Many acupuncturists use the inspection of the pulse and tongue as a means to assess the health and gather clinical information about the patient. They are part of the four diagnostic methods used during clinical examination, and are often referred to as the “Four Pillars”.
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Does Acupuncture hurt?
Generally speaking, acupuncture should not be painful. You may feel a dull ache, perhaps a feeling of electricity or tingling, a sensation of heat or cold, or it may just feel strange. Sometimes you can feel Qi running up or down the body or a limb.
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In ancient China, the theory of Yin-Yang was used for observing and analyzing the material world. It was a philosophy that these ancient scholars developed, providing them the means to describe and generalize two opposite principles which they observed within their world, and applied this theory to both natural and medical sciences.
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Acupuncture is the practice of inserting ultra fine needles into specific points of energy that are located along 14 Meridians or Channels that cover the entire body. There are 365 classical Acupuncture points associated with the 14 Meridians. These points and meridians, mapped out millennia ago and confirmed by consistent practice have shown that skillful insertion and manipulation of specific points will produce predictable results in the body.
How does acupuncture work?
The core of Traditional Chinese Medicine is the philosophy that we all have a complex system of channels which flow throughout our body distributing Qi or Life Energy to all of our tissues. When there is an obstruction in the flow of Qi or an imbalance in the Yin and Yang, health problems arise. Acupuncture can help to remove the blockage and stimulate the body’s natural ability to heal.
My name is Crystal Dentman and I am pleased to bring my passion about acupuncture and improving one’s health to you.
I am currently available to see clients by appointment only in 2 locations. I am looking forward to providing acupuncture to Nisku, Leduc, Beaumont, Devon, and South Edmonton area.
Monday through Thursday at In Balance Family Chiropractic & Wellness Centre in Nisku, AB at the Quality Inn & Suites, Edmonton International Airport.
Fridays and Saturdays at my home clinic in south east Edmonton.
Please choose the appropriate location when booking.
Don’t see a time that works for you? Questions? Please call or text me at 780-913-1262.