Acupuncture, the Natural Cold and Flu Remedy

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Acupuncture, the Natural Cold and Flu Remedy
By: Diane Joswick, L.Ac.

While the misery of cold and flu season might be inevitable, one thing is changing: where we look for relief.

Acupuncture to Get Better Faster - If you have already come down with a cold or the flu, acupuncture treatments can help relieve symptoms you are currently experiencing including chills, fever, body aches, runny nose, congestion, sore throat and cough. While bringing some immediate relief, treatments will reduce the incidence of an upper respiratory tract infection and shorten the length of the illness. 

Acupuncture for Prevention - Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can prevent colds and flu by strengthening the immune system with just a few needles inserted into key points along the body's energy pathways. In Oriental Medicine, disease prevention begins with a protective layer around the exterior of the body called wei qi or defensive energy. There are acupuncture points known for strengthening the circulation of blood and energy and for consolidating the outer defense layers of the skin and muscle (Wei Qi) so that germs and viruses cannot enter through them. If you catch colds easily, have low energy and require a long time recuperating from an illness your wei qi may be deficient. 

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FAQ..s..

Do the needle hurts?

Acupuncture needles are very thin and are not painful like hypodermic needle. There can be a sensation of warmth or heaviness at the insertion point but most people find that there is no discomfort. The needles are retained for 15-20 minutes while you relax.


What are some other treatments besides needle insertion?

Cupping(using cups)
Gua-Sha(Scraping than gentle massage)
Moxibustion(=Moxa ; burning herbs)
Laser Acupuncture
Seed Acupuncture
Magnet therapy
Taping therapy


How does Acupuncture work?

The life energy flowing through the body which is termed Qi can be influenced.
It's balanced by stimulating specific Acupoints on the body. These points are located along Channels of energy known as Meridian. Meridians that connect all of our major organs.


How many treatments will I need?

The number of treatments needed varies from person to person.
Important factors include the duration and severity of your health condition as well as consistency of treatment. 2-3 treatments may be sufficient to treat an acute condition and 6-12 treatments may be needed to resolve a more chronic condition.


Are the Herbal treatments necessary?

Each herbal formula is made to treat your specific constitution and condition.
If you need it would be suggested by me.


Do you accept insurance?

Yes, Most major insurance company but policy is varies.
Please contact your insurance company and ask about Acupuncture treatment.

looking Herbs for Back pain?

If you are looking herbs for your back pain: sprain, strain or injury, I would offer herbs to relieve blood stasis, detox, circulation and facilitate the natural recovery process. In this way the area of acute/chronic injury can receive the nutrients it needs to heal more rapidly. The goal of Eastern medicine is to regain balance in all way mind and body.

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Eastern Explanation:

The Eastern Explanation for how Acupunctures works is that the life energy flowing through the body which is termed Qi (pronounced chee) can be influenced and balanced by stimulating specific points on the body. These points are located along channels of energy known as meridians that connect all of our major organs. According to Eastern medical theory, illness arises when the cyclical flow of Qi in the meridians becomes unbalanced or is blocked.


Western Explanation:

Acupuncture is the stimulation of specific points located near or on the surface of the skin which have the ability to alter various biochemical and physiological conditions in order to achieve the desired effect.

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