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The effectiveness of acupuncture is based in the fact we treat the body as a whole system.
Every piece of the puzzle needs to be working together to have optimal health. Acupuncturists do not believe in a Band-Aid solution - the idea is to find the root problem and start healing from there. Often times you will fill out a specific intake form, this is so your practitioner can pinpoint the imbalances and find any lifestyle habits that may need to be adjusted. Lifestyle habits go hand-in-hand with treatment, this is because your Qi is mostly comprised of the air you breathe and the food you eat. If you are not getting adequate nutrition or exercise, or have many stressors, this will stop the flowing energy and cause stagnation, which can lead to certain health issues.
A common misconception is that acupuncture can hurt, but it should not be painful. “Du qi” is the sensation felt when they are inserted into the muscle, which can come in the form of a tingle, pinch or dull ache - it should always subside. During a treatment, we want you to be as relaxed as possible. By relaxing, sleeping, or focusing on proper breathing techniques you will automatically be giving your body the conditions it needs to heal itself.
Your practitioner may choose to use another modality to assist with treatment. It could be usingelectro-acupuncture, gua sha (skin scraping), moxibustion or another method of healing.Using acupuncture in conjunction with other practitioners such as chiropractic, physiotherapy or massage therapy is also important to ensure you are getting the best care possible. Remember, there are no Band-Aid solutions. Getting to the core of your problem is our goal so you can enjoy living symptom free.
To book an appointment for an initial assessment with Amanda Conrad, R. Acu or to book one of our other clinicians call Choice Health Centre at (902) 404-3668 or book online.