Acupuncture is an ancient method of healing that has been effectively used to treat people world-wide for over 3,000 years.  With the use of tiny needles, cupping therapy, and other techniques, acupuncture is a natural and gentle way that can help relieve symptoms that lead to various health disorders.  

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On your first visit, plan around 90 minutes.  Your acupuncturist will sit down and ask you questions about the state of your general health.  You want to be thorough here.  Based on your answers, the acupuncturist will have a better idea of how to treat both the root cause and current manifestation of your symptoms.  You will then get on the table.  The acupuncturist will take your pulse and look at your tongue to further confirm their diagnostic thoughts.  The acupuncturist will then prepare your skin for needles, and explain the procedure.  You will rest for about 30 minutes with the needles in.  The acupuncturist will take the needles out, perhaps apply other techniques if needed for your condition, and you will be finished with your session.

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Wear comfortable clothing that can easily lift above your knees or elbows.  We often times use acupuncture points that are at or below the knees and elbows.  So this allows you to rest comfortably without having to undress.   In some cases, you may need to undress like you would for a massage.  We can discuss this at your visit.

Think of your body like a highway with various pathways to move traffic about.  When there is congestion on one of those pathways, things slow down and clog up.  The same is true for your body.  When there is physical, emotional or mental congestion, the free flow of energy becomes clogged and you feel unwell.  Acupuncture works to free up the congestion and get your energy flowing in harmony again.

Acupuncture has been proven effective as a tool for

• pain management

• headaches and migraines

• anxiety and depression

• insomnia

• menstrual disorders

• digestive issues

• respiratory issues

• addiction recovery

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At Inhale, we have extensive experience and success in helping patients with the conditions listed above.  If you have a condition not listed, please contact us to chat.  If we cannot help you with what's going on, we will help you find someone who can.

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