The insertion of thin, solid, sterile, stainless steel needles at specific points throughout the body. Restoring balance and order to the qi throughout the body.

Gathers qi, moisture, and blood to invigorate proper function of the muscles, nerves, vessels, glands, and organs.

To restore balance (and health) through an even and plentiful circulation of qi, blood, and body fluids.

All the needles are sterile, disposable and used only one time.They are thrown away in biohazard containers.

No. Most often there is a slight aching feeling when the needle is first inserted. After the needles are in, often you will feel relaxed and can even fall asleep.

Acupuncturists use sterile one-time-use needles. All needles are disposed of in a biohazard container after use and shipped to a medical waste company. Acupuncture is safe and effective when performed by licensed professionals.

No, most people don't even feel them. Acupuncture needles are much smaller than hypodermic needles, needles used for drawing blood and injections. Our pain receptors are located on the top layers of the skin, the faster a needle can pass through these layers the less pain we feel. The large gauge and beveled qualities of a hypodermic needle require it to be inserted slowly through the skin. Acupuncture needles’ solid quality and small diameter allow for an effortless insertion that quickly moves the needle through the top layer of skin, resulting in a painless experience.

Acupuncture increase blood flow to areas of the body that have accumulated waste and toxins. By strategically simulating blood flow your cells will receive the essential nutrients they need. This decreases inflammation and activates your body's natural healing response. Acupuncture also stimulates the release of hormones that calm the nervous system to relieve stress and pain, relax muscles, and alleviate symptoms associated with nerological or psychological conditions.

Your belief in acupuncture does not affect the results you get from the treatment. Research shows that acupuncture affects the nervous system, blood circulation, and countless other systems of the body. However, science does show that a more positive attitude about your healthcare can improve the outcomes of treatment for you. For example, when you are anxious about a treatment, your body's fight or flight hormones increase. This can affect the pain relief effects of acupuncture.

Some patients will only need a few acupuncture treatments, while others may need more. The number of visits a patient may need dependents on their health condition, how long they have had the condition, and their age. Most patients should expect to see little to no improvement until at least the third treatment. This is because your body needs time to process the healing signals that acupuncture sends your body.