1. WHAT IS Traditional ACUPUNCTURE?

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Acupuncture is a component of traditional Chinese medicine that originated in China over 4,000 years ago. Acupuncture (from Lat. acus, "needle" (noun), and pungere, "prick" (verb)) or in Standard Mandarin, zhēn jiǔ (lit: needle - moxibustion) is a technique of inserting and manipulating filiform needles into "acupoints" on the body with the aim of restoring health and well-being. More than 365 acupoints are located primarily within their pathways, known as “meridians and channels”, which move vital energy (Qi) throughout the body. If the vital energy moving along a meridian is insufficient, overflowing, or blocked, a Yin Yang imbalance results and illness develops. Acupuncture balances the energy flow and stimulates spontaneous healing in the body.

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2. WHAT IS FU SUBCUTANEOUS NEEDLING(Modern Acupuncture)?

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FSN, Fu’s Subcutaneous Needling, was invented by Dr. Fu Zhonghua in June 1996. FSN is derived from Traditional Acupuncture but is based on modern medical science and also follows the latest scientific and technological achievements. So it is also called modern acupuncture. It is a less risk more safe and less pain with more fast clinical result to some of muscle related health issue.

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3. HOW DOES ACUPUNCTURE WORK?

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Modern science has shown that there are numerous theories about how acupuncture works. Some of them are:
Acupuncture promotes the release of endorphins and enkephalins, which have pain-relieving properties.
Acupuncture influences the release of positive neurotransmitters, substances that transmit nerve impulses to the brain.
Acupuncture influences the autonomic nervous system.
Acupuncture promotes blood circulation.

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4. IS ACUPUNCTURE SAFE?

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Yes. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates acupuncture needles for use by licensed practitioners, requiring that needles be manufactured and labeled according to certain standards. For example, the FDA requires that needles be sterile, nontoxic, and labeled for single use by qualified practitioners only. When performed by properly trained and licensed practitioner, acupuncture is safe and effective, free from adverse or addictive side effects. Commonly, a sense of relaxation and well-being come about during and after treatments. While experiencing therapy for one weakness, other imbalances may resolve alongside. This is a common side benefit that again demonstrates the value of balancing the quality and quantity of “vital energy” within the entire person.

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5. WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT ON MY FIRST VISIT?

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Your first visit will last from 60-90 minutes. The practitioner will gather a detailed health history, listen to your concerns, and answer any questions you have regarding Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. You will be asked questions about your current health, your health history, your lifestyle and emotional well-being. The practitioner may utilize traditional pulse and tongue reading to finalize and determine a treatment plan. You will relax on the treatment table or sit on chair while the practitioner gives you a treatment using acupuncture needles. After the treatment, you will have time to discuss anything that may have come up for you during the treatment. The practitioner will discuss treatment plan and follow up appointments that may be beneficial.

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6. HOW MANY TREATMENTS DOES IT TAKE BEFORE I FEEL BETTER?

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Everyone is different, and it depends on the different symptoms and their body responds. About 80% of patients experience positive changes after just one treatment. Usually I recommend patient take 3 treatment as a treating cycle. Because after one treatment maybe they feel better but it doesn't mean the problem totally solved. If we don't continue their treatment, the problem will come back soon. For patient with longer or chronic history, it will take them more treating cycle to complete.

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