Restoring Health & Balance Naturally

The first visit usually begins with the practitioner taking a detailed health history and reviewing your present condition. A physical examination is conducted, your pulse taken, and your tongue examined according to the Chinese Medicine diagnostic system.

首次就诊通常从医师详细询问您的健康历史和评估当前症状开始。中医师会按照中医诊断体系为您进行体格检查，包括切脉（把脉）和望舌（舌诊）。

Then, the practitioner will discuss your health history and current complaints—including any Western diagnoses and lab results you may already have, as well as any current pharmaceutical drugs you are recurrently taking. Using all of this information, the practitioner will determine the cause of your problem under a Chinese medical diagnosis.

随后，医师会与您深入讨论病情，包括您已有的西医诊断、化验单、检查报告以及正在定期服用的药物。综合这些信息后，医师将从中医辨证的角度明确病因与病机。

Once a thorough intake has been completed and the treatment plan determined, any remaining time will be devoted to a treatment, during which you will receive an acupuncture session. Treatments usually consist of acupuncture, which may include electric stimulation, foot reflexology, medical massage (acupressure), or other modalities such as cupping, hot/cold herb infiltration packs, and moxibustion. Finally, the practitioner may provide an herbal consultation and recommendations for Qigong therapeutic exercise and nutrition if necessary. They may also discuss your diet, lifestyle, stress, and sleep to establish a treatment plan that works best with your health needs and lifestyle.

在完成全面问诊并制定个性化治疗方案后，剩余时间将用于首次治疗（包含无痛针灸）。治疗手段可能包含电针、足底反射、中医推拿指压，以及拔罐、中药热敷/冷敷包或艾灸等特色疗法。最后，医师会根据需要提供中药开方、气功功法指导及膳食建议，并就饮食、作息、压力与睡眠给出专业指导，建立最适合您生活方式的康复方案。

It is recommended that you have eaten within 2–4 hours prior to your treatment. Do not come for acupuncture on an empty stomach or drink alcohol prior to treatment. It is also best to avoid receiving treatment immediately after a heavy meal.

建议您在就诊前2至4小时内适当进食。切勿空腹（避免晕针）或饮酒后接受针灸治疗；同时也应避免在刚吃完大鱼大饱饭后立即进行治疗。

Acupuncture is one of the primary TCM modalities used for promoting health and well-being, preventing illness, and treating various medical conditions. While acupuncture is often used for pain control, it also has much broader applications. It can be effectively used separately or integrated with Western Medicine in treating many medical and surgical disorders.

针灸是中医用于促进健康、预防疾病及治疗多种病症的核心疗法之一。虽然针灸以止痛闻名，但其治疗范围远不止于此。它可以作为独立疗法，亦可与西医紧密结合，广泛应用于内科、外科及各类杂病。

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) regard Acupuncture as a useful treatment modality for:

世界卫生组织（WHO）与美国国家卫生研究院（NIH）认可针灸对以下病症具有明确疗效：

• Chronic and Acute Pain (急慢性痛症): Injuries, headaches, neck and back pain, tendonitis, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia. (运动损伤、头痛、颈背痛、腱鞘炎、坐骨神经痛、手腕管道综合征、肌纤维痛)
• Neurological Disorders (神经系统疾病): Post-stroke recovery, Bell's Palsy, Trigeminal Neuralgia, movement disorders, neuropathy. (中风后遗症、面瘫、三叉神经痛、运动障碍、神经病变)
• Upper Respiratory Disorders (上呼吸道疾病): Asthma, allergies, bronchitis, sinusitis, sore throat, laryngitis, colds and flu. (哮喘、过敏症、支气管炎、鼻窦炎、咽喉痛、感冒流感)
• Digestive Disorders (消化系统疾病): Irritable bowel, colitis, constipation, diarrhea, gastritis, heartburn, food allergies, ulcers. (肠易激综合征、结肠炎、便秘、腹泻、胃炎、返酸、溃疡)
• Urinary, Menstrual, and Reproductive Disorders (泌尿及妇科生殖疾病): Cystitis, menstrual cramps, irregular or heavy periods, male and female infertility, menopausal symptoms. (膀胱炎、痛经、月经不调、男女不孕不育、更年期综合征)
• Immune Function (免疫系统功能调理): Recurrent infections, supportive treatment for cancer and AIDS patients. (反复感染、癌症及免疫缺陷患者的辅助调理)
• Addictions (戒瘾治疗): Addictions to nicotine, alcohol, and drugs. (戒烟、戒酒及药物依赖)
• Eye and Ear Disorders (五官科疾病): Tinnitus, Meniere's disease. (耳鸣、美尼尔氏综合征)
• Mental & Emotional Health (精神情志健康): Depression, anxiety, insomnia, tension, stress, and emotional conditions. (抑郁、焦虑、失眠、精神紧张及各类情绪障碍)

Acupuncture works on the premise of meridian theory. It is thought that there are patterns of energy flow called "Qi" and vital substances (such as Xue/Blood) throughout the body, which are related to internal organs and the tendino-muscular system. When the body is in good health, energy flow and vital substances are balanced and consistent. However, when energy flow is disrupted or vital substances become stagnant or deficient due to trauma, poor diet, medications, stress, or other factors, pain and illness result.

针灸治疗建立在经络学说的基础之上。中医认为人体内循环着称为“气”的生命动力与“血”等营养物质，它们联络脏腑与筋骨。身体健康时，气血循行通畅平衡；当因外伤、饮食不节、药物、压力等原因导致气血瘀阻或亏虚时，就会引发疼痛与疾病。

Acupuncture involves inserting fine needles into specific body points to adjust imbalances in Qi & Xue by promoting flow where it is slow, circulating it where impeded, reducing it where in excess, and drawing it into areas where it is insufficient. In this way, acupuncture restores balance throughout the body, helping it recover.

针灸通过将细针刺入特定的穴位，起到“通其经脉，调其气血”的作用：郁者疏之，虚者补之，实者泻之，从而恢复全身阴阳气血的平衡，激发人体的自愈本能。

While modern Western science continues to research exact biological mechanisms, acupuncture has proven empirically effective in healing illness over thousands of years. Numerous scientific studies are currently investigating acupuncture to provide evidence of its effectiveness and elucidate its mechanisms in Western medical terms.

尽管现代西医学仍在深入研究针灸的生物学机制，但数千年的临床实践已充分证实了其卓越疗效。目前大量的科研项目正通过现代医学语言阐明针灸在神经调节及内分泌方面的作用原理。

Acupuncture is beneficial to people of all ages and at all stages of disease. People suffering from a wide range of disorders are able to move toward a state of balance and harmony at any stage of life with acupuncture treatment. Many people receive treatment as a preventive measure to maintain good health and balance.

针灸适用于各个年龄段人群以及疾病的不同阶段。无论是急性发作还是慢性调理，针灸都能帮助身体重归平衡。许多人也将针灸作为日常预防保健、增强体质的重要方式。

It is not necessary to wait until you have a complaint before seeing an acupuncturist. One of acupuncture's greatest strengths is its ability to prevent disease by removing the effects of everyday stress and imbalances early—before symptoms arise as a last-stage effect of long-term accumulated stress. In TCM, eliminating symptoms is not the only goal; the greater value lies in restoring and maintaining the body in an optimal state of balance.

您无需等到身体出现严重不适时才寻求针灸治疗。中医提倡“治未病”，针灸最大的优势之一就在于能够在日常压力和微小失衡累积成疾病之前及时予以纠正。消除症状只是第一步，恢复并维持机体的最佳平衡才是中医养生的精髓。

It is a common misconception that specific acupuncture points exist to cure specific diseases. In reality, the selected acupuncture points target the individual rather than the disease. It is more accurate to say that specific points cure specific imbalances. Two patients with the same illness or symptoms may have entirely different underlying imbalances, and therefore require completely different acupuncture points.

认为某个固定的穴位能治愈某种特定疾病是一种常见的误解。事实上，中医针灸是“因人制宜”而非“因病定穴”。准确地说，穴位纠正的是体内的特定失衡状态（即同病异治）。两位患有相同西医疾病的患者，因体质与病因不同，所选用的针灸穴位可能完全不同。

Certainly. Children are often treated with acupuncture. Many children are comfortable with acupuncture needles, which are extremely fine and inserted painlessly. Children respond very well to treatment, which can help support their ongoing growth and health through common childhood illnesses.

当然可以。儿童十分适合接受中医针灸治疗。由于小儿所用针具极细且操作轻柔无痛，孩子们通常能很好地接受。儿童生机旺盛，对针灸治疗的反应非常迅速，能有效改善小儿常见病并促进健康成长。

Yes. Using acupuncture, elderly patients gain vital support, increase energy, reduce or eliminate unwanted symptoms. Elderly patients are frequently told that certain symptoms are simply a normal part of aging. Through acupuncture, many of these symptoms can be successfully addressed, as a body at any age can be adjusted toward balance.

是的。针灸能够为老年患者提供强有力的健康支持，充沛精力并缓解慢性疼痛或不适。许多老人在面对慢性病时常被告知这是“衰老正常现象”，而针灸证明了无论年龄多大，人体都有向健康平衡调节的潜能。

Acupuncture and Chinese herbs have been used safely for thousands of years to treat pregnant women. While a number of acupuncture points and herbs are contraindicated during pregnancy, a qualified practitioner knows how to use them safely to treat various symptoms during pregnancy and benefit the developing fetus.

数千年来，针灸和中药一直安全地用于调理孕期不适。虽然某些穴位和中药在孕期属于禁忌，但资深的执照中医师能精准避开禁忌，安全地缓解孕吐、腰痛等症状，护胎安胎。

Lactating mothers can also safely receive acupuncture or take Chinese herbal medicine. In fact, small babies are sometimes treated indirectly through herbs taken by the mother, which are then passed to the baby through breastmilk.

哺乳期母亲同样可以安全地接受针灸或中药调理。甚至在某些情况下，通过母体服用安全中药经由乳汁传递，还能间接调理婴儿的小脑小病。

Acupuncture is extremely safe when performed by a licensed acupuncturist. All needles used are sterile, single-use, and disposable, eliminating the risk of infection. Needles are generally inserted only one-quarter to one-half inch deep within the superficial skin and muscle layers, never touching internal organs. Blood vessels and nerves are flexible and naturally slide aside upon insertion. Occasionally, a minor puncture to a small blood vessel may cause a slight bruise that resolves in a few days. Rarely, a patient may feel temporary light-headedness during or after treatment, which resolves within minutes.

在执照中医师的操作下，针灸是一门极其安全的疗法。诊所严格采用无菌、一次性抛弃式针具，彻底杜绝交叉感染。针刺深度通常仅为1/4至1/2英寸（浅表皮肉层），绝不会接触内脏。血管与神经具有弹性，进针时会自动避让。极少数情况下微血管碰伤可能引起轻微淤青，几天内即可消退；个别患者初次体验可能产生短暂晕针感，休息数分钟即可恢复。

Actually, you will not feel pain during needle insertion. Acupuncture needles are extremely thin, making insertion virtually painless; in many cases, patients do not even notice when needles are inserted. Once placed and gently manipulated, you may experience a characteristic sensation of tingling, heaviness, sourness, warmth, or energy movement along the meridian. These unique needling sensations signal the active stimulation of your body's energy pathways.

实际上，进针过程基本无痛。针灸针极细（仅相当于头发丝大小），多数患者甚至察觉不到进针。在留针或施针手法下，您可能会感到酸、麻、胀、重、温热或沿着经络传导的“得气”感，这是体内经络气血被成功激发的正常良好反应。

The number of treatments required depends on the nature and severity of your condition. For acute complaints, a single session may suffice. A series of 3 to 10 treatments is typically effective for common conditions, while chronic health issues may require longer ongoing care.

所需的治疗次数取决于病情的性质与严重程度。对于急性发作的病症，1-2次即可见效；普通病症通常需要3至10次为一个疗程；而长期顽固的慢性病则需要更系统的跟进治疗。

Chinese herbs, dietary modifications, nutritional supplementation, specific exercises, meditation, and self-massage or home moxibustion can accelerate your progress and reduce the total number of visits required.

配合服用中药、调整饮食、营养补充、适当运动及居家自我艾灸/按摩，能够显著加快康复进程，减少所需的到诊次数。

Yes. Regular maintenance is highly recommended to sustain balance, prevent future symptoms, and maintain overall vitality. Some patients receive monthly treatments to keep their body balanced, while a minimum of four visits a year—aligned with the change of seasons—is effective for supporting the immune system. We work with you to find a practical schedule that suits your health needs, time, and budget.

非常有必要。定期保健能帮您维持体内平衡、预防疾病复发并保持充沛活力。部分患者选择每月调理一次；而每逢四季交替时（每年至少4次）进行预防性针灸，也是巩固免疫系统的绝佳方式。我们会根据您的健康状况与时间预算制定最合适的维护计划。

Yes. As acupuncture spread across Asia, different cultural styles and family lineages emerged, each developing unique emphases. All of these varied approaches possess the capacity to restore bodily balance. In our clinic, we draw upon three generations of family lineage expertise, combining Classical Chinese Acupuncture with our refined family approach.

是的。随着针灸在历史上的传播，形成了不同的地域流派与世家传承。在诊所中，我们融合了三代中医世家的独到经验，将传统经典针法与家族特色手法完美结合，实现更精准的治疗效果。

Acupuncture is a drug-free treatment widely used by athletes worldwide to enhance performance and recover faster from sports injuries. Key benefits for athletic recovery include:

针灸作为一种天然无药物副作用的疗法，被全球职业运动员广泛用于加速伤病恢复与提升体能表现。其主要优势包括：

• Decreasing swelling, inflammation, pain, and bruising. (快速消肿、抗炎、止痛及消除瘀血)
• Relaxing muscle spasms and alleviating associated pain. (解除肌肉痉挛，缓解僵硬疼痛)
• Dramatically accelerating overall healing time. (显著缩短损伤组织修复周期)
• Increasing range of motion in joints and muscles around knees, ankles, fingers, neck, back, or shoulders. (改善肩、颈、腰、膝、踝等关节日益僵硬的活动度)

Chinese herbal formulas treat a wide array of conditions—from the common cold and allergies to indigestion, insomnia, and hot flashes. When combined with acupuncture, herbs enhance treatment efficacy and accelerate recovery between office visits. Options for taking herbs include:

中药方剂可调理极广的疾病范围——从感冒过敏、消化不良到失眠、潮热汗出等内科杂病。针药结合能加倍提升疗效。常用服药形式包括：

• Tea Herbs (传统草药饮片): Simmered raw herbs made into a strong medicinal tea. (水煎服，药力强劲)
• Powder/Granule Herbs (浓缩中药颗粒粉末): Easily mixed directly with warm water. (温水冲服，免煮方便)
• Tablets or Capsules (中成药胶囊/片剂): Convenient for daily administration. (携带方便，适合日常忙碌人群)

Traditionally, herbs are consumed as decoctions—a cooked blend of raw medicinal leaves, flowers, twigs, roots, and barks taken 2 to 3 times daily. While herbal teas can taste bitter due to their potent ingredients, they are highly effective. Granules mixed in warm water provide similar benefits without the lengthy preparation time, while pre-formulated tablets offer maximum convenience for those on the go or sensitive to strong tastes.

传统上中药通过将天然药材煎煮成药汤，每日服用2至3次。“良药苦口利于病”，汤剂疗效最为显著。对于工作繁忙或适应不了苦味的患者，免煎颗粒粉末（温水冲服）与浓缩中成药片剂提供了极大的便利。