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 Minneapolis

Xinrong He TCMD, LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"Xinrong He has more than 30 years" of clinic experiences. She practiced in China for over 20 years before coming to Minnesota in 1995. She is the author of "Identifying Diseases by ..." See full profile	1313 5th St SE Ste 212 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414 (612) 379-3583
Cassandra K. Roberson OM, L.Ac., MS Acupuncturist	send email
"At Shakti Clinic/Devi Nagar, we combine the best of Eastern healing, (Ayurvedic, Traditional Chinese and Tibetan medicine), using acupuncture, herbal pharmacopoeia, yoga therapy, and breathing techniques, e.g. ear candling, Energetic Healing, and ..." See full profile	2817 Lyndale Ave S E Minneapolis, Minnesota 55428 (763) 536-9350
Donna Ellen Peterson Acupuncturist	send email
"Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is a systematic method to treat most symptoms. If you want more relief from syptoms of your disease or freedom from your drug's side effects, this is a ..." See full profile	2720 W 43rd Street Suite 206 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55410 (952) 270-7439
Wei Liu Acupuncturist	send email
"TCM Health Centers are integrated traditional Chinese medicine clinics with highly-trained practitioners who treat common health conditions as well as difficult health problems. Each fully-licensed practitioner applies specialized knowledge in the field ..." See full profile	2930 Emerson Ave. S SuiteB Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408 (612) 823-6650
Gu Li TCMD, LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"After graduating from Beijing Traditional Medical University, I spent 30 years working as a medical doctor in hospitals of Chinese medicine in China, gaining extensive experience with every sort of medical condition. ..." See full profile	2930 Emerson Ave. S. SuiteB Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408 (612) 823-6650
Cornell Sabrina Miller LAc, DiplAc, NCCAOM Acupuncturist	send email
"I believe that health is a manifestation of balance, both within the body itself and between the body and the external enviroment. By adjusting and stimulating the flow of energy through Acupuncture, ..." See full profile	2213 E 38th St Minneapolis, Minnesota 55407 (612) 558-1427
Missing LAc Acupuncturist	send email
"The gift of good health, like a diamond, is one of nature's most beautiful gifts. I use the nature-based manner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to spark innate healing within the body ..." See full profile	2415 Hennepin Ave South Minneapolis, Minnesota 55405 (612) 872-9133

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