Acupuncture In North Scottsdale AZ

Are you looking for acupuncture in North Scottsdale AZ? Did you know that acupuncture can give you PAIN relief - from the very first treatment? And the 2 acupuncture techniques I use at my North Scottsdale AZ chiropractic clinic … are so comfortable and relaxing, that many of my patients actually fall asleep during the gentle 20-30 minute sessions. I promise acupuncture treatments are always a comfortable experience for me. Think about what your life would be like - Pain-FREE without the need for dangerous medications or harsh chemical injections.

The Good News is:
Acupuncture stimulates specific healing points to help balance your body - so it can heal itself.

The Better News is:
Once I get your body balanced with acupuncture, you'll find the condition won't keep coming back, and you'll have more energy throughout the day.

Dr. Grgula studied acupuncture both privately, and at National, with Dr. Chih-Wei Rei, a Chinese Orthopedic Surgeon, and Chiropractic Physician. She has been certified in acupuncture since 1995.

Understanding Acupuncture in North Scottsdale AZ

As mentioned earlier, acupuncture has been practiced as a system of medicine for over 2400 years, but its philosophy and roots predate recorded history. In fact, it is believed that acupuncture was first performed using needles that were actually formed from grinding stones into fine points. As time progressed, the first text describing acupuncture as a system of medicine was produced around 300 B.C. (The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine). Soon after its introduction, finely crafted metal needles replaced the stone variety and it has been recorded that royalty routinely used gold and silver needles. While this original text has been revised, edited, and added too for thousands of years, it still serves as the foundation for the contemporary medical system. Today, acupuncture has been incorporated into many western paradigms and is practiced in hospitals and private health care clinics across the world.

How does Acupuncture work?

With all the toxins present in our various environments, it is important that our bodies are well suited to interact and deal with each challenge that we face. While traditional and western explanations of acupuncture vary, each fundamentally deals with acclimating our body to our surroundings. After thousands of years of research, various points across the body have been located that have a significant impact on our body's overall physiology. Typically, depending on the desired end result, fine needles are meticulously positioned at these points to stimulate various aspects of our hormonal, immune, and endocrine systems. Once these systems have been stimulated, a number of neurotransmitters, natural pain killers, and hormones are released. Patients at our Accurate Care Medical Wellness Center have described the following effects of acupuncture treatments:

• Decreases in muscles spasms and pain
• Decrease in swelling at various points across the body
• A general decrease in pain
• A decrease in illnesses due to stimulation of the immune system
• Lower levels of back and neck pain
• Fewer headaches
• Improved digestion
• Overall better sleep
• Fewer injuries during recreational sports
• Females report less gynecological issues

What should I expect during my acupuncture treatment?

The first thing to understand prior to an acupuncture session is that the needles used are much different than those that you would typically encounter at a hospital. Most patients describe their acupuncture treatment as a calm and relaxing experience. In fact, some patients report feeling little to nothing at all.

On your first visit to our clinic in North Scottsdale AZ, we will begin by performing a thorough history and examination. After the results are analyzed, we will identify the problematic areas and develop an individualized treatment plan. After the sterile needles are positioned, patients typically rest for 30-45 minutes as the treatment takes its course. Depending on the individual case, massage, moist heat, or cold packs may be combined with the therapy. The total visit typically lasts around an hour.

As with many conditions, the treatment effect can vary depending on the severity of the problem. Many patients report feeling immediate relief, while others describe noticing changes up to two days following the therapy. Depending on the patient and the number of visits, relief may last anywhere from a few hours to several weeks. It will be important to monitor this so that your treatment schedule can be altered appropriately.

While side effects are minimal, some patients have reported minor bouts of nausea, bruising, muscle pain, and difficulty sleeping following their initial treatment. If this occurs don't be alarmed and notify your treating health care professional prior to your next visit.

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