Traditional Acupuncture

What is Traditional Acupuncture?

Traditional acupuncture is a holistic approach to health by inserting small, sterile needles into various points on the body to treat the root cause of the condition. This modality is virtually painless and many of our patients drift off to sleep during treatment.

How Does Acupuncture Work?

Acupuncture is one of the main components of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that is based on the concept of the balance and free flow of Qi throughout meridians of the body. When acupuncture needles are inserted into specific points on the body, we are able to redirect Qi and Blood to where it would be most beneficial based on patient presentation.

From a Western prospective, acupuncture needles create a small micro-trauma on the body, which elicits the body’s injury response. Here, the body is able to release endorphins which help relieve pain and also de-stress the body. Additionally, acupuncture can influence circulation and activate the parasympathetic nervous system, or “rest and digest”.

What is LED Light Therapy?

LED (light emitting diode) light therapy is the application of specific wavelengths of light over tissue for therapeutic results. The professional grade, FDA cleared device used in office, Celluma, is clinically proven to combat signs of aging, reduce acne, and lessen body pain. While this modality is used in every aesthetic treatment, it can be added to any traditional acupuncture appointment as desired for optimal results.