ACUPUNCTURE

by: Janet Waterfield
Acupuncture Physician, Master of Oriental Medicine.
305-855-3775
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Janet Waterfield holds a Masters in Oriental Medicine, is a Florida Certified Acupuncture Physician, and Nationally Board Certified Dipl. Ac. NCCAOM. She has undertaken extended study in the use of Extraordinary Vessel treatment for both physical and non-somatic disorders, and is also a certified hypnotherapist.

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is the cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which also includes modalities such as moxabustion and cuppping. Developed over 2500 years ago, this system encompasses both diagnosis and treatment of disease. Treatment involves the insertion of very fine needles into points along Meridian pathways (energy channels). Recent research has confirmed the existence and location of these points.

TCM recognizes that symptoms are part of a larger and interconnected whole. It is not possible to treat parts without affecting the whole; conversely, the whole must be treated in order to treat the symptoms.

How Does Acupuncture Work?

Qi (pronounced "chee) is life energy that flows through the body in a network of channels called Meridians. As long as Qi Flow is smooth and sufficient, there is health. Should Qi be disrupted, for example by trauma, stress, poor nutrition, environmental or genetic factors, illness may result.

Acupuncture is a method of balancing and restoring the free flow of Qi, thereby promoting health.

Acupuncture has been recognized by both the World Health Organization and the treating a wide variety of illnesses.

Musculoskeletal Disorders – tennis elbow, frozen shoulder, TMJ, sciatica, low back pain, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, joint pain
Respiratory Disorders – colds & flu, asthma, bronchitis
Gastrointestinal Disorders – diarrhea, constipation, acid reflux, nausea, indigestion
Circulatory Disorders – hypertension, high cholesterol, arteriosclerosis
Gynecological Disorders – menstrual irregularity, PMS, infertility, menopausal symptoms

Acupuncture is safe when performed by a licensed professional. Needles are individually packaged, sterile, and disposed of after one use.

Acupuncture needles are about the thickness of a hair, nothing like the hypodermic needles used to give shots. The sensation of insertion is often described as “tickling”, “tingling”, or “pulling”.

Most people find acupuncture very relaxing, often sleeping during treatment. Wear loose, comfortable clothing for your appointment, relax, and feel free to ask your Acupuncture Physician any questions you may have about your treatment.

**Acupuncture Clients**
Please download and fill out the forms below. Bring them with you on your first visit. All information will be kept strictly confidential.
Janet Waterfield, Acupuncture Physician, Master of Oriental Medicine.
305-855-3775

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