Acupuncture is just one part of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Chinese Medicine has a rich 3000 year
history. Despite its ancient origin, the medicine is still applicable to today's health concerns. The World
Health Organization recognizes Acupuncture as an effective treatment for over forty different diseases and disorders.
Chinese Medicine states that a network of vital life force energy or Qi circulates through meridians
in the body. When qi becomes deficient, excess, or stagnant, illness results. Acupuncture uses the insertion of
fine, disposable needles into specific points on the body in order to adjust the flow of Qi, or energy. Once the Qi
is flowing smoothly, dramatic changes in health can be observed.
Each patient is evaluated for their individual Qi characterisitics to determine their customized treatment
plan. At Red Phoenix Acupuncture, there are two styles of acupuncture used in treatments: Chinese and Japanese.
CHINESE: This style works well for acute disorders,
pain, and
internal disorders. Chinese style acupuncture typically
uses more
needles with stronger stimulation.
JAPANESE: This style works well for children,
needle sensitive patients,
and patients with emotonal disorders. Japanese
style acupuncture uses
smaller needles, shallow insertion, and less stimulation.
Acupuncture is a safe, effective form of treatment for many disorders and diseases. Everyone from
babies to senior citizens, including pregnant women can benefit from acupuncture treatments. Acupuncture also works
well with other healing modalities, such as Western medicine, chiropractic, homeopathy, and massage.
