Our acupuncture clinic is conveniently located in Carmel and north Indianapolis area. To achieve quick effects, we choose the best method from various types of acupuncture (e.g. ear, scalp, and body acupuncture), Guasha, and Chinese herbal medicine. Our wide selection of treatment methods and great clinical experience allow us to tackle difficult and complex disease conditions. Patients with special conditions or needs are welcome to make an appointment for free consultation or call with us.
New! Starting in October of 2022, we offer a unique traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment that is safe, convenient, and most important, precise and effective. Based on careful disease evaluation (particularly pulse diagnosis), a few types of herbal power (usually 3-6) in a small amount (usually 0.1-0.3 gram each) will be prescribed to be put underneath patient's tongue or taken in water. Then the patient's condition will be re-evaluated to feedback on the treatment effect and determine a herbal prescription for use for a few days to 1-2 weeks. Because the herbs being used are safe (all from plants) and in small amount (1/10 to over 1/100 of regular dosage), it is a safe, low-cost, and effective treatment for many chronic complex conditions and for promoting health condition when ones don't have any symptoms. Further information can be found below. To help more people benefit from this therapy, we currently offer a 33% off discount ($40 including clinic visit and one week of herbal power supply) for a limited time period.
Our clinic is very clean (we change sheets after every treatment) and quite; we uses single-use sterile needles and high quality Chinese herbs.
• Allergies and Asthma
• Chronic pains
• Cancer support
• Diabetes
• Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)
• Immune Enhancement
• Snoring
• Teeth grinding
• Urinary incontinence
• Varicose veins
Neurological and Mental Disorders
Epilepsy, Bell's Palsy, Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Detoxification, Migraines, Headaches, Insomnia, Post Stroke paralysis, Stress, Depression, Sleep disorders, Tic disorder, Parkinson's disease, and Dementia.
Motor system
Arthritis, Back Pain, Scoliosis, Heel pain, Tendonitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Sprains, Work-Related Injuries.
Respiratory, Cardiovascular, and Digestive systems
Sinusitis, Chronic bronchitis; Hypertension, Arrhythmia; Stomach Disorders, IBS and ulcerative colitis
Urinary and Reproductive system
Infertility, Menopause/PMS, Hot flash, Endometriosis, Dysmenorrhea, Menstrual Problems, Incontinence.
Metabolism and Immunology
Chronic Fatigue, Weight Loss, Alcohol Addiction, Diabetes.
Sensory systems
Dry or Red Eyes, Tinnitus (Ringing of Ears), Dizziness, Sinus Infections, Sore Throat, Taste or Smell loss.
Skin
Acne, Skin allergy.
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Acupuncture is a form of therapy that involves the insertion of needles into specific points on the body, known as acupuncture points or acupoints, to achieve therapeutic effects. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory (TCM), the human body has 14 meridians that circulate vital energy, or qi, and connect the visceral organs with the extremities. By stimulating acupoints along these meridians, the circulation of qi can be regulated, affecting the organs and body regions and treating diseases.
While the exact mechanisms and effects of acupuncture are not yet fully understood, modern biomedical research has shown that it has broad and significant effects on regulating inflammation, endogenous opioid release, immune function, and the activities and functions of various organs and systems. When used correctly, acupuncture can bring more benefits than just pain control.
During your first visit, you will have a diagnostic consultation with the acupuncturist. He will gather your medical history and examine any relevant information to make a diagnosis based on the principles of traditional Chinese medicine. If we determine that acupuncture or Chinese herbal medicine could benefit your condition, we will proceed with the first treatment.
To make it easier for treatment, we suggest wearing loose clothing that allows access to certain body parts, such as the thigh and back. As acupuncture treatment relies on regulating your own energy for healing, it is helpful to avoid being starved, exhausted, or in a bad mood before, during, or after your session.
The number of acupuncture treatment sessions required is determined by several factors, with disease condition being a major one. For instance, mild, acute, or functional disorders may require only a few treatment sessions (such as acute back pain or sprains, which usually only require one or a couple of treatments). On the other hand, severe, chronic, and structural diseases usually require more treatment sessions. Additionally, since individuals respond differently to acupuncture treatment, the patient's health condition and response also play a significant role in determining the number of sessions required. Finally, the skill and experience of the acupuncturist are also critical factors that can affect the treatment's effectiveness. In our clinic, we try our best to achieve the quickest treatment effect possible.
Needles used for acupuncture are very tiny and for single use only. People usually do not feel much pain when the needle is inserted. However, the inserted needles can produce a sensation of pressure, heaviness, or soreness in the local area, which actually indicates an effective response of the body to the needling. Some people feel relaxed and can fall asleep, which is normal.
Our clinic is unique in several ways:
According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, diseases are caused by (1) an insufficiency of energy or nutrients being generated in the body and organs (such as qi, fluid, yin, or yang deficiency), (2) an excess amount of energy or nutrients (such as excess heat or fluid) or accumulation of pathogenic factors (such as abnormal accumulation of qi and blood) in a body part or organ, or (3) a combination of both. Pulse diagnosis (and other TCM diagnosis methods) provides a means to determine the dynamic functional state of internal viscera to guide treatment. By using herbs to correct these abnormalities, we can treat diseases and restore a normal body balance.
Regarding one type of our TCM treatment, after a patient undergoes a careful evaluation of their disease condition (particularly through pulse diagnosis), they will be asked to drink a small amount of herbal powder (only 1-2 grams) mixed in water or place it underneath their tongue for 5-10 minutes. The patient will then be re-evaluated (primarily through pulse diagnosis) to determine the treatment's effectiveness (we can usually observe almost immediate effects of the herbs!). Some patients may experience symptom improvement quickly. This free process also provides an opportunity for the patients to test if this therapy is suitable for them. Based on the re-evaluation, a herbal powder for use for a few days to 1-2 weeks will be prescribed, and the patients typically take it twice daily.
In addition, we also have herbal pills available, depending on patient conditions and needs
In contrast to conventional TCM, we use smaller doses of herbal powder (~10x to up to 200x smaller) to achieve comparable or superior results. This is due to several factors: (1) precise diagnosis through pulse diagnosis is essential, allowing for the precise targeting of disease abnormalities and the restoration of body balance; (2) the use of high-quality herbal powder via the sublingual route allows for rapid absorption and effectiveness. Most significantly, this method has been used on hundreds and thousands of patients in China with positive outcomes, including challenging cases such as stroke, hypertension, and women's health.
Depending on diagnosis, the treatment can benefit many different health conditions:
1. It can effectively treat chronic conditions, such as insomnia, constipation, gastritis, back pain, menopause, and autoimmune diseases. Combining herbal medicine with acupuncture is particularly effective for deficient-type diseases, such as post-chemotherapy or post-radiotherapy cancer with qi and fluid deficiency, as it quickly replenishes what is lacking to restore balance and control symptoms.
2. People without severe symptoms or diagnoses can benefit greatly from TCM treatment. Those with suboptimal health, such as tiredness, lack of energy, feeling cold, or poor appetite, can have their body state normalized in a relatively short time. More importantly, TCM can prevent the development of more severe symptoms or diseases, helping to maintain optimal health.
The simple answer is Yes.
Acne is a common and frustrating condition for many people, but unfortunately, there are limited treatment options available (for further modern medical information, please click here). However, both acupuncture and Chinese herbs have been shown to be effective treatments for acne. These treatments work by regulating internal factors such as digestion, blood circulation, metabolism, and stress. They typically provide rapid relief, with most patients experiencing clear improvement within 1-2 treatments, and the results are long-lasting. Our treatment methods include acupuncture, wet cupping, and herbal powder, which can be used individually or in combination depending on the patient's condition.
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