Skip to content

Tag Archives: needles

Shallow vs. Deep Acupuncture Needling

By admin | Published March 10, 2025

Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years, originating in ancient China as a method to restore the body’s balance and promote healing. While the fundamental premise — stimulating specific points on the body to affect energy flow or “qi”— remains consistent, practitioners have developed varying techniques, including shallow and deep needling. Each method has its own strengths, applications, Continue reading

Posted in Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine | Also tagged , Comments Off on Shallow vs. Deep Acupuncture Needling

A Helpful Primer on Acupuncture Needles

By admin | Published August 19, 2024

Just how many types are there and what do they all do?

If you’ve ever thought about trying acupuncture, you might find yourself with an equal mix of curiosity and trepidation. What is this “ancient medicine?” How does it work? And what about all the different kinds of needles? Do they hurt? Let’s take some of the guesswork and trepidation Continue reading

Posted in Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine | Also tagged , , Comments Off on A Helpful Primer on Acupuncture Needles

Why You Should Get Regular Acupuncture Treatments

By admin | Published May 21, 2018

Everybody knows you should see your family physician at least once a year and your dentist at least twice a year. But not everybody knows about acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine and the many benefits it can provide for you. If you start incorporating acupuncture into your health and wellness regime, you may not have to rely on the family Continue reading

Posted in Acupuncture | Also tagged Comments Off on Why You Should Get Regular Acupuncture Treatments

Acupuncture: Not Just Needles

By admin | Published May 15, 2017

Most people have heard of the field of acupuncture by now, but did you realize the scope of the practice encompasses Chinese medicine, which includes so much more than needles? Let’s explore this ancient therapy.

First of all, the practice of Chinese medicine starts with a diagnosis. The practitioner asks many questions to build a history; this includes Continue reading

Posted in Acupressure, Nutrition | Also tagged , , , Comments Off on Acupuncture: Not Just Needles
360-466-1800