Acupuncture



​​​​​​​Balancing Your Energy:
The Secret to Vibrant Health

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Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese healing method where thin needles are gently inserted into specific points on your body. These points are thought to be connected by pathways called meridians, which carry vital energy, known as Qi. By stimulating these points, acupuncture aims to rebalance your body and support its natural healing abilities. It's often used to relieve pain, reduce stress, boost mood, and treat various health issues.

At our practice, we not only offer acupuncture but also use cutting-edge technology like AcuGraph to track your progress. We begin by scanning patients at the start of their treatment and then compare reports around the 11th or 12th visit to see how things are changing. This helps us tailor your care more effectively.

If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it!

Ancient Wisdom Meets Cutting-Edge Technology:

The AcuGraph® Digital Meridian Imaging™ system is a computerized tool used to analyze and document the energetic status of the acupuncture meridians. Your healthcare practitioner will use the system in a short examination by touching a moistened probe to acupuncture points on your hands and feet.

  1. What is AcuGraph? The AcuGraph Digital Meridian Imaging system is a computerized tool used to analyze and document the energetic status of the acupuncture meridians. Your healthcare practitioner will use the system in a short examination by touching a moistened probe to acupuncture points on your hands and feet.

  2. What are Acupuncture Meridians? Acupuncture meridians are invisible energy pathways in your body that have been used therapeutically for over 5000 years. These meridians conduct life-force energy, or Qi (pronounced “chee”) in and around all the parts of your body. Blockage or interference in these meridian pathways can result in energetic imbalances that may contribute to negative health conditions. The primary goal of acupuncture treatment is to restore energetic balance and proper energy flow to these meridians, thus allowing your body to function normally and return to health naturally.

  3. How can AcuGraph help me? The AcuGraph system allows your practitioner to measure and analyze the energy level of each acupuncture meridian. Armed with this information, your healthcare practitioner can make better-informed decisions about your condition, and provide the best treatment possible.

  4. What does my P.I.E. score mean? Within the P.I.E. chart, each wedge of the circle represents one meridian pathway. Those shown in green are balanced and functioning properly. Colors that do not extend to the edge of the circle identify and classify your meridian energy imbalances.AcuGraph Digital ImagingYour P.I.E. (Personal Integrated Energetics) score includes a complete analysis of all your meridian pathways and reflects the overall health of your meridian energy system. A perfect score of 100 reflects complete balance and unimpeded flow of your Qi energy. A lower score means there are various imbalances that you and your healthcare practitioner should address together.

  5. Why Did We Choose AcuGraph? AcuGraph is the premiere measurement tool of its type on the market today. It provides a fast and efficient exam, gives the most advanced treatment options, and allows us to easily track your progress. AcuGraph is the natural choice for analysis because we are committed to high-quality care and outstanding results. We insist on providing the highest quality care, and this is the most important reason we have chosen the AcuGraph system.​​​​​​​

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I expect in my AcuGraph exam?

The exam itself is brief and comfortable. You will need to remove your shoes and socks, and sit or lie comfortably during the exam. You will hold a metal bar in one hand, and your practitioner will touch a probe lightly to your skin in various spots on your hands and feet. During the exam, you will hear the computer produce tones that mean the exam is progressing properly. The entire exam takes about 2 minutes.

Is AcuGraph Safe?

AcuGraph uses a tiny electric current to test the conductivity of each of your acupuncture meridians. This electrical current is extremely safe for infants, children, adults and the elderly alike. In fact, the only safety concern at all is when there is a pacemaker or other implanted medical device present. In that case, the AcuGraph exam is not performed.

Will I feel anything?

Yes. The tip of the probe will be moist, so you will feel the moisture where the probe touches your skin. But it’s very unlikely you’ll feel the electric current. It’s far too small to be felt in most cases.

What will I learn from the AcuGraph exam?

The AcuGraph exam will show you the balance of energy in your acupuncture meridians. This balaknce, or lack of balance, is an important key to understanding the state of your health and potential health issues. Your practitioner will help you understand the exam results in the context of your current condition.

If I have energy imbalances, does it mean I’m sick?

Not necessarily. It only means there is an imbalance. According to acupuncture theory, energy imbalances in your meridians, left untreated, may lead to health problems. That’s why it’s important to locate and correct imbalances—before they become severe.

Is one exam enough?

In general, you’ll start with your first exam to establish a baseline, and than have at least one follow-up exam to track your progress. Most likely you will have several AcuGraph exams over the course of several weeks.

How often should I have an AcuGraph exam?

Once your initial imbalances are corrected, it’s a good idea to follow up occasionally—so you can catch problems before they grow. Your acupuncture practitioner will recommend how often you should be checked.