Why Should I Consider Acupuncture?
Acupuncture focuses on treating the root cause of conditions by working to balance your body’s innate flow of energy called Qi. Acupuncture is for everyone, and you do not need to be ill to add acupuncture to your health and wellness routine. Valencie “Vie” Exceus is an Acupuncture Physician licensed by state of Florida with over 17 years of experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) or Oriental Medicine.
Chronic Pain
Aid in the relief from migraines, neck and back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis, and overall pain management.
Mental and Emotional
Helps to relieve symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress and insomnia.
Digestion
Assist with conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, colitis, gastritis and constipation.
Urinary and Reproductive
Aid in providing relief from menstrual cramps, irregular or heavy periods, infertility and menopausal symptoms
Diabetes
Aid in glucose management, peripheral neuropathy, fatigue, stress, and nervous system regulation.
Stress Reduction
Acupuncture may help in stress reduction - as it promotes relaxation, and it has been reported to help release bodily tension.What to Expect During an Acupuncture Session?
Here are the details of what to expect during your acupuncture appointment
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You will be asked to provide your medical history
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Conversation and a brief exam to determine treatment approach
- You will be asked to lie down on a table and the acupuncturist will gently put the needles into the appropriate points of your body (meridians)
- The acupuncturist will use the appropriate needles to treat the area of concern, plus other connected underlying conditions
- The needles are placed in your meridian and by doing so they aid in returning the body and mind to homeostasis
- Sessions length may vary, but often time the portion of having the needles in the body lasts for 20 to 30 minutes
- The room will be clean and comfortable, with relaxing sound playing and the lights dimmed
- The acupuncturist will leave you to relax in the room, and will periodically enter the room to check on you
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After the session, the acupuncturist will remove the needles and have a post treatment conversation
- Date/time for the next treatment session will be selected