Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points which have been empirically proven effective in the treatment of specific disorders. Recently their location has been confirmed by electromagnetic research.

The World Health Organization has publicly announced that acupuncture is suitable
for treating the following:

• Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders

• Toothaches, pain after tooth extraction, gingivitis, acute or chronic otitis, acute sinusitis, acute rhinitis, nasal catarrh, and acute tonsillitis

• Respiratory Disorders

• Bronchial asthma (in children or adults when uncomplicated)

• Gastrointestinal Disorders

• Esophageal and cardio spasm, hiccup, gastroptosis, acute or chronic gastritis, sour stomach, chronic duodenal ulcers, acute or chronic colitis, acute bacillary dysentery, constipation, diarrhea, and paralytic ileus

• Eye Disorders

• Acute conjunctivitis, central retinitis, near sightedness (in children), and cataracts without complications

• Neurological and Muscular Disorders

• Headaches, migraines, trigeminal neuralgia, facial paralysis (within the first three to six months), post-stroke paresis, peripheral neuritis, neurological bladder dysfunction, bed wetting, intercostal neuralgia, cervical syndrome, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, sciatica, low back pains and osteoarthritis

In addition, Acupuncture has been used for centuries in China treating disorders such as sprains and strains, knee pain, and most gynecological complaints.

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There is a slight prick at the initial insertion of needle, most of time it is not painful since the needles are so thin. However, the surface of the skin has the greatest number of nerve endings, some people may feel a little painful which is mild. Once the needle
goes into the body, traveling up or down the affected energy pathway or meridian, at this stage there may be feelings of warmth, heaviness, distention, tightness, tingling, or a mild dull ache sensation associated with the flow of Qi.

That depends upon the nature of the problem, the underlying anatomy of the points selected, the patient’s size, age, and constitution, and upon the acupuncturist’s style. In general, needles are inserted from ¼” to 1” in depth on face, arms and legs, 2-3 inches on hip area.

We use pre-sterilized, individually packaged, disposable needles thus absolutely assuring that there is no transmission of communicable disease from patient to patient due to contaminated needles. We also comply with Clean Needle Technique from
NCCAOM.

This varies by each individual, because it depends on the duration, severity, and nature of each individual’s complaint and also how quickly the body responds to the treatment. Generally from five to fifteen treatments are adequate for the majority of chronic ailments.

At Sunrise Acupuncture and Wellness, we offer a wide range of payment methods for your convenience. Please call the clinic for our current rates.