Acupuncture Services in Atlanta, GA

During the initial exam, a full health history will be taken. Questions will be asked regarding symptoms, health, and lifestyle. Your acupuncturist also may check your pulse and tongue and may conduct a physical exam. This information is then organized to create a complete, accurate, and comprehensive diagnosis of where Qi has become blocked or imbalanced. After the interview process, you may receive acupuncture treatment. Visits with your acupuncturist may last from thirty to ninety minutes.

There are twelve pulse points on each wrist that your acupuncturist will palpate. Each position corresponds to a specific meridian and organ. Your acupuncturist will be looking for twenty-seven individual qualities that reflect overall health. If there are any problems, they may appear in the pulse.

The tongue is a map to the body. It reflects the general health of the organs and meridians. Your acupuncturist will look at the color, shape, cracks, and coating on your tongue.

Treatment frequency and number of treatments needed depend on a variety of factors: your constitution, the severity and duration of the problem and the quality and quantity of your Qi. Some people experience immediate relief; others may take some months or even years to achieve results. Chronic conditions usually take longer to resolve than acute ones. Plan on a minimum of a month to see significant changes. An acupuncturist may suggest one or two treatments per week or monthly visits for health maintenance and seasonal “tune-ups”.

Rates vary and depend upon what procedures are performed. It is best to consult with your acupuncturist about cost.

Insurance coverage varies from state to state. Please contact your insurance provider to learn what kind of care is covered or not covered.

NOTE: All clients are responsible for paying for all treatments and visits at time of service. We do not file insurance claims but will assist with the necessary paperwork needed to submit to your insurance carrier for reimbursement.

Yes, in some instances children respond more quickly than adults. If your child has an aversion to needles, your acupuncturist may massage the acupuncture points. This is called acupressure or tui na.

Acupuncture is a component of traditional Chinese medicine.  It involves inserting very thin needles into specific points on your body. Acupuncture divides the body into a series of zones and pressure points. The needles are inserted into different pressure points, depending on your symptoms.  The needle stimulates the nerves to release endorphins that trigger a response from your body. This helps to relieve migraines and tension headaches.  Acupuncture may help reduce the frequency of headaches and migraines, at least in the short-term, and is safe and well tolerated.

If you are someone who often gets headaches or migraines, you understand how they can regularly disrupt your quality of life!  When a headache strikes, finding treatments that bring relief becomes a top priority.

Treatment with painkillers at the first sign of pain is usually enough to curb many mild or infrequent headaches or migraines. Unfortunately, common headache medications do not address the root cause(s), and when used over long periods of time can cause unwanted side–effects. Many people don’t respond well to drugs prescribed to prevent headaches or migraines, so acupuncture is a good alternative.

Headaches that can be treated with acupuncture include, migraines, tension headaches, headaches occurring around the menstrual cycle, sinus headaches and stress-related headaches.

Headaches can affect the top of the head, sides of the head, one side of the head, temples, behind the eye, the forehead, or the whole head.

Headaches may be caused by

*  Poor diet

*  Physical Trauma

*  Body constitution,

*  Emotional health

*  Improper diet

*  Menses

*  Lack of sleep

*  Excessive work

The acupuncturist will place needles at specific pressure points, usually along a person’s back or neck where they can slow pain transmission. Sometimes, a gentle head massage accompanies the placement of the needles.

Some people feel tiny pricks when the needles are inserted. Some people won’t feel anything at all. If you speak with your practitioner about concerns you have about discomfort, you might feel calm going into the procedure.

When asked to describe their experience, first-time acupuncture clients describe the treatment as being pleasurable and relaxing. Most people fall asleep during treatment. Others feel as if they are floating with a tingling, warm sensation. Other sensations that may be felt are heaviness, heat, and cold.

Anyone who suffers from headaches will benefit from acupuncture.

Acupuncture care is extremely effective in reducing the frequency and severity of many types of painful conditions, including headaches and migraines, naturally.  Two large studies found that people receiving acupuncture had fewer days with tension headaches than those receiving conventional care.  By working with your acupuncturist and adopting some simple lifestyle changes, you will be on your way toward a healthier, happier pain-free life.

Try the following to make changes that may help alleviate, or even prevent headaches:

*  Rest in a quiet, dark room

*  Exercise

*  Hot or cold compress to head or neck

*  Massage neck, temples