About Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Medicine views the body as an intricate system of organs connected by pathways known as meridians. Good health depends upon the smooth flow of energy, or Qi, through these meridians. When the flow of Qi is blocked or disrupted, pain and illness result. Acupuncture restores the smooth flow of Qi by inserting fine, hair-like needles at specific points along the meridians. As the flow of Qi returns to normal, health and well-being are gradually restored. Acupuncture needles are thin and flexible, thereby permitting virtually painless insertion. Treatments last from 20-30 minutes. Patients describe the sessions as pleasant and relaxing. (Yo San's clinic uses only sterile disposable needles that are properly discarded after each treatment, eliminating the possibility of contamination and disease transmission.)