Restore Balance, Relieve Pain, and Rejuvenate
Full Body Acupuncture
Traditional Medicine for Modern Times
Whether you’re seeking relief from pain, managing stress, or looking for overall wellness, Five Element Acupuncture and TCM offer time-tested, holistic care. They address the underlying causes of imbalance, not just surface symptoms, making them ideal for anyone who wants to feel their best in today’s demanding world.
Full Body Acupuncture: What to Expect
Initial session - 90 min
Health History: verbal questionnaire about you, your health history and your health concerns.
Pulses and/or tongue taken
Receive treatment. Hair thin needles are gently placed in different areas of the body and retained for 20-30 mins.
Price: $150.00
Follow up session - 60 min
Check in: What have you noticed? What has changed?
Receive relaxing treatment
Price: $120.00
Experience Natural Healing and Balance with Acupuncture at Field of Qi
At Field of Qi, we deeply believe in the transformative healing power of acupuncture to enhance your health and restore balance throughout your body. Acupuncture, a cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine, is a natural and holistic therapy that works by stimulating specific points on the body to improve the flow of energy, or “Qi.” This ancient practice has been trusted for thousands of years and is proven to be a safe and effective way to address a variety of health concerns.
We specialize in the Five Element approach, which uses the dynamic interplay of water, wood, fire, earth, and metal to diagnose and treat the root causes of imbalance. By understanding how these elements influence your physical and emotional health, we create truly personalized care that supports your body, mind, and spirit.
For those seeking deeper healing, our Classical acupuncture approach explores pathways beyond the primary channels, addressing underlying patterns that may be overlooked by conventional methods. This allows us to treat the whole person—not just isolated symptoms—helping you achieve a greater sense of harmony and resilience.
We also offer the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) style, developed in the 1950s, which focuses on identifying patterns and constitutional types to create targeted treatment plans. While less traditional in its origins, TCM provides a structured framework for understanding your unique health needs.
Whether you’re managing chronic pain, looking to reduce stress, or simply want to enhance your overall wellness, our integrative acupuncture therapies are here to support your journey to better health and balance.
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a centuries-old healing practice deeply rooted in tradition and designed to enhance health and restore balance within the body. Originating in ancient China and India, this practice has stood the test of time and is now recognized globally for its therapeutic benefits. The technique involves the precise insertion of fine, sterile needles into specific acupuncture points along energy pathways known as meridians. These meridians serve as channels that regulate the flow of Qi, or life energy, throughout the body. When the flow of Qi becomes blocked, disrupted, or imbalanced, it can result in a variety of issues, including pain, stress, and other health concerns. By stimulating these carefully chosen points, acupuncture works to unblock and rebalance the flow of Qi, promoting the body’s natural ability to heal itself and supporting overall physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
What sets our practice apart is our integrative approach, drawing from several distinct acupuncture traditions to provide truly personalized care:
- Five Element Acupuncture: This holistic method uses the interplay of water, wood, fire, earth, and metal to diagnose and treat the whole person. By understanding how these elements influence your physical and emotional health, we can address the root causes of imbalance—not just the symptoms—helping you achieve harmony in every aspect of your life.
-Classical Acupuncture: Going beyond the primary channels, Classical acupuncture explores deeper pathways and patterns within the body. This approach allows us to treat underlying imbalances that may be missed by conventional methods, offering a more profound and lasting sense of wellbeing.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): Developed in the 1950s, TCM acupuncture is based on identifying patterns and a person’s constitution to guide treatment. While its name suggests tradition, this style is actually a more modern adaptation, providing a structured and systematic way to address a wide range of health concerns.
Renowned for its ability to alleviate pain, ease stress, and improve sleep quality, acupuncture has become a trusted choice for people seeking holistic health solutions. It is frequently used to help manage conditions such as migraines, chronic pain, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and sleep disorders like insomnia. Additionally, many individuals turn to acupuncture as a complementary therapy for fertility support, menstrual imbalances, peri- and menopausal support, boosting the immune system, reducing inflammation, and supporting mental health by alleviating anxiety and depression symptoms. The treatment is highly customizable, with acupuncturists tailoring the approach to each individual’s unique health needs and concerns.
Beyond its physical benefits, acupuncture also fosters a sense of relaxation and balance, making it an excellent choice for those dealing with the fast-paced demands of modern life. Whether you’re looking for natural pain relief, a way to manage chronic conditions, or simply a method to enhance your overall wellness, acupuncture offers a safe, effective, and holistic approach to health. Its enduring legacy, backed by centuries of practice and modern research, stands as a testament to its efficacy and its profound ability to help individuals achieve harmony in body, mind, and spirit.
Benefits of Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a holistic therapy with numerous benefits for physical and emotional well-being. It provides pain relief, reduces stress and anxiety, improves sleep quality, boosts energy levels, enhances digestive health, supports women’s health, strengthens the immune system, and promotes overall emotional balance. By stimulating specific points, acupuncture restores your body’s natural balance, offering a versatile, natural approach to better health.
Pain Management
Acupuncture effectively relieves a wide range of pain, from chronic conditions like arthritis and migraines to musculoskeletal and post-surgical discomfort. By stimulating specific points, it releases natural painkillers and reduces inflammation for lasting relief. The Five Element approach addresses the root cause, Classical techniques target deeper sources, and TCM improves circulation and reduces inflammation to support both acute and chronic pain management.
Stress Relief & Anxiety
The Five Element approach harmonizes emotional states by balancing key elements, while Classical techniques release deep-seated tension and build emotional resilience. TCM addresses underlying patterns such as Liver Qi stagnation to calm the mind and ease anxiety.
Better Sleep
Struggling with restless nights or insomnia? Acupuncture helps balance your body’s energy to improve sleep quality. It:
- Regulates melatonin production for a healthy sleep cycle.
- Addresses underlying issues such as stress, anxiety, or pain that disrupt sleep.
- Promotes deep, restorative rest, leaving you refreshed and energized.
Boosted Energy and Vitality
Feeling sluggish or fatigued? Acupuncture restores your body’s natural energy flow (Qi), helping you feel more energized and focused. It’s especially beneficial for:
- Combating chronic fatigue syndrome.
- Supporting recovery from burnout or illness.
- Increasing mental clarity and physical stamina.
Fertility Support
The Five Element approach balances the elements affecting reproductive health for hormonal harmony and emotional wellbeing. The Classical method addresses deep energetic blockages, while TCM identifies patterns like Qi stagnation or blood deficiency to support cycles, uterine health, and conception.
Immune System Support
Supporting the metal element boosts the body’s natural defenses in the Five Element tradition. Classical strategies activate specific points for greater vitality, and TCM focuses on enhancing Wei Qi and addressing weaknesses to strengthen immune function.
Allergy Relief
Elemental imbalances contributing to allergies are identified and addressed for symptom relief in the Five Element approach. Classical methods target deeper patterns that predispose to allergies, while TCM reduces inflammation and strengthens resistance to allergens.
Smoking Cessation
Balancing elements linked to cravings and willpower helps address both the emotional and physical aspects of addiction in the Five Element model. Classical protocols reduce withdrawal symptoms and promote detoxification, while TCM calms the nervous system and supports lasting change.
Digestive Health
The earth element is balanced to support healthy digestion and nutrient absorption in the Five Element practice. Classical treatments address chronic digestive issues at a deeper level, and TCM harmonizes the Spleen and Stomach to regulate digestion and reduce discomfort.
Women’s Health and Hormonal Balance
Acupuncture is a trusted ally for women’s health, offering natural support for:
- Regulating menstrual cycles and relieving PMS symptoms.
- Enhancing fertility and supporting IVF treatments.
- Easing menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes and mood swings.
Strengthened Immune System
Acupuncture helps your body defend against illness by boosting your immune system. It:
- Stimulates the defensive qi (immunity).
- Reduces inflammation and supports faster recovery from colds, flu, or infections.
- Helps manage autoimmune conditions by restoring balance to your body.
Holistic Wellness and Emotional Balance
Beyond physical benefits, acupuncture nurtures your emotional well-being by:
- Promoting a sense of calm and inner peace.
- Helping you process and release emotional tension.
- Supporting your overall mental and spiritual health.
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