The Value of an Acupuncturist

An acupuncturist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina from Acupractic can provide you pain relief without drugs or surgery. Acupuncture is a medically proven method of treating patients who suffer from an array of health issues. At Acupractic, we understand the powerful connection between the mind and body. Our highly trained staff also understands the power of the body's ability to heal without surgery or strong narcotics which may only mask the symptoms of the problem. Acupuncture can address the cause of the problem and provide a long term or permanent solution.

What should I know about acupuncture?

• Acupuncture is over 3,000 years old and originates in China.
• As a form of natural or alternative medicine, acupuncture is used to alleviate pain, improve digestion, relieve insomnia, and better a person's emotional wellbeing.
• In 1997, the National Institute of Health documented the safety of acupuncture, as well as its effectiveness. Today, many insurance policies cover acupuncture treatments. Acupractic Natural Healing Center in Chapel Hill has more than two decades of experience helping patients.

Acupuncture 101: How does it work?

Acupuncture promotes the body's natural ability to heal while improving its overall functioning. To do this, specific points on the body known as acupoints are stimulated with very fine, sterile needles. Heat, pressure, and electrical stimulation may be added to the needles to enhance the stimulation process. Additional techniques that may happen during, before, or after an acupuncture session includes massage, cupping, moxibustion, or the application of topical herbs or tinctures.

What is the philosophy behind acupuncture?

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the body and universe are two opposing forces, or yin and yang. When these forces are equal, the body is in good health. In the body are pathways or meridians. These carry energy, known as qi, throughout the body. Their constant flow is what maintains the balance of the body. However, if there is a blockage in these pathways, a disruption of energy occurs; thereby, causing pain, discomfort, and illness. Acupuncture is meant to release these blockages and stimulate free flowing energy in the body.

Acupuncturist Lisa Oskardmay LAc, DC in Chapel Hill, NC enjoys seeing new patients and former patients in her comfortable clinic at convenient Eastowne Properties. She and her office assistant Deborah work together for many years to provide Chapel Hill, Durham, and surrounding communities with healing acupuncture treatments in their three comfortable treatment rooms, each equipped with relaxing low lights, table warmers and soothing relaxing music.

Dr. Oskardmay, a licensed acupuncturist in Chapel Hill, NC since 1995, has been trained to evaluate meridian imbalance and channel blockage from her years of practice and post-graduate master level education at Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine in Boone, NC. She worked for 10 years as a chiropractor before going to Jung Tao and has a deep working knowledge of body mechanics and energetics. A licensed chiropractic physician and licensed acupuncturist, she is also certified in facial rejuvenation acupuncture.

What conditions can acupuncture treat?

• Neck pain
• Back pain
• High blood pressure
• Menstrual issues
• Skin problems
• Migraine headaches
• Allergies
• Asthma
• Anxiety and stress
• Panic attacks
• Depression
• Chronic fatigue
• Digestive issues
• Insomnia

The Length of Acupuncture Treatment

The answer will vary based on the following factors:

• Your age
• Your health before developing your current illness or disease
• Your overall health and the extent of your current illness or disease
• Your current environmental factors in terms of toxicity, stress, etc.

What are the risks of acupuncture?

• Light bleeding, bruising, or soreness at the site of insertion
• Bleeding if the patient is on blood thinners or has a blood clotting disorder
• Inducing labor if the patient is pregnant
• Affecting pacemaker if used with electrical stimulation
• Infection around the insertion site

In general, as long as you are seeing a qualified acupuncturist in Chapel Hill, NC the risks are very low. To learn more about acupuncture, or to speak with our licensed acupuncturist call Acupractic Natural Healing Center in Chapel Hill, NC at (919) 929-1400.