What

Acupuncture is a technique of inserting metal fine filiform needles into the specific Acupuncture points (Acupoints) on the body and manipulating it with the aim of smoothing the flow of Qi and blood, and balancing the Yin and Yang for therapeutic purposes.

Acupuncture is one of the keystones of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that is a total different medical health care system originating in ancient China at least 3000 years ago. It is one of the oldest, most commonly used medical treatments in the world Now. It is low-cost, non-invasive and has very little adverse side effects and has been used with great success for more than 3,000 years. Today, many patients and doctors consider acupuncture a mainstream integrative treatment. In California, insurance pays acupuncturists the same as MDs/DOs.

According to the concept of TCM theory, the body's vital energy (Qi and blood, circulating through a network of channels (known as meridians) and provide the Zhang organs and Fu organs and tissues and sensory organs nutrition and energy in order to make their function normally perform.

Health is the harmonious, uninterrupted flow of Qi and blood, and disease occurs when there is stasis of Qi and blood.

Factors that can affect Qi and blood flow include Seven Emotional Factors (such as anger, stress, fear, shock, excitement, pensiveness, grief, sadness, melancholy, worry, anxiety), Six Excesses (also known as six factors of the Natural Environment (such as wind, cold, dampness, summer-heat, dry and fire), poor nutrition, hereililan factors, trauma and age, etc.

stimulating acupoints can smooth the flow of Qi and blood and correct imbalances of Yin and Yang.

Modern studies have revealed that Acupuncture can let our body to release endogenous chemicals (they just works like medicine. such as Amino acids: glutamate, aspartate, D-serine, γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA), glycine Monoamines and other biogenic amines: dopamine (DA), norepinephrine (noradrenaline; NE, NA), epinephrine (adrenaline), histamine, serotonin (SE, 5-HT) Trace amines: phenethylamine, N-methylphenethylamine, tyramine, 3-iodothyronamine, Octopamine, tryptamine, N,N-Dimethyltryptamine Peptides: somatostatin, substance P, cocaine and amphetamine regulated transcript, opioid peptides (β-endorphin, dynorphin, Enkephalins) Others: acetylcholine (ACh), adenosine, anandamide, nitric oxide, etc) to regulate our self-healing system.

Since these "endogenous medicine" are created and release from our body, therefore they are all nature, without any side effective.

The Chinese Acupuncture is believed that energy or Qi flows through channels (meridians) in the body. It is also believed that certain medical conditions result from the blockage or imbalance of the normal energy flows.

By inserting needles into “Qi-points” along the meridians, acupuncturists adjust the flow of energy, remove blockages, and create a balance in the body. Recently scientists confirm that when needles are inserted into Qi-points, this stimulates the body's nervous system to release certain chemicals in the muscles, spinal cord, and brain.

These chemicals may release other chemicals (like medicine) and hormones which help to balance the body. It is assumed that our body can make all the “medicine” we need to improve the pain and other symptoms if we stimulate the right points of our wonderful body.

The best expected feeling is“xun jing gan chuan”, the evoked “de qi”sensations radiate from the stimulated acupuncture point along the route of the maridian, especially when the sensations is moving toward the problem spot.

The necessity of Qi sensation or de during acupuncture therapy has been supported by millennia of clinical practice. Additionally, Qi sensation is not only necessary for accurate acupuncture point-finding (the communication between patient and acupuncturist that establish immediate confirmation of point-finding), but also for successful point stimulation and optimal acupuncture effectiveness. Generally, if you feel nothing, the effect is much lower than above sensations.

Chinese Medicine also known as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which is a total different medical health care system originating in ancient China at least 2200 years ago.

Chinese Medicine; simplified Chinese: 中医; traditional Chinese: 中醫; pinyin: zhōng yī; literally: "中" means middle or center. It’s really meaning is making the index needle of the balance of Yin and Yang at the middle position, to correct the imbalanced Yin and Yang to balance. Therefore the correct translation should be “Chinese balance Medicine”. The second meaning is Chinese Medicine.

Chinese Medicine is a broad range of medical health system that practices sharing common concepts which have been developed in China for more than 2,000 years, including various forms of herbal medicine, acupuncture, moxibustion, massage (Tui na), body health exercise (Wu Qin Xi, Tai Ji Quan, Ba Duan Jin, Yi Jin JIng), mind exercise (qigong), dietary therapy, Feng Sui, etc.

The traditional Chinese Acupuncture treatment is Powerful with No Side Effects.

Acupuncture can regulate the body's “self-healing system” through the meridians system by stimulate the Acu-points on the external part of the body (skin, sub-skin tissue and muscle).

The external part of the body connect to the internal organs through the meridians system, therefore stimulate certain Acupoints can regulate the associated internal organs.

Since this treatment is basis on our body's “self-healing system”, therefore no side-effect is accompanied with its effect. Furthermore, it could be as powerful as chemical drugs and even better in some disease or symptoms. That is why Acupuncture is one of the safest, most reliable and popular therapies.

Chinese anesthesiologists use acupuncture anesthesia in surgeries for patients who are allergic to the chemical drugs.

The further researches have found that under acupuncture, the body's central nerve system can produce more naturally occurred endorphin, which is many times powerful than the chemical morphine.

No wander White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy on December 4th and 5th, 2000 point out that the physiology of Oriental medicine is essentially the same as that of Western medicine except for some subtle differences in how it is viewed.

• Various Pain : migraine, neuralgia, neck and shoulder pain, tennis elbow, tendonitis, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel, low back pain, arthritis, sciatica, sports/auto injuries;

•Gastrointestinal disorders: acid reflux, heartburn, nausea, peptic ulcer, chronic stomach pain, gastritis, chronic diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, indigestion, anorexia, gastrointestinal weakness;

•Urogenital disorders: incontinence, urinary tract infections, sexual dysfunction , low sperm count, low motility;

•Gynecological disorders: irregular, heavy, or painful menstruation, infertility, miscarriage, high FSH , dysmenorrhea, night sweats, postpartum depression, morning sickness and premenstrual syndrome (PMS);

•Respiratory disorders: colds, cough, sinusitis, asthma, allergies and bronchitis;

•Circulatory disorders: hypertension, angina, arteriosclerosis;

•Cancer: Side effects of Chemo/Radio therapy, immunodeficiency, post-surgery care

•Skin Diseases: eczema, acne.

•Emotional and psychological disorders: Stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia;

•Addictions: alcohol, nicotine and drugs;

and much much more......

The Acupuncture is recognized by the National institute of Health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to be effective at treating:

The World Health Organization (WHO) of the United Nation Recognize following

43 conditions which acupuncture has been proven effective:

• infections: colds, bronchitis, etc

• dermatological: eczema, acne, herpes

• mental and emotional anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia

• internal conditions hypoglycemia, asthma, high blood pressure, ulcers, indigestion, hemorrhoids, diarrhea, constipation, diabetes

• genito-urinary & reproduction impotence, infertility, pre-menstrual syndrome, pelvic inflammatory disease, vaginitis, irregular periods of cramps, morning sickness, menopause symptoms, urinary tract infections, and ovarian cysts

• eyes, ears, nose & throat hearing loss, ringing in the ear, earache, poor eyesight, dizziness, sinus infection, sinusitis, rhinitis, eye pain, sore throat, hay fever, toothache, and nosebleed

• musculo-skeletal & neurologic arthritis, neuralgia, sciatica, back pain, bursitis, tendonitis, stiff back, Bell's palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, headache, stroke, cerebral palsy, polio, sprains, muscle cramps, foot problems, carpel tunnel syndrome, TMJ, and whiplash

National Institute of Health (NIH) report there is sufficient evidence of acupuncture's value in treating a wide variety of disorders, such as:

• postoperative and chemotherapy nausea and vomiting

• postoperative dental pain

• alcohol and drug addiction

• stroke rehabilitation

• headache

• menstrual cramps

• tennis elbow

• fibromyalgia

• myofascial pain

• osteoarthritis

• low back pain

• carpal tunnel syndrome

• asthma

Acupuncture also shows effect at:

Reproduction problem, depression, chronic headache, particularly migraine, pain relief for osteoarthritis of the knee, alcohol and smoke addiction, Obeses (appetite and weight control), pain management; stress reduction; enhancing immunity and energy; slowing-down the aging; relief of weakness, stiffness, pain, and fatigue from chronic illnesses such as arthritis, migraine, fibromyalgia, allergies, asthma, even AIDS or cancer, and more.

Since the modern mainstream medicine has only 200 years history, obviously 200 years ago all the health problems and the treatment of diseases are rely on traditional medicine.

The Common Women's Conditions could be effectively Treated by Acupuncture.

menstruation related conditions PMS, dysmenorrhea, endometriosis, fibroids and cysts pregnancy related conditions infertility morning sickness fatigue back and joint pain breech presentation overdue delivery postpartum exhaustion/depression, postpartum overweight

Instead of using needle, Acupressure use finger (such as thumb), palm, elbow, etc to stimulate the acupuncture points and meridian to treat various diseases. It is a traditional therapeutic massage.

It is based on traditional meridian concepts, the body's vital energy (Qi and blood, circulating through a network of channels (known as meridians) and provide the Zhang organs and Fu organs and tissues and sensory organs nutrition and energy in order to make their function normally perform.

Health is the harmonious, uninterrupted flow of Qi and blood, and disease occurs when there is stasis of Qi and blood.. Acupressure does not just simply work on the muscles, bones, and joints, but a person’s mind and spirit. It works with the energy of the body at a deeper level.

As the practitioner senses the patient's body with his/her hands, the therapist is able to assess the distribution of energy and affect its flow, and helps one achieve optimal health level.

The benefits of the Acupressure include relief of aches and pains, decreased stress levels, and increased relaxation leading to better sleep. Most clients report a marked decrease in symptoms, improved emotional balance, and better overall health, with regular treatment.

Cupping refers to an ancient Chinese practice in which the cupis applied to the skin and the localized suction in the cup is reduced (by using heat or by suctioning out air), so that the skin and superficial muscle layer is gently drawn into and held in the cup for 5-15 min. .

In the gliding cupping, the cup may be moved while the suction of skin is active, causing a regional pulling of the skin and muscle. Cups may produce red / purple color on the cupping area that may remain for 1-5 days.

Cupping is applied to certain acupuncture points, as well as to regions of the body that are affected by pain. In some cases, a small amount of blood letting is done first by using a pricking needle (three-edged needle, acupuncture needle or plum blossom needle) and then the cup is applied over the site. It can promote blood circulation, remove stasis, and alleviate swelling and pain.

Gua Sha is a healing technique used in Asia by practitioners of traditional medicine.

Gua means to scrap, rub or friction.

Sha is the term used to describe congestion of blood at the surface of the body.

It involves palpation and cutaneous stimulation where the skin is pressured, in a stroking manner using round-edged instruments.

When friction is applied in repeated even strokes, the sha surfaces as small red petechiae. In minutes the petechiae fade into echymotic patches. The color and rate of fading are both diagnostic and prognostic indicators.

The purpose of raising ''Sha'' is to remove stagnation and promoting circulation. These sha often results in slight bruising at the treated area. The bruising, which is not painful, usually resolves in 3-5 days.

The benefits of Gua Sha are numerous. It moves "stagnation", promoting normal circulation to the muscles, tissues, and organs directly beneath the surface treated.The patient experiences immediate changes in stiffness, pain and mobility. Normal metabolic processes are restored by the movement of fluids as nutrients are carried to the tissues and metabolic wastes are carried away.

Because Gua Sha mimics sweating, it resolves fever. Therefore It is employed especially when there is a toxic heat syndrome and for a variety of acute ailments.

The key to get acupuncture’s effect is not the insertion of each acupuncture needle, but its manipulation.

The second best is “de qi”, such as a dull ache, light pressure, soreness, heaviness, fullness, distension, tingling, pulsing, warm, cool, radiating feeling, after needle is inserted. When de qi, Acupuncturist will feel "needle grasp" that is often described as feeling like a fish tugging on a line. Since we provide the traditional acupuncture techniques, you can get one of the best acupuncture effective in NYC.

The key to get acupuncture’s effect is not the insertion of each acupuncture needle, but its manipulation.

The second best is “de qi”, such as a dull ache, light pressure, soreness, heaviness, fullness, distension, tingling, pulsing, warm, cool, radiating feeling, after needle is inserted. When de qi, Acupuncturist will feel "needle grasp" that is often described as feeling like a fish tugging on a line. Since we provide the traditional acupuncture techniques, you can get one of the best acupuncture effective in NYC.

From 1970s, acupuncture has grown rapidly in the United States. The report from a Consensus Development Conference on Acupuncture held at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in1997 stated that acupuncture is being "widely" practiced by thousands of physicians, dentists, acupuncturists, and other practitioners for relief or prevention of pain and for various other health conditions.

According to the 2002 National Health Interview Survey an estimated 8.2 million U.S. adults had ever used acupuncture, and an estimated 2.1 million U.S. adults had used acupuncture in the previous year.

A 2002 survey by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) found that approximately one in ten adults had received acupuncture at least one time and 60% said they would readily consider acupuncture as a potential treatment option. Nearly half (48%) of the individuals surveyed who had received acupuncture reported that they were extremely satisfied or very satisfied with their treatment.

In addition, one in five (21%) of the total NCCAOM survey respondents reported that they had utilized some other form of Oriental medicine besides acupuncture, such as herbs or body work (e.g., traditional massage). Acupuncture NYC

The Chinese Acupuncture is believed that energy or Qi flows through channels (meridians) in the body. It is also believed that certain medical conditions result from the blockage or imbalance of the normal energy flows.

By inserting needles into “Qi-points” along the meridians, acupuncturists adjust the flow of energy, remove blockages, and create a balance in the body. Recently scientists confirm that when needles are inserted into Qi-points, this stimulates the body's nervous system to release certain chemicals in the muscles, spinal cord, and brain.

These chemicals may release other chemicals (like medicine) and hormones which help to balance the body. It is assumed that our body can make all the “medicine” we need to improve the pain and other symptoms if we stimulate the right points of our wonderful body.

The best expected feeling is“xun jing gan chuan”, the evoked “de qi”sensations radiate from the stimulated acupuncture point along the route of the maridian, especially when the sensations is moving toward the problem spot.

The necessity of Qi sensation or de during acupuncture therapy has been supported by millennia of clinical practice. Additionally, Qi sensation is not only necessary for accurate acupuncture point-finding (the communication between patient and acupuncturist that establish immediate confirmation of point-finding), but also for successful point stimulation and optimal acupuncture effectiveness. Generally, if you feel nothing, the effect is much lower than above sensations.

From 1970s, acupuncture has grown rapidly in the United States. The report from a Consensus Development Conference on Acupuncture held at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in1997 stated that acupuncture is being "widely" practiced by thousands of physicians, dentists, acupuncturists, and other practitioners for relief or prevention of pain and for various other health conditions.

According to the 2002 National Health Interview Survey an estimated 8.2 million U.S. adults had ever used acupuncture, and an estimated 2.1 million U.S. adults had used acupuncture in the previous year.

A 2002 survey by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) found that approximately one in ten adults had received acupuncture at least one time and 60% said they would readily consider acupuncture as a potential treatment option. Nearly half (48%) of the individuals surveyed who had received acupuncture reported that they were extremely satisfied or very satisfied with their treatment.

In addition, one in five (21%) of the total NCCAOM survey respondents reported that they had utilized some other form of Oriental medicine besides acupuncture, such as herbs or body work (e.g., traditional massage).