JAPANESE ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture has been used for a variety of health problems for centuries, by regulating the body’s ability to heal, through the stimulation of specially-defined body points, using very fine sterilised disposable filiform needles. Stimulation of these points activates the acupuncture channels, activating and balancing the body’s organs, endocrine and immune systems.
"Japanese Acupuncture: returning to the classics"
article taken from Blue Mountains Gazette 15/09/2010
Japanese acupuncture is noted for it absolute comfort in the following areas:
1. Much finer needles with insertion tubes allowing gentle tapping and control
2. Needling very shallow without manipulation Many times needles do not penetrate the skin but simply touch the points
3. Point location by palpation with patients verifying immediately the effect via reflex points
4. Pulses and abdomen palpated to indicate patterns of imbalances and treatment
5. Greater variety of points used for immediate palpable effects rather than standardised point combinations
6. Unique variations and refinements in cupping, thermal therapy, microbleeding, and physical therapetic movements, and
7. Japanese Acupuncture harmonises Ki in the body through the meridian systems instead of herbal diagnosis methods
Acupuncture is helpful for the following conditions:
Respiratory System Disorders
Coughs, Colds, Asthma, Sinusitis, general immunity
Digestive Disorders
Gastritis, indigestion, constipation and diarrhoea, hemorrhoids, nausea, poor appetite
Female Health
Menstrual disorders, fertility, menopause, premenstrual syndrome, morning sickness, IVF support, endometriosis
Male Health
Impotence, premature ejaculation, fertility, erectile dysfunction
Muscle and Joint Disorders
Lumbar pain, tennis elbow, arthritis, sprains, sciatica, strains, sports injuries
Skin Disorders
Eczema, dermatitis, acne
General and Emotional Concerns
Allergies, insomnia, headaches and migraine, depression, anxiety, frustration, low energy and fatigue