Acupuncture can help you relax?

I think I was asleep in this one.  Check out the needles on my arms!

Today I treated myself to an acupuncture treatment.  For those who are not aware, acupuncture comes from Chinese medicine and involves using very thin needles inserted at specific points to treat a variety of complaints and adjust the body's energy flow.

Some of you may think to yourself "needles do not help me relax!".  Well the needles used in acupuncture are about the size and width of a human hair.  Usually only a lite tap is felt when the needle is inserted and any discomfort associated with the initial insertion is gone in an instant. So, the treatment is usually not painful at all.

Sage, the acupuncturist at my clinic, treats many illnesses and other complaints so I had no idea what to expect out of a treatment today.  She told me today's treatment is one best used on a first treatment because it involves points relating back to all the major organ systems in the body.  Luckily, this treatment and most of her other treatments are accomplished with points located from the neck up, the elbow down and the knee down so the treatment takes place in the comfort of a recliner. Plus, having some relaxing music and low lighting....I was in HEAVEN!!  With this treatment being done in a recliner and without the need to remove clothing, I was able to bring someone with me and the two of us received a treatment at the same time!

As a doctor and a patient, whenever a treatment can also be a treat, I highly recommend its utilization.  If you are thinking about getting help with anything from addictions, allergies, infertility, pain relief or just realigning your overall energy - give acupuncture a chance. Sage's Website.  If you have any questions or concerns contact us - then give acupuncture a try.

My feet getting acupuncture treatment.  Wow, I need some sun!