FAQs
- What types of customers have you worked with?
Cardiovascular Disorders Anemia Arteriosclerosis Hypertension Irregular Heartbeat Low Blood Pressure Palpitations Dermatology Acne Dermatitis Eczema Psoriasis Rosacea Emotional Health Anxiety Depression Insomnia/Sleep Disturbance Stress Endocrine/Metabolism Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Diabetes Thyroid Conditions Gastrointestinal/Digestion Abdominal Pain Acid Reflux Constipation Diarrhea Gallstones Gastritis Hemorrhoids Indigestion Irritable Bowel Syndrome Gynecology Abnormal vaginal discharge Breech Positioning Female And Male Infertility In-Vitro Fertilization Support Induction Of Labor Irregular/Painful Menstruation Menopause Morning Sickness PMS Post-Partum Depression Musculoskeletal Pain Acute & Chronic Pain Arthritis Back Pain Dental Pain Gout Joint/Limb Pain Knee Pain Low Back Pain/Sciatica Neck Pain Osteoarthritis Repetitive Stress Injuries Rheumatoid Arthritis Shoulder Pain Sports Injuries Tendonitis & Bursitis Neurological Bells Palsy (first 3-6 months) Carpal Tunnel Headache/Migraines Menieres Disease Multiple Sclerosis Pheripheral Neuropathy Post Stroke Paralysis (first 3-6 months) Sciatica Shingles Thoracic Outlet Syndrome TMJ Trigeminal Neuralgia Respiratory Allergic Rhinitis Asthma Bronchitis Common Cold Cough Flu Sinusitis Uro-Genital Bed Wetting Bladder Dysfunction Kidney Stones Urinary Tract Infections Other Cancer Treatment Support General Well Being Smoking Cessation Substance Abuse
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Always ask any practitioner about the extent of his or her training. Make sure the practitioner is a licensed acupuncturist who has a Master's of Oriental Medicine degree. In seeking a qualified herbalist, it is advisable to look for a practitioner who is comprehensively trained in Chinese herbal medicine. Some states, such as California, require that all licensed acupuncturists be trained and tested in Chinese herbal medicine. Others do not. Have the practitioner explain the differences between Oriental Medicine and Western Medicine in easy to understand terms. Oriental medicine has its limitations just as Western Medicine does. Look for practitioners who know their limitations and have referral networks to take care of health needs in ways they cannot. Although it is difficult to forecast response to treatments, ask about the signs and changes that the practitioner looks for to confirm that treatments are progressing. Inquire about what therapies will be used and why. Practitioners should be able to explain any procedure they perform.