Acupuncture is a part one of the oldest systems of medicine and it has been used for thousands of years.  It uses very thin disposable needles inserted at specific anatomical points of low electrical resistance to direct nutrients chemical signals to various areas of the body.  The needle stimulation follows a channel (similar to a circuit) and seeks to bring balance, or homeostasis, to the body. From a Western perspective, acupuncture has been found to stimulate the hypothalamus, which helps regulate the hormones of the endocrine system.  It also activates the parasympathetic nervous system, the part of the autonomic nervous system which is active at rest and which allows for some of the body’s restorative processes such as digestion to kick in.  This partially explains why people often feel relaxed during a treatment. Acupuncture has also been shown to enhance immune function, decrease inflammation, and promote circulation.  

 

If you have questions and are unsure if acupuncture is a good treatment option for you, please call or schedule a free consultation.  We’re happy to answer your questions either by phone or in person to help you determine whether or not acupuncture might be helpful for you.  Contact us:  303-601-5380

 

Julie Johns, M.S., L.Ac., Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM), M.Ed.

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