Acupuncture...

Relieves symptoms and signs of many health problems.

Uncovers the underlying root cause of those symptoms.

The Goal of Acupuncture:

Activate the natural, self-healing abilities of the body.

Strengthen and support the body.

Prevent future illness and disease.

Acupuncture is:

Safe

Natural

Drug Free

Effective

• Inside the human body is an energy system (called Qi in Oriental medicine) that maintains health and balance.
• Qi is a combination of our food, air and inherited constitution.
• Qi provides the ability to accomplish everyday activities.
• Acupuncture helps balance the Qi in the body.

Qi is necessary for:

• Growth
• Development
• Movement
• Maintenance of body temperature
• Protection against illness and disease
• Overall regulation of the body

Our health is influenced by the

• Quality
• Quantity
• Balance

of Qi.

   Qi flows through 12 main meridians in the body:

• Lung
• Large Intestine
• Stomach
• Spleen
• Heart
• Small Intestine

• Urinary Bladder
• Kidney
• Pericardium
• San Jiao
• Gallbladder
• Liver

The flow of Qi is affected by:

• Stresses of daily life
• Pollution
• Trauma
• Accidents

• Poor Diet
• Strain
• Surgery
• Bad Habits

      Disruptions in the flow or quality of Qi can:

• Weaken the body
• Compromise the immune system
• Cause pain
• Make one susceptible to disease
• Affect one's mental stability.