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Every wonder what ailments Acupuncture can be used for? 

Below is a list of some things where Acupuncture is indicated.

• Autoimmune Disorders; Upper respiratory tract infections (common cold, sinusitis, rhinitis), sore throat, influenza (flu), acute and chronic bronchitis, cough, asthma, epistaxis (nose bleeds), haemoptysis (coughing up blood), loss of voice, hoarse voice, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus.

• Cancer; Side effects from cancer treatment therapies (chemotherapy, radiation therapy, brachytherapy, drug therapy, and etc.).

• Cardiovascular Issues; High blood pressure, spider veins, cold hands/feet.

• Cosmetic / Weight loss; Eye bags, discoloration on face, sagging, puffiness, dark circles.

• Gastrointestinal Disorders; Reflux, nausea and vomiting, pain, gas, bloating, indigestion, regurgitation, constipation, diarrhea, IBS, dysentery, gnawing hunger or loss of appetite, Crohn’s disease, diverticulitis, colitis, parasitic infestation, hemorrhoids, food poisoning.

• Gynecological Issues; Painful periods, irregular periods, dysmenorrhea, premenstrual symptoms, pregnancy support, infertility, menopausal symptoms, uterine fibroids, pelvic inflammation.

• Internal Disease; Supportive therapies are available for Liver/Gall Bladder diseases, HIV, Immune and Digestive support during chemotherapy and radiation therapies, lifestyle support for metabolic conditions.

• Mental/Emotional conditions; Anxiety, stress, addictions/compulsions (drugs, alcohol, tobacco, sexual) depression, recovery from traumatic events (childhood/adult emotional traumas such as abuse, divorce and the loss of a loved one), anger management, PTSD.

• Musculoskeletal Issues; Back pain, neck and shoulder tension, acute injury to muscles and ligaments.

• Neurological Disorders; Spasms and convulsions.

• Pain Management; Migraines and headaches, joint pain, chronic and acute pain, restless leg syndrome, sciatica.

• Skin Diseases; Acne, chronic rashes, eczema, psoriasis, external scarring.

• Systemic Issues; Autoimmune disorders, weakened immunity, allergies, arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, neurological disorders, chronic fatigue, cardiovascular concerns/prevention, vision and hearing disorders, sexual dysfunction, hypertension.

• Trauma; Recovery from strokes, surgery, pregnancy, accidents, sports injuries, scar tissue.

Our body is always telling us what we need… It’s when we neglect and ignore its requests that we enter into chronic disharmony and pathology… remember to pay attention and nourish your needs, whether big or small.

If you’ve never heard of cupping, I’m sure you’re wondering what it is.  Cupping therapy is a treatment in which the practitioner creates suction in a cup, usually by means of heat. This draws up the underlying tissues. When the cup is left in place on the skin for a few minutes, blood stasis is formed and localized healing takes place.

“Things fall apart so other things can come together.”

Even in the midst of fog and rubble, this is always true.  There is always a silver lining, whether we choose to see it or not.

Don’t see it, maybe you’re not looking hard enough….

Do you believe this to be true?

A Cosmetic Acupuncture Weight Loss Solution….

Weight loss is about making healthier lifestyle and dietary choices, improving your health, and incorporating weekly, if not daily, exercise.  Cosmetic Acupuncture Weight Loss is a protocol that takes inches off your waist and hips, firms your abdomen, improves metabolism and digestion, and improves your overall health.

So how does Chinese Medicine work for Weight Loss? 

According to Chinese Medicine the root cause of excess weight is caused from an imbalance in the whole body.  The underlying reason is usually stemmed from a deficiency (malfunctioning), of the Spleen and Liver organs.

In Chinese Medicine the Spleen controls the functioning of the digestive system, and transforms the food we eat into Qi (energy).  Symptoms from an insufficiency in the Spleen include a slow metabolism, fatigue, loose stools/diarrhea, retention of water, feeling of heaviness, and weight gain.

The Liver controls the smooth flow of Qi (energy) and emotions in the body in Chinese Medicine.  Due to stress and a fast paced lifestyle, it can impact the Liver’s ability to control the flow of Qi (energy) in the body, therefore affecting the Spleens ability to regulate metabolism and digestion.  Since the Liver regulates emotions, through disharmony it can generate compulsive eating and cravings.

The Acupuncture points are used to stimulate the Spleen, Liver, and other digestive organs to remove inches and promote general health.

Increased metabolism, improved digestion, and weight loss is yours!!
Reduced appetite and cravings are reported from most patients experiencing Acupuncture alone, but with herbs, healthy/healing foods and exercise it can increase the weight loss process.  A study published in the Journal of Medical Acupuncture reported that participants receiving Acupuncture lost three times more weight than participants in the control group.

 And since its Acupuncture, there are healthy side effects! 

Health benefits not just confined to physical weight loss

• Improved digestion
• more energy
• improved sleep
• reduction of depression
• decreased anxiety
• headache relief
• relaxation and balancing of the body
• hot flashes and/or night sweat reduction
• improved thyroid function
• decreased PMS symptoms
• increased circulation

Is Cosmetic Acupuncture Weight Loss Safe?

Absolutely!  There are no drugs or injections, no recovery time, and no negative side effects.

Though completely safe, Cosmetic Acupuncture Weight Loss is not recommended for individuals with the following conditions:

• pregnant women
• women with uterine fibroids
• individuals with enlarged organs

Course of Treatment

The average course of treatments is ten sessions (depending on the individual).  Two to three treatments are recommended per week.  Please allow for one hour for each session.  After the first treatment, there are subtle to visible results.  Typically very visible results show after four to seven treatments (depending on the individual).  After the intense course of needed treatments, maintenance is strongly recommended to sustain the health of the body, which should be done once or twice per month.

Please be aware that depending on an individual’s lifestyle their amount of progress may be different then the standard course of treatment and the time frame of results may vary.

Each Cosmetic Acupuncture Weight Loss treatment also includes a Medical Acupuncture treatment during the session and other health concerns may be addressed at that time.

Chinese Medicine, including Acupuncture, is a healthy and effective way to lose weight, by itself or as a supportive treatment in conjunction with other weight management programs (such as exercise).

Herbs and Healing Foods: Herbs and healing foods are recommending during the course of Cosmetic Acupuncture Weight Loss treatments.  They are suggested to help promote healthy digestion, regulate and maintain a healthy flow of Qi (energy) in the body, clear toxics, and eliminate waste products.  The intake of foods that are salty should be reduced and greasy foods should be eliminated.  Foods that have bitter, sour, and acrid properties are helpful in promoting weight loss.

Abdominal Massage/Exercise: Points on the abdomen improve digestion, absorption of food and peristalsis of the intestines. The abdominal points can be stimulated with massage or by belly breathing, where the abdomen is consciously moving in and out with each breath. Deep breathing with visualization can also strengthen will power and be used as a tool to curb hunger and cravings.

You may find it difficult to eat less and expend more energy.  You may come to discover that Acupuncture is just what you need to overcome cravings, increase metabolism, boost energy, and support your willpower to succeed!

Ever wonder if Acupuncture works, but were not sure whether it would be the right treatment for you?

First off, lets banish a myth.  Acupuncture is NOT a belief system.  By which I mean, you do not need to “believe in it” for it to work.  Acupuncture is a recognized system of medicine based on a cogent theoretical framework and supported by clinical practice.

Acupuncture is a system of traditional medicine, which has been used in China and other Eastern cultures for over 3,000 years.  It is used to restore, promote and maintain good health.  Its benefits are acknowledged all over the world and are practiced in over 100 countries.

Acupuncture can help a wide range of physical and emotional problems: the focus being on improving overall well-being by focusing on the core reason the condition is occurring, as well as the treatment of specific symptoms.  Because of this that means treatment with Acupuncture can often succeed where conventional treatments can offer no relief.

Some common conditions that Acupuncture can help with!

• Pain Management
• Digestive Issues
• Menopause
• Cardiovascular Issues
• Sleep Issues
• Stress / Anxiety / Depression
• Addiction
• Emotional Disorders
• Chronic Illness
• Stroke
• Migraines
• Gynecological Disorders
• Infertility
• Sports Injuries / Sore Muscles
• Fatigue
• Sexual Problems
• Neck & Shoulder Tension
• Allergies
• Surgery
• Dermatological Issues
• Focus / Concentration / Memory Retention
• Upper Respiratory Disorders / Common Cold
• Men’s Health Issues

A little about Cosmetic Acupuncture Face-Lifts and rejuvenation….

Cosmetic Acupuncture targets internal causes of aging while minimizing the outward appearance. Blood and circulation is also energized which improves facial color.  Through Acupuncture your face lifts itself by your muscles revitalizing and tightening.  The Acupuncture body and face points correct imbalances in the body giving you all the healthy side affects of this procedure.

So what’s the science behind Cosmetic Acupuncture?  Tiny micro-traumas are caused by inserting the needles into the skin, which stimulate your body’s wound healing process.  Through this healing process your body balances out the dispersal of collagen by encouraging fibroblasts (cells that form collagen and elastin fibers) to travel to the needling sites and deposit new collagen fibers.  From this Acupuncture process your skin becomes more collagen- and elastin-rich.

Firmer, newer, and younger looking skin is yours!

A study in the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture about Cosmetic Acupuncture reported 90% of women in the clinical study experienced looking younger with just one treatment!

Benefits of Cosmetic Acupuncture Face-Lifts

• skin becomes softer, delicate, and fair
• elasticity improvement in the facial muscles
• smoothing of wrinkles
• healthier complexion
• sagging jowls reduction
• increased collagen production
• reduction of puffiness
• fading of age spots
• rejuvenation not confined to the face, but your whole body

 And since its Acupuncture, there are healthy side effects! 

Do any modern day cosmetic procedures promise that? 

Will a surgical face-lift improve your health? 

Can a chemical peel create a healthier you? 

How about injections of botulism toxin into your face? 

No, and a thousand times no!

Health benefits not just confined to your face!

• reduction of depression
• decreased anxiety
• improved sleep
• more energy
• improved digestion
• headache relief
• improvement Bell’s Palsy and Trigeminal Neuralgia symptoms
• relaxation and balancing of the body
• cleared sinuses
• hot flashes and/or night sweat reduction
• improved thyroid function
• amelioration of acne, rosacea, and broken capillaries

How is it different from modern day procedures and/or surgeries?

• no downtime
• no swelling, significant bruising, or scarring
• it can be kept a secret (but we prefer you don’t)
• economical compared to the aforementioned procedures
• most importantly, you won’t die

Is Cosmetic Acupuncture Safe?

Absolutely!  Unlike invasive treatments, Cosmetic Acupuncture enhances radiation through a natural process.  There are no drugs or injections, no recovery time, and no negative side effects.  Though rare, minimal bruising may occur.

Though completely safe, Cosmetic Acupuncture Face-Lifts are not recommended for individuals with the following conditions:

• pregnant women
• pacemakers
• high blood pressure
• migraines
• diabetes
• easy bruising
• former plastic surgery

Cosmetic Acupuncture may be used by individuals without any skin concerns to maintain their skin’s overall health.

Course of Treatment

The average course of treatments is ten to fourteen sessions (depending on the individual).  Two to three treatments are recommended per week.  Please allow for one hour for each session.  After the first treatment there will be subtle results and a glow about you.  Typically results become noticeable visible after four to seven treatments.  After the intense course of needed treatments, maintenance is strongly recommended to sustain the health of the skin, which should be done once or twice per month.

Please be aware that depending on an individual’s age and lifestyle their skin may respond differently to treatment and the time frame of results may vary.

Each Cosmetic Acupuncture treatment also includes a Medical Acupuncture treatment during the session and other health concerns may be addressed at that time.

Today your goddess is Pele: Divine Passion… Be honest with yourself: What is your true passion?

Take steps to get healthy. Today’s Lesson: Think about one aspect of your physical or emotional health that you’ve been neglecting or avoiding, and ask yourself why you’ve been doing so. Perhaps your diet needs to change, your thoughts need to be re framed or you know you need to exercise more. Your Goals: by the end of the day, commit to that new step, or identify why you’re choosing to sabotage your healing. Come make an with Vicki our wellness coach. Members of The Nest get 25% their first individual session and a free class.

I always have a choice: I choose to believe that it is easy to change a thought or pattern.