Chronic pain, hormonal imbalances, immune system deficiencies, as well as neurological, psychological and metabolic disorders may all be addressed Acupuncture and Chinese medicinal herbs. Smoking cessation is a popular treatment with acupuncture. It usually involves points in the ear. Depending on the practitioner, and the patient s unique needs, there may be some needles placed elsewhere on the body as well. Sometimes these needles are hooked up to an electro-stim machine, which sends minute pulses of electricity to the needles.
Treatments vary widely.
Although some patients only need one treatment, most patients will need several to see the most effective results. If your condition is chronic, you are an excellent candidate for Oriental Medicine. However, if you are experiencing an acute, life-threatening medical condition, you should see a conventional physician. Because Traditional Chinese Medicine is such an individualized method of treatment, and every condition manifests differently in each person, it is difficult to predict when results can be seen. It is advisable to enlist the services of a qualified, licensed TCM practitioner who is thoroughly trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine.