Acupuncture

Question 1

How acupuncture is viewed

Answer 1

Acupuncture is viewed as a complete system for health; the individual is treated holistically, not with a focus on a specific disease or health problem

Question 2

Originated?

Answer 2

Originated in China more than 5000 years ago

Question 3

What is it?

Answer 3

Involves the insertion of very thin needles into specific points in the body (acupoints) to influence the flow of “Chi” or “Qi” through the meridians and improve health or restore health

Question 4

Practiced with?

Answer 4

Acupuncture is most often practiced in conjunction with the philosophies of Traditional Chinese Medicine, including the 5 Element Theory and concepts of yin/yang
Often incorporates the use of Chinese herbs

Question 5

Acupuncture Meridians:

Answer 5

12-14 channels where Chi is said to flow; most correspond to a particular set of organs
Acupoints are stimulated to balance Chi and to unblock its flow

Question 6

Auricular Acupuncture

Answer 6

Insert several needles in the ear which may be left in for hours, days/weeks; has shown success with treating addictions and allergies

Question 7

Cupping

Answer 7

Involves heating a “cup-like” vessel and placing it (inverted) on an acupuncture point to stimulate the flow of qi

Question 8

Moxibustion

Answer 8

Burning a stick of the herb, moxa (Mugwort) over the acupoints to stimulate Chi

Question 9

Electro acupuncture

Answer 9

Passing a weak electric current through the needle

Question 10

Reflexology

Answer 10

Use finger pressure, focusing on the acupuncture points on the feet and hands

Question 11

Acupressure

Answer 11

Uses finger pressure on the acupoints instead of needles

Question 12

Laser Acupuncture

Answer 12

Use laser to stimulate the acupuncture points