Before Treatment
Everyone has different ailments and reasons for seeking out acupuncture treatments.
We begin your treatment with questions about your health, lifestyle, and other issue areas to determine the best treatment for you.
Be sure to eat before your appointment and avoid alcohol for 24 hours before your treatment.
Please do not wear cologne to your appointment.
During Treatment
Normally you will be on the table for 30-40 minutes.
Needles can be inserted with little to no discomfort and without the need to remove clothing.
The needles are typically left in place for 20 minutes while you are bathed in IR light and rest on a warm crystal-filled mat.
We will prescribe a Chinese Herbal Formula to help accelerate your healing.
After Treatment
Everyone responds to treatments differently but most patients feel a deep sense of relaxation.
We encourage you to be gentle on yourself and possibly take a nap when you return home.
We recommend avoiding both physical & mental work and alcohol for at least 6 hours.
For symptom relief, it typically takes 6-8 weekly treatments, then a re-evaluation can be scheduled to continue your path to wellness.
5-Element Acupuncture 5 Element Theory
What Element are You?
Wood Element
The Qi of the Wood element blossoms in the spring when there’s new growth. Those with strong energy of the Wood element have a clear vision and are goal-oriented. They excel at planning and decision-making. When out-of-balance Wood will be inflexible and deeply frustrated with life and situations not moving forward.
Fire Element
People with a strong Fire energy are charismatic. Commanding others to action comes easy to them. Talking and socializing is second-nature to their being. If you’re of the fire element, you may be vulnerable in very hot weather and possibly depression or manic episodes.
Earth Element
If you have a well-developed Earth energy, then you’re the one people turn to for stability and compassion. You’re perceived as the harbinger of peace and responsible for keeping things together. The Qi of the earth element flourishes in Indian summer. When out-of-balance Earth may feel like a martyr or a doormat, receiving no respect and supporting others with no appreciation.
Metal Element
A well balanced Metal energy makes you a well-organized, self-disciplined, and a conscientious person. You are bestowed with deep inner strength and are comfortable in situations where you know you can succeed by following the rules. Out-of-balance Metal will feel rigid and unable to endure changes. Also a deep need for being valued can cause many with a Metal constitution to feel isolated and cold.
Water Element
A person with Water Qi is a strong and fearless. They are determined and can endure many hardships in pursuit of their goals. Your strong will power helps you to persevere even in the face of adversity. Longevity is also another trait of water energy. Out-of-balance Water will feel great fear of the future and of the unknown.
ADD ons in MB
Auricular → 5–10 min
Cupping → 30 min
Sound therapy → 20 mins
