What Acupuncture Treats
The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture as a proven form of treatment for many conditions, such as; low back pain, neck pain, rheumatoid arthritis, headaches, sciatica, joint sprains, periarthritis of the shoulder, postoperative pain, and many others. You may find more information about research here.
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, is a 2,200 year old treatment strategy created to promote balance in the body. This ancient form of medicine places a focus on patterns of symptoms and their effects, rather than specific diseases and their causes. Acupuncture is administered primarily on the meridians of the body – which Eastern Medicine describes as channels in where ‘qi’, or ‘energy’, flows. Our goal is to identify patterns in the body and how they may be causing symptoms. With this information, we create a unique treatment plan to promote healing and balance.
You can read more about our acupuncture in our Naperville office. Acupuncture is a gentle way to reduce pain and restore function. Very often patients also report a feeling of overall wellbeing and relaxation after treatment.
What Does Acupuncture Feel Like?
Acupuncture is typically a gentle, calming experience.
Acupuncture needles are solid, sterile, and remarkably thin. Upon insertion, they may cause sensations of dullness, achiness, tingling – or no sensation at all. Most people find the session deeply relaxing, with some even falling asleep during the process. Acupuncture is widely recognized as a relaxing experience. You may contact us with questions or book an appointment online.
How Do I Get Started?
Many insurance plans may fully or partially cover the cost of acupuncture. Our staff is available to answer any questions you may have. Acupuncture is known to be helpful for many conditions, if you have a question about one you’re struggling with, you may discuss it with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that uses very fine needles at specific points on the body to support natural healing. At DuPage Health & Physical Therapy in Naperville, our practitioners use it as part of a whole mind and body approach, focused on healing and prevention rather than only controlling symptoms.
How does acupuncture work?
Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points to help the body regulate itself and restore balance. Our practitioners combine it with integrative holistic medicine, building an individual treatment plan around what each patient needs rather than following one standard protocol.
Does acupuncture hurt?
Acupuncture needles are much finer than the needles used for injections, and most people feel little or nothing when they are placed. Some describe a dull ache or a warm feeling at the point, which usually settles within moments.
Is acupuncture safe?
Acupuncture is a non-invasive, natural treatment with a long safety record when carried out by a trained practitioner. Both of our acupuncturists trained extensively in China, and between them have more than 40 years of clinical experience.
What conditions can acupuncture help treat?
Our acupuncturists treat pain, nerve impingement, sports injuries, arthritis, fibromyalgia, sciatica, migraines, disc bulging or herniation, and carpal tunnel syndrome. They also work with patients experiencing stress, depression, insomnia, and anxiety, and have particular interest in infertility and assisted IVF, sleep disorders, facial rejuvenation, digestive issues, menopause and post-cancer treatment.
Can acupuncture be combined with chiropractic care?
Yes. Both are available in the same Naperville office, so your plan can draw on either or both.
