Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Acupuncture?
Most people know that Acupuncture involves needles. What many people do not know is that Acupuncture is a comprehensive health care system aimed at naturally promoting health, and alleviating sickness. This is accomplished by stimulating specific anatomical points along what are known as meridians in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Meridians are energy channels, and they run throughout the body. The classical theory behind Acupuncture believes that pain and sickness can result when these channels become blocked, and by stimulating the acupuncture points, the blockages can be removed. |
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The modern theory differs slightly. It proposes that inserting needles into certain points causes the nervous system to release endorphins, and attract immune cells to the area. In addition to alleviating pain, these chemicals have a positive influence on the regulation of body functions, such as blood flow, immune reactions, blood pressure, and digestion.
Acupuncture can treat primary and secondary symptoms at the same time.
How much does it cost?
Initial Consultation: $100
Follow up appointments: $75
Acupuncture Facials: $125
($1,000 for a package of 10)
Acupuncture can treat primary and secondary symptoms at the same time.
How much does it cost?
Initial Consultation: $100
Follow up appointments: $75
Acupuncture Facials: $125
($1,000 for a package of 10)
What does an Acupuncture treatment involve?
During a typical visit, your Acupuncturist will take a detailed health history and develop a treatment plan. The Acupuncturist will also examine your tongue, and check your pulse, to aid in making a diagnosis. The condition of your tongue, its overall color and coating will tell the Acupuncturist about the condition of your internal organs. The quality of the pulse also tells the state of the internal organs.
The treatment plan can include Acupuncture and/or other modalities, such as electrical stimulation, cupping therapy, gua sha, and Asian bodywork. There is also optional nutritional counseling to go along with herbal prescriptions as necessary.
During a typical visit, your Acupuncturist will take a detailed health history and develop a treatment plan. The Acupuncturist will also examine your tongue, and check your pulse, to aid in making a diagnosis. The condition of your tongue, its overall color and coating will tell the Acupuncturist about the condition of your internal organs. The quality of the pulse also tells the state of the internal organs.
The treatment plan can include Acupuncture and/or other modalities, such as electrical stimulation, cupping therapy, gua sha, and Asian bodywork. There is also optional nutritional counseling to go along with herbal prescriptions as necessary.
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What does an Acupuncture treatment involve? During a typical visit, your Acupuncturist will take a detailed health history and develop a treatment plan. The Acupuncturist will also examine your tongue, and check your pulse, to aid in making a diagnosis. The condition of your tongue, its overall color and coating will tell the Acupuncturist about the condition of your internal organs. The quality of the pulse also tells the state of the internal organs. The treatment plan can include Acupuncture and/or other modalities, such as electrical stimulation, cupping therapy, gua sha, and Asian bodywork. There is also optional nutritional counseling to go along with herbal prescriptions as necessary. |
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Salado Acupuncture's Treatment Rooms
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What Can Acupuncture Treat?
Some of the conditions Acupuncture can treat are listed below. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding a condition you do not find on the list:
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• Acute/Chronic Pain
• Addictions • Allergies • Anxiety • Arthritis • Autoimmune disorders • Carpal tunnel syndrome • Chronic fatigue • Colitis • Dental pain • Depression • Digestive disorders • Dizziness • Emotional problems • Facials for fine lines and wrinkles • Fibromyalgia • Headaches/Migraines |
• Infertility
• Irritable bowel syndrome • Knee pain • Lower back pain • Menstrual irregularities • Nausea • Osteoarthritis • Post-stroke therapy • Post-surgical therapy • PTSD (Post traumatic stress disorder) • Sciatica • Shoulder pain • Sleep disturbances • Stress • Tennis elbow • Trigeminal neuralgia • Wound healing |
How is the practice of Acupuncture regulated?
In Texas, the practice of Acupuncture is regulated by the Texas Medical Board and the Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners. The use of Acupuncture needles is regulated by the FDA, which requires that needles be pre-sterilized, and are for single-use only.
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