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Acupuncture

Acupuncture (Basic and Advanced) has become one of Dr. Scott's methods of treatment during his post graduate education and training.  He has learned that acupuncture is a procedure that promotes the body to heal itself with non-intrusive stimulation.

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a method of encouraging the body to promote healing and improve function. This is done by inserting needles and sometimes applying heat or electrical stimulation at very precise acupuncture points. Stimulation can also be done using non-needle techniques.

How does acupuncture work?

The classical Chinese explanation is that channels of energy run in regular patterns through the body and over its surface. These energy channels, called meridians, are like rivers flowing through the body to irrigate and nourish the tissue. An obstruction in the movement of these energy rivers is like a dam that backs up the flow of energy. Acupuncture unblocks the obstruction at the dams and re-establishes the flow through the meridians.

What can acupuncture help?

The World Health Organization recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of a wide range of health problems, including: