Acupuncture

Acupuncture combine the best of TCM concepts and Western clinical health  practices. We perform clinical diagnosis and design comprehensive weight management interventions. When combined with Physical therapy , Acupunctre can play a vital role in your recovery. We apply a variety of treatments such as Myofascial Release, Deep tissue massage, Trigger point therapy, Biofeedback, TCM Acupressure, Tuina to help you relief pain or reduce the symptoms of  common pain conditions and Weight loss or Weight management. Our Physician work with you to effect the therapeutic process.

How is the diagnosis in TCM Acupuncture done ?

Acupuncture Weight loss session start by doing clinical diagnosis. The process may include inspection of certain areas such as the eye, auricles ,tongue, face, medical palmistry, pulse assessment, feet examination, listening and history taking etc to establish baseline according to syndrome differentiation according to the eight principles of external, internal, cold, heat, full, empty, yin, yang along with Channels and Collateral, Zang Fu organs, Sanjiao, Qi and Blood, Wei, Qi, Ying and Xue.

Comprehensive Assessment 

In addition to TCM diagnosis, we may use several methods to measure  body composition;Bio electrical Impedance Method and Anthropometric methods as well as assessing caloric intake and expenditure. Assessment may include behavioral, biological factors, environmental factors and timing factors.

How are Acupuncture Points Selected?

After the diagnosis, our Acupuncture will do proper selection and combination of points to implement the treatment to enhance the possibility of therapeutic effectiveness. In essence, we prescribe the number of points according to your condition. Master points and secondary points are combined for better results. Our weight management Acupuncture can explain to you further.

How many Acupuncture sessions are needed? 

By good diagnosis and selection of acupuncture points. For instance, acupoints on both ears and stomach. Some clients may experience a reduction in pain and state of calmness and relaxation. The number of sessions vary according to your needs or conditions. Each person responds to acupuncture differently.

What is the Frequency of Acupuncture sessions?

It depends on your health status and your response to acupuncture. Research shows that 3 times weekly produced analgestic effects. The frequency may be adjusted once your condition improves.

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References

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