What does acupuncture feel like?
Aaron is dedicated to making acupuncture a comfortable and beneficial experience for all patients. Most of our patients find acupuncture to be very relaxing. Acupuncture needles are about as thin as a human hair, and feel completely different from the thicker, hollow needles on syringes doctors use to give shots or draw blood. Some patients notice a small pinch when an acupuncture needle is inserted, or a dull, heavy, or warm sensation for a while after insertion. These are quite common and disappear soon after the needles are inserted. If you do experience any discomfort let us know and we will adjust the treatment to a more comfortable.
Aaron is dedicated to making acupuncture a comfortable and beneficial experience for all patients. Most of our patients find acupuncture to be very relaxing. Acupuncture needles are about as thin as a human hair, and feel completely different from the thicker, hollow needles on syringes doctors use to give shots or draw blood. Some patients notice a small pinch when an acupuncture needle is inserted, or a dull, heavy, or warm sensation for a while after insertion. These are quite common and disappear soon after the needles are inserted. If you do experience any discomfort let us know and we will adjust the treatment to a more comfortable.
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is not only the oldest continuously practiced medicine in the world, but is also evidence based, time-tested, and supported by both ancient and modern sciences. The World Health Organization has endorsed acupuncture for the treatment of over 40 different health complications including: chronic pain, migraines, digestive disorders, arthritis, allergies, depression, the common cold, and stress.
Acupuncture is not only the oldest continuously practiced medicine in the world, but is also evidence based, time-tested, and supported by both ancient and modern sciences. The World Health Organization has endorsed acupuncture for the treatment of over 40 different health complications including: chronic pain, migraines, digestive disorders, arthritis, allergies, depression, the common cold, and stress.
How does acupuncture work?
Put simply, acupuncturists insert very thin, sterile needles into specific points on the body to stimulate and strengthen muscles and bolster the body’s innate healing capacities. Your body may respond by increasing blood circulation, releasing endorphins, and/or regulating your nervous system. All of these reactions help to create and maintain a state in which the body can function optimally and activate healing processes.
What is herbal medicine?Herbal medicine means using specific plants (or parts or extracts of plants) to treat or alleviate health issues. It is one of the most commonly used forms of natural medicine in the U.S., and modern clinical studies have confirmed the effectiveness of many herbal remedies.
Depending on the individual patient, Aaron may include herbal medicine as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. He often complements acupuncture treatments with a traditional Chinese herbal formula for faster results.
All these types of herbal medicines are simple, natural, and affordable ways for you as a patient to continue your care in between appointments.
Depending on the individual patient, Aaron may include herbal medicine as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. He often complements acupuncture treatments with a traditional Chinese herbal formula for faster results.
All these types of herbal medicines are simple, natural, and affordable ways for you as a patient to continue your care in between appointments.
What types of bodywork do you practice?At Cannon River Acupuncture Clinic, we offer cupping, Tui Na massage, Gua Sha, Ah Shi, and electro acupuncture bodywork services. These forms of bodywork typically loosen tight muscles or knots with carefully placed needles or cups, and increase blood flow to the body while reducing inflammation.
What is cupping?Cupping is an effective way to improve soft tissue in condition when tradition pressure like massage may be aggravating. The practice of cupping has been used for thousands of years and continues to be a common medical intervention in traditional Chinese medicine. Cupping involves creating a negative pressure inside the cup which lifts and separates the tissue underneath the cup. This releases and loosens up the interfaces between the soft-tissues such as skin, fascia, neural tissues, muscles, ligaments and tendons Sometime the cup is left still over a particularly tight muscle or moved around to further assist tissue stimulation.
What is Gua Sha?Gua Sha is an Asian healing art technique that involves stroking across the skin with a smooth edge. Traditionally, it would be the edge of a ceramic spoon; modern tools may look a bit different. Aaron may include Gua Sha in a treatment plan to reduce inflammation, restore your immune system, or reduce acute or chronic pain.
What is Ah Shi or Dry Needling?Ah shi means ‘the tender point’ in Chinese, and is also known under the name Dry Needling. This technique is used to release tight bands in the muscles that are associated with a trigger point, or hard “knots”. These knots can be very painful and can make it difficult to move and perform physical activities. Dry needling can help to reduce muscle tension, manage pain, and accelerate your return to regular activities.