Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine

We practice a full medicine traditional Chinese thinking and diagnosis along with skills in acupuncture, herbs, and Asian bodywork therapy

Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine

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Practiced for over 5,000 years in China, acupuncture and Chinese Herbology together are referred to as Traditional Chinese Medicine, a holistic health system that is used to prevent and treat many forms of pain and dis-ease, as well as provide guidance for improved health. There are over 365 Chinese herbs commonly used in formulas treating internal and external dis-harmonies. At ASAOM we use raw herbs formulas, made specifically for the patient, and prepared herb formulas (pills), according to their individual needs.

A Traditional Chinese Medical Practitioner will examine a patient’s whole health history, their diet, life-style, emotional tendencies, as well as their specific areas of concern. The practitioner will also look at the patient’s tongue and take their pulses. With all this information, a practitioner can assess the main patterns of disharmony and begin to work on balancing the systems.

There are several theories as to why acupuncture is so effective. One popular theory is that when acupuncture is applied there is a chemical endorphin-like reaction of releasing enkephalins from the nervous system that helps the body relax by reducing pain sensations. Latest studies show a possible realignment of negative and positive ions in the fluid system along the meridian channels. It is believed that, while acupuncture influences the nervous system, it does not do so by directly contacting nerve endings, rather it communicates with receptor cells which transform energy in the language of nerve impulses.

We offer a discount on follow-up appointments to students; senior citizens, age 60 and over (with valid identification); and low income eligible individuals with a completed application. The exception to discounts is the Tuina Clinic on Thursday afternoons. Occasionally, there are opportunities for free treatments in Clinical Classes. If you would like additional information, please contact the Clinic Director.

 



Address

4646 E Ft. Lowell

City

Tucson

State

AZ

Zip Code

85712

Phone Number

520-795-5999

Email Address

admissions@asaom.edu

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