Wilmington NC Acupuncture, Natural Balance Acupuncture and Herbs

ACUPUNCTURE

Asian medicine is practiced at Natural Balance Acupuncture and Herbs, LLC, meaning that the treatment modalities emphasized are based on knowledge from not only Traditional Chinese Medicine but also Japanese Traditional Medicine. Both have been practiced for over a thousand years. Acupuncture, herbal medicine, moxibustion, cupping, massage, Qigong exercises, dietary and lifestyle counseling are all important parts of Asian Medicine. Asian medicine is based on the Taoist understanding of a universe where everything is interdependent and naturally interactive. The interventions used in our treatments address each patient's individual needs. Our goal is to reestablish harmony and balance in an effort to restore or enhance health and vitality to each of our patients.

The Chinese have been using and refining acupuncture techniques for more than 3,000 years, with extraordinary effect. It is an empirical science, meaning that it has been proven over time to be effective for various ailments. The World Health Organization and the National Institute of Health, both recognize acupuncture to be a valid choice for the treatment of various health issues. Acupuncture involves the placement of fine, sterile, stainless steel needles into acupuncture points on the body with the intention of strengthening the body and reducing pain. With a series of treatments, it is expected that beneficial changes in the patient's pattern will occur. The needles are single-use and disposed of appropriately.