ACUPUNCTURE IN NORCROSS AND SANDY SPRINGS, GA
Simply stated acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medicine that has been practiced for thousands of years. The basis of acupuncture involves stimulating various points on the body in order to improve blood flow and release natural chemicals so the body can heal itself. This holistic approach allows the body to balance it's Qi (pronounced Chee). The ultimate goal of acupuncture is to restore the body's blood flow back to optimal function.
In Chinese, these "jie" (or neural nodes), are considered responsible for affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems of the body. Through the stimulation of these neural nodes, we can trigger the body's release of various natural chemicals (such as endorphins and enkephalins) which provide a natural and powerful form of pain relief.
In Chinese, these "jie" (or neural nodes), are considered responsible for affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems of the body. Through the stimulation of these neural nodes, we can trigger the body's release of various natural chemicals (such as endorphins and enkephalins) which provide a natural and powerful form of pain relief.