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Chinese Acupuncture Calgary
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Regular Clinic Hours
Monday to Friday
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Sessions by Appointment only
Urgent appointments outside of regular hours may be accommodated
Acupuncture & Other Treatments/Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Supplements
Emergency Services
TCM + Alternative Treatments
What Is Acupuncture All About?
Acupuncture is a part of the Ancient practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM is a system of healthcare that has evolved over thousands of years to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases. Due to its effectiveness, acupuncture became popular outside Asia and is now practiced in many western countries.
TCM indicates that the body’s vital energy, called Qi (pronounced chee), flows along specific channels or meridians in the body. If Qi is in balance a person has spiritual, emotional, and physical health. But when Qi in not in balance, disease may occur. Qi can be blocked, causing unbalance between the yin and yang. This refers to two opposite but connected principles in Chinese philosophy. TCM uses many approaches to create harmony between yin and yang and restore correct flow of energy through the meridians. One of these approaches is acupuncture. Acupuncturists believe the human body has more than 2,000 acupuncture points. They are linked through the various meridians. The use of acupuncture on certain points within the meridians is believed to improve the flow of blocked or stagnant Qi. Acupuncture can unblock these meridians. This restores movement of Qi and improves health.
Acupuncture, Alternative Treatments and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Chinese Acupuncture Calgary specializes in the following conditions:
Digestive Problems
Acupuncture can help patients dealing with persistent digestive issues. Numerous studies reveal that acupuncture improves your gastrointestinal health.
Pain Management
A significant number of medical conditions are accompanied by pain. Acupuncture has proved effective in pain management and has become a popular treatment for pain.
Mental & Physical Disorders
Traditional Chinese Medicine is holistic, and this sets it apart from many other treatment methods. It is used to treat both the physical and mental disorders of a patient.
Fertility Issues
Acupuncture along with a combination of other TCM treatments such as herbal medicines can be used to boost fertility in both genders.
Other medical conditions we treat at our clinic include allergies, skin problems, musculoskeletal issues, and circulatory, urinary, respiratory, eye, anxiety, and hearing disorders.
How Does Acupuncture Work?
According to TCM, you’re in good health when the life force referred to as “Qi” is in a state of balance. Qi is made up of the two interdependent extremes known as Yin and Yang. Disruption of these forces causes an imbalance and leads to illnesses like stress and anxiety, headaches, pain, and digestive disorders.
It is believed that Qi flows along 14 major pathways/channels in your body known as meridians. The blockage or depletion of Qi is what makes you ill.
The actual practice of acupuncture includes placing thin needles into the skin on certain points of a meridian which improves energy flow in those areas. These are then activated by the provider’s hands or through electrical stimulation. Studies have shown that acupuncture works well for many conditions. This is how acupuncture can be utilized for the treatment of various medical conditions.
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