Acupuncture

Acupuncture can treat most diseases. The following is a partial list of some which lend themselves particularly well to acupuncture treatments.
Arthritis, Tendonitis, Back Pain, Tennis/Golfer's Elbow, Frozen Shoulder, Stiff Neck, Headache, Migraine, Injury. Digestive Disorders, Diarrhea, Constipation, Urinary Difficulties, Emotional Imbalances, Insomnia, Fatigue. Skin Problems, Scars, Hair Loss, Weight Loss, Cravings, Addictions.	Facial Pain & Spasm, Neuropathy, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Post Stroke Paralysis and Weakness, Lupus, Diabetes. Allergies, Sinusitis, Asthma, Bronchitis, Colds and Flu symptoms, Painful Period, PMS, Menopausal Symptoms.

Grace Okhiulu, MS, RN, LAc, Dipl.CH

Grace Okhiulu received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Paul Quinn College, an Associates Degree in Nursing from McIennan Community College, Waco, Texas, and a Master of Science degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, New York, New York. She is nationally certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology and is licensed to practice Acupuncture in New York state.

What is Acupuncture?
	Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used medical procedures in the world. The practice originated in China centuries ago and spread worldwide. In the U.S. it became better known in 1971. Acupuncture theorizes that there are patterns of energy flow called Qi (pronounced "chee") through the body that are essential to health. Imbalances in the pattern of flow result in disease. To treat the imbalances, sterile hair-thin needles are painlessly placed in the skin and left there for several minutes to an hour. This procedure ins known to beneficial in the treatment of a variety of health conditions.
How does Acupuncture work?
	According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there are more than two thousand acupuncture points on the human body. These points connect twelve main and eight secondary pathways called meridians. Meridians conduct energy or Qi throughout the body. When acupuncture needles are place din points along the pathways, the body's electromagnetic signals, which are already present and in communication between nerve cells, are relayed at a greater rate than under normal conditions. Neurotransmitters and neurohormones (e.g. endorphins) are released which effect changes in brain chemistry, sensations and body function. The resulting chemical changes can reduce pain and fever, induce sleep, activate the immune system and regulate body systems. In this way, imbalances in energy flow are corrected. Western scientific research has demonstrated the effects of acupuncture, but has yet to explain its curative effects.
What is the Acusound?
	Acusound is the use of pure sound above 20Hz on acupuncture points to achieve healing. The sound waves are delivered primarily by precision calibrated tuning forks which are used because of their purity of tone. Pure tones rarely occur in nature, so the body takes note. Tuning forks can be used alone, or together with other Oriental Medicine techniques such as Acupuncture and Chinese Bodywork (Tui Na).
How does Acusound work?
	Acusound, know also as Acutone, Sonopuncture and Harmonic Medicine, is a form of Tone Therapy. It is not Music Therapy. The tones resonate through the body's water and bone rather than the ear canal, so that the technique can be used even on the deaf. The use of harmonic sound for healing is not new. Centuries, ago, the seer Pythagoras, a twenty-two year student of the ancient Egyptians, used specially designed flutes, while the ancient Chinese employed two-toned bells. Tuning forks were used after their invention in 18th century Europe. Tone Therapy balances and harmonizes acupuncture pathways and invigorates the body's energy. When struck on an acuvator, the forks resonate, vibrate and emit a tone. As they resonate, they are applied to the body's acupuncture points. The tone travels deep through the body along energy pathways. The entire body is permeated including tissues, muscles and inner organs. Deep inner balance, relaxation and well-being are achieved which provide a wonderful relief of stress. At higher frequencies, it is a beneficial deep tissue massage.