Acupuncture

A 5,000 year old Chinese medicine modality, encompassing a holistic approach to healing the mind-body-spirit.

History

**6000 BCE** This Chinese medicine practice began with sharp stones that possessed healing properties called Bian Stones. These stones were mined from the Sibin Floating Stone that was left behind after a meteorite collided with Earth in Shandong, China. These stones were used in different methods that evolved into present day practices.

6000 BCE This Chinese medicine practice began with sharp stones that possessed healing properties called Bian Stones. These stones were mined from the Sibin Floating Stone that was left behind after a meteorite collided with Earth in Shandong, China. These stones were used in different methods that evolved into present day practices.

100-115 BCE Han Dynasty Soldiers that returned from war shared stories of how much better they felt, after being wounded by an arrow on certain areas of their bodies. During this era, Bian Stone Therapy was replaced by the emergence of Iron for creating Acupuncture Needles. All these events led Ancient Chinese Doctors towards more research and ultimately the creation of Acupuncture Points, Meridians and Qi (Energy) flow.

305-204 BC The Yellow Emperor’s Internal Classic (黄帝内经) is the first documentation of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, it lists the four main ancient Chinese medical practices:

The puncturing method of the Bian Stones has become Acupuncture, the heated stone application has become Moxibustion, and the stone's scraping method has become Gua Sha or Skin Scraping. Over time the Bian Stones were replaced with bones, bull horns, iron, bronze, gold or silver.

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Actions & Benefits

Expel, Clear or Dissipate blockages due to Pathogenic factors, Qi stagnation or Toxic Accumulations
Promote the circulation of Qi and Blood
Release and relax the sinews (tissues that tie the muscles to the bones) and joints, to improve the range of motion in the affected meridians
Soothes Qi, Calms Shen (Mind)
Activates the body’s natural healing systems

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

After a detailed Consultation and Assessment, the Acupuncturist will customize and explain the Treatment Plan. The Acupuncture Needles are chosen to nourish or energize Organs that are deficient and to soothe or calm Organs that are excessive. When the Acupuncture Needles are inserted it stimulates the body's Nervous System and energy to give signals and guidance towards equilibrium and healing.
It's not supposed to hurt or feel sharp! It feels like a little "zing", a warm tingling sensation that may travel up and down the channels. Occasionally it may feel like a slightly dull achy sensation.
The number of required treatments will depend on the duration and severity of the condition. Generally, chronic conditions will take longer to treat, and acute conditions will take less time to treat. The results of the treatment are also influenced by the Patient's current lifestyle, diet and emotional stress levels.

Please inform your Acupuncturist about tumours, swelling in the body, lymphoedema, and pregnancy. If you have more specific questions, please e-mail sandrashimacupuncture@gmail.com or book an appointment below.

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