GENERAL QUESTIONS

What is Oriental Medicine?
Oriental Medicine has been a practice of medicine for approximately 5000 years in China, It includes the practices of acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping therapy, moxibustion, tui na, nutrition, tai qi, and qi gong. At the heart of Oriental Medicine is the concept of qi (pronounced chee). Oriental Medicine first came to the United States in the 70's, so it is a relatively new concept in the western world.

What is Qi?
Qi is translated as the vital force, life force, or energy. Qi is the life force of the universe. Qi is the life force that flows through the channels and meridians.

What is Yin and Yang?
Yin is the substance. For example: The physical organs of the body, such as the liver. Yang is the function. For example: The role of the liver is to regulate the flow of qi in the body. If applied to a car---- Yin is the engine or the parts of the car. Yang is how these parts function to make the car run. It takes many parts--- carburetor, pistons, starter, etc. working together to make the car go. Qi would be the spark after the fuel is ignited by the spark plugs.

What are the types of Oriental Medicine
Korean Acupuncture, Vietnamese Acupuncture, Chinese Acupuncture, Japanese Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Tui Na, Tai Qi, Qi Gong

ACUPUNCTURE

Do I have to choose between acupuncture and other types of health care?
Acupuncture is compatible with other systems of health care. I will be happy to work in conjunction with you and other health care practitioners. My wish is that you receive maximum benefit from all sources.

How many treatments are needed?
The number of treatments needed to alleviate a disorder varies depending on the type of illness and the individual. Generally acute diseases of short time can be treated successfully within a few treatments. Chronic problems, which have taken years to develop, will not be “cured” overnight. Gradual change over time will reflect the gradual restoration of the body’s strength and vitality.