncture points. The heat warms the Qi and Blood in the channels and is therefore useful in the treatment of disease and maintenance of health. Sometimes Moxibustion is more effective then acupuncture, whereas at other times the two have a synergistic effect.
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