Question 1

What is acupuncture?

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture is a form of traditional medicine that dates back thousands of years. Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points on the body, known as acupuncture points, which are located along pathways called meridians. This stimulation encourages your body to heal itself by improving Qi (energy) flow and restoring balance. By targeting the root causes of your symptoms, we aim to help you achieve long-term health and balance.   Experience the benefits of ancient healing practices tailored to meet your modern health needs at Mended Roots.

Question 2

How does acupuncture work?

Accepted Answer

Although there is no one definitive way acupuncture works from the western perspective. There is evidence that shows it works by eliciting change through the muscles, connective tissue, and nervous system. Often causing a variety of changes throughout the body.

Question 3

What can acupuncture help with?

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture has been shown to be beneficial for many health conditions. Which include but are not limited to:
Low back pain
Sciatica and neuropathy 
Knee and join pain
Migraines and headaches
Anxiety
Depression
Nausea
Insomnia and sleep 
IBS/IBD
Fibromyalgia
OB/GYN issues
Fertility/IVF treatment success
and more

Question 4

Does acupuncture hurt?

Accepted Answer

No, usually acupuncture needles are barely felt. Depending on the point used and the individual the experience may vary but most do not feel them or have very mild sensations. The needles used in acupuncture a very thin and most barely feel them.

Question 5

How often do I come?

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture tends to work best with consistency. Usually starting out 1-2x a week is a good way to start. More frequent than that is rarely needed.

Question 6

When will I see results?

Accepted Answer

Results may vary from case to case. It can be impacted by age, severity of the issue, and how long the problem has been going on. Often a general guideline is 1 treatment per month you have had the problem. Usually within 4-8 appointments, we expect to see some change. For more specific estimations please set up a time to talk to get a better idea.

Question 7

Do I have to have needles?

Accepted Answer

Generally, needles will achieve the results the fastest. There are styles of acupuncture that use 'non-insertive' techniques. Using something called a teishin or moxibustion to treat the acupuncture points. Often needles are encouraged as they tend to be painless but work faster.

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