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Acupuncture
Ancient Eastern medicine meets a modern Western approach to health
Acupuncture may help with a wide range of conditions, disorders, and symptoms
Treatments are tailored for individual case circumstances, which enhances the efficacy of the treatment. Dr. Bath will determine if acupuncture treatment is right for you, based upon your symptoms and unique medical history. When a needle is inserted, a slight pinching will be felt. However once the session is underway, many patients feel very relaxed and even fall asleep.
The goal of acupuncture practitioners is to understand the patterns of disease of the individual at the time of examination. They will assess your physical condition, by identifying symptoms, uncovering your medical history and any external factors that may impact your health and well-being, through an extended interview. Acupuncture practitioners will perform an exam based off your health history and reason for your visit. Regions of the body evaluated reflect the conditions of the heart, liver, the right and left kidney, lung and spleen. Additionally they will perform palpation techniques of various acupuncture channels and points, with the aim of discovering abnormal reactions that occur when disease appears in the body. Based upon all of the collected information, the practitioner will determine the stage to which the disease has developed, location of the disease and the amount of the body's strength and resistance to fight the disease. They will then choose the acupuncture points, the techniques and methods, to be used in order to regulate and bring the body into balance.
Once the diagnosis is made, you lie down on a padded bed or be seated in a chair while hair-thin needles are inserted into the acupuncture points. Needles come in different lengths and widths, according to the depth of the insertion. Depending upon the placement of the needles, you may lie face down or face up or on your side. The procedure is not generally painful. Most people feel very peaceful and may even fall asleep. The needles are usually in place for 20-30 minutes. Each condition requires a different number of needles at various acupuncture points. A typical treatment usually requires between 4 and 20 needles. According to the nature of the problem being treated, 1 to 12 treatments are usually needed. Your acupuncture practitioner will be able to assess the approximate amount of treatments needed after your first visit.
Basic facts and FAQs about acupuncture care:
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Acupuncture may help with a wide range of conditions, disorders, and symptoms. Treatments are tailored for individual case circumstances, which enhances the efficacy of the treatment. Dr. Bath will determine if acupuncture treatment is right for you, based upon your symptoms and unique medical history.
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No, the needles do not hurt. In fact, most people barely feel anything when needles are inserted. Some people feel a slight pinch, and others ask “Is it in yet?” Acupuncture needles are solid, flexible, and very, very thin (about the width of two hairs)
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Yes. Dr. Bath may use her hands to put pressure on particular acupuncture points. She may also use a variety of mechanical devices to stimulate affected areas.
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Acupuncture is not recommended for people with bleeding disorders, metal allergies, or infections in the area where needles are inserted. It's also not recommended for people taking anticoagulant medicines or other medications. You should consult your doctor before getting acupuncture.
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Acupuncture is extremely safe. Dr. Bath uses sterilized needles which are properly disposed, in accordance with health regulations.
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Most disorders require between 6 and 10 sessions in order to effectively correct or alleviate a problem. At the time of the initial examination, Dr. Bath will evaluate your condition and will assess the approximate number of treatments needed.
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Wear loose clothing to allow access to acupuncture points. Have a light meal or snack shortly before your treatment.
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Wear loose fitting clothes
Eat something before your appointment
Don't brush your tongue before treatment
Get ready to relax
Stay hydrated after treatment
Our Commitment to Care
Patients seeking treatment at Stepping Stone Chiropractic with Dr. Bath are assured of receiving only the finest quality care through the use of modern Chiropractic and acupuncture technique. Dr. Bath and the staff have a genuine concern for your well-being!
If you have not been to a chiropractor before and want to find out more, please call us at (804) 798-7575 to receive the answers to your questions from our experienced team. We also welcome referrals, so we invite you to share our chiropractic and wellness information with your friends and loved ones.
Come Visit Us!
Come see us at one of Stepping Stone Chiropractic’s two locations in Ashland and Richmond, VA. All of our locations offer chiropractic care and acupuncture. We offer chiropractic care, acupuncture, custom orthotics, lifestyle advice, and corrective exercises. Our Ashland location also offers an infrared sauna! Call today or book an appointment through our app.
Ashland, VA
403 England St, Ashland, VA
Open:
Tues & Thurs 7:30am - 5:30pm
*By appointment only
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Richmond, VA
8913 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA
Open:
Mon & Wed 8am - 5pm
Fri 8am - 11am
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