Chiropractic Care for the Midlands of South Carolina

St. Andrews Wellness Center, PA
Chiropractic, Nutrition & Acupuncture

ACUPUNCTURE

   Acupuncture is a health science that treats pain and dysfunction to the body. Originating in China between 5,000  and 7000 years ago, acupuncture has enjoyed tremendous success in the United States since it was introduced nearly in 1971.  Early Chinese physicians mapped a network of energy pathways below the skin called meridians.

    Pain or symptoms can occur when the flow of energy is blocked or interrupted along these meridians. Each meridian has numerous acupuncture points which, when stimulated, has a specific effect upon the energy flow in the meridian, thereby releasing the blocked or "stagnant" energy.  This helps restore the body to it's naturally balanced and healthy state.

Does it hurt?

    Acupuncture points can be stimulated by a variety of methods ranging from finger pressure, to needles as thin as a human hair, to modern methods such as electronic stimulators and lasers.  We have found that most patients prefer non-needle methods such as electronic stimulation.  This is extremely accurate and most patients report feeling little or no sensation at all.

What conditions Respond to Acupuncture?

    Acupuncture textbooks list over one hundred different conditions. The World Health Organization has indicated that Acupuncture is effective in treating :

This is only a partial list of the many conditions that Acupuncture is credited with helping.

Acupuncture Techniques

The information contained within these pages is meant only as a guideline for some of the treatments and services provided by the St Andrews  Wellness Center, PA and not as a substitute for doctor provided care. Before pursuing any self treatment for an ailment, you should first consult with a  chiropractor, your primary care physician, or the nearest health care facility/hospital.

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