Acupuncture Overview

Acupuncture originated in China about 2,500 years ago. The practice is based on the philosophy of yin and yang—two opposite forces that govern all aspects of life, including health. Ailments result from an imbalance of these two forces, which is caused by the disruption or blockage of energy, or chi, in the body.

Acupuncturists stimulate points along specific energy pathways, or meridians, to help chi flow freely. A body with balanced, free-flowing chi will be able to heal specific symptoms by itself. Thin metal needles are the most common means of stimulation, although massage, heat, lasers and magnets are also used.

Acupuncture did not become popular in the United States until Richard Nixon visited China in 1972, sparking widespread interest. Today, millions of Americans undergo acupuncture procedures every year, utilizing a combination of techniques developed in East Asian countries; such as China, Japan and Korea, where people often use both traditional and modern medicine to treat their illnesses.

While it is difficult to study, acupuncture is generally thought to be effective. It has been used to alleviate ailments such as nausea, dental pain, headaches, menstrual cramps, tennis elbow, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, lower back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome and asthma. It may also help patients fight addiction and aid stroke victims undergoing rehabilitation.

Acupuncturists in Atlanta

Mariryan Heschmeyer DOM, AP, MA Acupuncturist	send email
"I have seen ailments all over the charts and success the same. I work with professional athletes on a daily basis and see sport related injuries throughout the day. However i have ..." See full profile	3050 Peachtree Road Suite 3 Atlanta, Georgia 30305 (404) 467-1278
Li Liu L.Ac Acupuncturist	send email
"Most women came to me for help with their infertility issues, either in natural approach or in combination with IUIs or iVFs. Other women issues include fibroid, PCOS, ovarian cyst, PMS and ..." See full profile	455 E Paces Ferry Rd Suite 201 Atlanta, Georgia 30305 (404) 841-9994
Li Du LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Dr. Du Li, TCMD, is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Georgia.She is a former professor in Oriental Medicine at the School of Georgia and a board member of the Traditional Chinese Medicine ..." See full profile	5775 Peachtree Dunwoody Road Suite C-200 Atlanta, Georgia 30342 (404) 368-6196
Kerri Winston PhD, LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Ideal patients at Acupuncture Works know that it is important to take their health seriously and to live in such a way that well being is enhanced in every aspect of life, ..." See full profile	3115 Piedmont Road NE Suite E-102 Atlanta, Georgia 30305 (404) 949-0550
Henry Chung Phd, LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Through much practice and experiences, I have always had a different approach in the world of oriental medicine and acupuncture. I have studied and practiced extensively in this field to distinguish myself ..." See full profile	5953 Buford Hwy Suite 201 Atlanta, Georgia 30340 (770) 457-8947
Paul Michael Murphy LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"I have been practicing for 14 years and have seen thousands of patients with pain they thought they would never get rid of. All types of migraines, neck, shoulder, back, leg, sciatic, ..." See full profile	1155 Hammond Drive Suite 4285 Atlanta, Georgia 30328 (770) 905-5560
David Chancelor Hobbs LAC Acupuncturist	send email
"The increasing need for integration of Western and Chinese medicine is at the heart of my philosophical approach to healing. In addition to pain management and relief, I specialize in cancer treatment ..." See full profile	1800 Peachtree St Ste 420 Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (404) 605-9091
Tae Sun Park DOM Acupuncturist	send email
"Tae Sun Park DOM is professor at Edgewood College of GA. He is Lisenced acupuncturist and chinese herbologist in N.Y and G.A. He is member of SOMUN academic association in Korea.He is ..." See full profile	5441 Buford hwy Suite202 Atlanta, Georgia 30340 (404) 488-9648

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