ACUPUNCTURE WORKS!

Acupuncture is one of the oldest methods of health care practiced in the world. It is also one of the safest, and addresses the whole person: body, mind, emotions and spirit. Acupuncture can effectively treat many health concerns. A few of these are: muscle pain, headaches, joint problems, fibromyalgia, PMS and other women’s health care needs, sciatica, high blood pressure, asthma, anxiety, stress, depression, insomnia, digestive problems, immune support and acute care for colds, flu, sinus and allergy problems.

Bodymind Acupuncture facilitates relaxation and stress management, and it creates a feeling of inner ease. When acupuncture is combined with directed, body-centered awareness, the combination is more powerful than either of the two methods alone. Bodymind acupuncture can help you connect with the inner resources needed to move through life transitions, relationship and family issues, work stress and other challenging situations that we face in daily life.

Kamala uses her unique combination of energy medicine and bodymind skills to help her clients with their health care needs in body, mind and spirit.

Acupuncture involves the insertion of fine, hair like needles into the body at specific points. Classical Chinese medical theory explains that either an imbalance or a blockage of the energy circulating through the body causes pain and disease. Acupuncture restores the balance to the flow of energy, returning the body to a healthy state. It addresses the underlying cause of disease, not merely the symptoms so the results are long lasting. Acute problems usually respond quickly. One or two treatments per week may be recommended. Chronic problems may require several weeks to months.

When life is challenging, try acupuncture to help you restore emotional balance and gain clarity.

I use only sterile, disposable needles.

Come in and talk to me about the condition you would like to address. I will let you know what methods we can use and how many treatments it may take. Then you can decide if you would like to come in for a first appointment.

 

WHAT IS A SESSION WITH KAMALA LIKE?

The first appointment begins with talking about you and your medical history. I will ask questions about the presenting condition and about your physical and emotional health in general. When we are finished I will ask to look at your tongue and take your pulse.

The color of the tongue, its shape and coating indicate how your body is functioning on the inside. Oriental medicine practitioners have correlated what they observe on the tongue with internal conditions for thousands of years. In the same way we feel the pulse at your wrist on each side for rate, rhythm, strength and quality. There are about 28 qualities of the pulse identified in Oriental medicine. About nine of these are very common and reflect the quality and functioning of the 12 primary organ meridian systems or meridians.

After you lay down on the massage table, I will press different points and get a sense of areas of tension on your face, neck, shoulders, torso, arms and legs. This will give both of us a better idea of places that your body holds tension, and acupuncture points that we will want to use.

If we are addressing a physical problem with acupuncture, I will insert from four to twenty thin needles in appropriate points. I will then spend a little time helping you relax and suggesting a specific breathing or visualization technique that you can try to help you focus healing awareness in your body. Acupuncture treatments encourage a feeling of relaxation, and many people drift into a pleasant nap. Most of the time you lay with the needles inserted for 15 or 20 minutes.

If we are addressing an emotional issue or we are exploring how stress is affecting your body or physical symptoms, I will ask you to focus internally and notice your how your breath, body or mood change as you are feeling whatever situation you are facing in your life. With specific touch to acupressure points or with the insertion of needles along with inner focusing we allow the process to unfold. Mindful awareness and curiosity in a safe environment, help to quiet thoughts and allow new insights to emerge. The next step in the healing process becomes apparent. These bodymind methods are a result of my personal integration of Hakomi body-centered psychotherapy techniques and classical Chinese medicine.

I do use Hakomi style mind and body focusing techniques to explore life issues without using acupuncture or acupressure when people prefer it. To find out more about Hakomi methods please go to the “Hakomi” section on this website.

DOES INSURANCE COVER ACUPUNCTURE?

Many companies do cover acupuncture. Check with your insurance company about your particular policy. I am a preferred provider with Blue Cross Blue Shield, American Specialty Health Networks (ASHN) affiliates such as Providence Insurance, Health Net and some Pacific Care policies, and any companies that cover auto accident or worker's compensation claims. We do bill these companies directly.

You can call our office with any questions (541) 345-2220.

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