What kind of problems can acupuncture treat?
Classical Five Element Acupuncture addresses symptoms by stimulating the body-mind’s own healing mechanisms. That is to say, in Chinese medicine any complaint, whether of a physical, emotional or mental nature, is considered to be the result of imbalance. The first approach to treatment is to re-establish the smooth flow of energy, eliminating stagnation and blockage. Classical Five Element acupuncture does not aim to attack the specific symptom, but to support the body-mind to heal itself. Therefore, whether your symptoms involve back pain, arthritis, neuralgia, depression, or any number of other common complaints; acupuncture can be beneficial in the healing process. This does not preclude Classical Five Element acupuncturists from doing treatments more specific to the particular complaint, but these are done with caution so as not to interfere with the healing process.
