Top 9 Acupuncture Benefits
Learn the top 9 acupuncture benefits.
There are many stories in the press and studies coming out about acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Below are 9 reasons people give acupuncture a try.
YOU ARE AN INDIVIDUAL
Chinese Medicine treats you according to your individual needs. The belief is that no two people are alike, so it is impossible to create a few select treatments for everyone. Just because two people experience the same symptoms doesn’t mean the reason for the symptoms is the same. Individual treatment means that other symptoms, which may not be at the top of your list, are also taken into account in your treatment plan.
SIDE EFFECTS ARE USUALLY MINOR
Side effects are usually minor, such as slight bruising or brief soreness. Many people feel calm and relaxed after treatment.
MORE TIME FOR YOU
Visits are unhurried. An initial consultation includes a full health history and treatment, and follow-up visits usually last 30–60 minutes. You have time to explain your health concerns.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE SICK
You do not have to wait until you are sick to come in for treatment. Some people use acupuncture as part of a plan to stay healthy, along with exercise, nutrition etc.
EMOTIONAL HEALTH
Acupuncture is used for emotional concerns such as low mood, anger, sadness and grief, alongside any other care you are receiving. If you are struggling, talk to your doctor too.
CLEAR FEES
Our current fees are listed on the fees page. Acupuncture is not covered by OHIP, but we provide receipts for extended health plans; check your own plan for coverage.
ARE YOU AN UNKNOWN CASE?
Some people come in with symptoms that their tests (blood work, MRI, X-ray, CT scans, etc.) have not explained. Chinese Medicine looks at symptoms in a different way, and you may want to try it alongside the care you are getting from your doctor.
IT IS RELAXING
Treatment is relaxing. We try to keep things light, but we are serious about your health. Many people are nervous about needles, and we treat first-timers all the time. Acupuncture needles are very fine, and most people feel a slight sensation rather than pain.
IT HAS A LONG HISTORY
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine have been practised in China for over two thousand years and are now used around the world.
If you would like to see what Chinese Medicine has to offer, book your initial diagnosis and treatment.
We offer Traditional Chinese Medicine, including acupuncture, Chinese herbs, cupping, tuina, gua sha, and other modalities of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Call 647-346-2780 or email Jason@traditionalhealingcentre.com.