What to Expect: Traditional Chinese Diagnostic Techniques
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Pulse diagnosis: for centuries, the Chinese have studied changes in the radial pulse to better understand the quality of circulation & the factors which may be obstructing it
Tongue diagnosis: additionally, the Chinese have studied changes in the tongue, from the color of the tissue to the thickness of the coating
What to Expect: Diagnosis
Key Points:
A western diagnosis (such as ulcerative colitis or Parkinson's disease) is not required, but can be helpful information: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is its own system of medicine with its own medical theory and diagnostic language
Acupuncturists generally treat patterns of dysfunction: these patterns are responsible for the development of disease & include organ deficiencies, toxins, circulatory obstructions (such as scar tissue), chronic infections, etc.
What to Expect: Acupuncture
Key Points:
Acupuncture needles are different from injection needles: acupuncture needles are generally thinner & smoother, whereas injection needles are thicker with a sharper, beveled tip
Acupuncture needles usually cause little to no pain: stimulation of acupuncture points will often cause a dull, achy sensation (considered an ideal response)
What to Expect: Treatment & Duration
Key Points:
Treatment primarily involves acupuncture, cupping therapy, & Chinese herbal medicine: all therapies work together to promote circulation to the organs, vessels, & other regions of the body (restoring function & alleviating pain)
Duration of treatment varies: a standard course of treatment is 8 sessions, however some patterns are more longstanding & complex, which may require more time
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