Safe, Therapeutic Acupuncture in Vancouver

Since every body is different, different people experience different sensations. Most people feel very slight pressure when a needle is first inserted. Others barely feel anything at all – to them, the pressure of the acupuncturists fingers are stronger than when the needle pierces the skin! Some feel no pain at all. Depending on the points worked on, a patient may feel a little soreness, heaviness, tingling, or numbness.

This is good! Soreness, heaviness, and tingling are signs that “Qi” has been accessed and is working in the body. Many patients routinely comment on how comfortable they felt during a treatment, as well as how they felt a tremendous sense of relaxation and relief.

The moxibustion method in traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture therapy involves the use of flammable moxibustion materials to stimulate acupuncture points on body surface. This helps support the physiological and biochemical functions of the body, and counters disease and degeneration.

The use of moxibustion originated thousands of years ago during the stone age. Moxibustion developed in ancient China alongside acupuncture, because its mechanism is similar to acupuncture treatment, and it also has a strong therapeutic effect.

With the development of modern society, moxibustion in Chinese medicine has become more and more popular. Today, moxibustion treatment mainly involves warming and dispelling cold on various parts of the body, which helps improve the body’s blood circulation, enhance the immune system, stimulate detoxification, and prevent disease.

Acupuncture has been used to prevent, heal, and alleviate thousands of conditions, including:

• Joint pain caused by inflammation.

• Nausea and similar symptoms resulting from morning sickness.

• Post-operative pain.

• Allergy relief.

• GI disorders.

• Insomnia.

• Addiction related issues.

• Depression.

• Mental fatigue, anxiety and stress.

• Eczema and other skin conditions.

• Infertility.

• Respiratory disorders.

• Chronic Pain.

• Sciatica.

• Lower Back Pain.

• Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Pain.

• Knee and Hip Pain.

• Nerve disorders such as shingles.

• Headache and migraine pain.

Absolutely. Acupuncture is known to be a very safe form of treatment for many illnesses and rarely causes any serious side effects.

There are a few side effects that, although are normal for patients undergoing treatment, can sometimes cause concern. These include slight irritations at the site of insertion and an increase in symptoms 24-48 hours after treatment. Even though these symptoms can be alarming, they are usually only indications that the Acupuncture is working. In order to maximize your comfort and relaxation during our treatment, feel free to consult our acupuncturists with any questions or concerns.