WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE?

Acupuncture is a technique used in Traditional Chinese Medicine that originated around 3000 years ago. TCM acupuncture (Traditional Chinese acupuncture) involves the use of very thin, sterilized, single use needles that are inserted in various areas of the body through the skin into the underlying tissues. The practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine and TCM Acupuncture is gaining acceptance and traction in North America. Research and teaching of the use of Chinese acupuncture and traditional Chinese herbs is growing within North American Colleges and Universities.

HOW DOES ACUPUNCTURE WORK?

According to Eastern thought, Chinese acupuncture stimulates the Qi (or energy) of the internal organs to work better. From a Western or biochemical perspective, we are still trying to fully understand how acupuncture works. We know that acupuncture can affect all of the organ systems of the body including cardiovascular, endocrine, immune, gastrointestinal and genitourinary, and we have numerous studies that show that acupuncture is beneficial, but we are still unravelling the “how”. The current theories stem from the acupuncture needles stimulating neural pathways and local circulation, triggering body wide responses.

WHAT IS ELECTROACUPUNCTURE?

In the realm of healthcare, acupuncture with electric stimulation bridges the gap between traditional medicine and modern science, offering valuable therapeutic benefits. Needles are still used, then a small electrode is attached to them. A gentle amount of electricity runs through and gives slight stimulation to the acupuncture point. This helps to restore the smooth flow of Qi, the life force. Our Registered Acupuncturists often incorporate this technique into their treatments to enhance the outcomes.