Comments on: Acupuncture is more than just needles

By: shercy ramos

shercy ramos — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 08:27:19 +0000

During a visit in an alternative medicine clinic using acupuncture, I changed my mind about having the procedure done. I totally agree with your point that the practitioner must have good contact with the patient and maintain that throughout the visit. He seem so distant and I feel like a doll that a witch is about to needle.

By: Audio Acupuncture Education: RadioQi « The Book of Czi

Audio Acupuncture Education: RadioQi « The Book of Czi — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:18:17 +0000

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By: What Works for Me

What Works for Me — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 15:57:28 +0000

I haven’t seen this mentioned on your blog, but my acupuncturist taught me the micrcosmic orbit and it has really been transformative for me – needles work, but this is something I can do myself!
Lissa Reidel

By: Eric

Eric — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:14:46 +0000

Hey Natalia,

Glad to hear you found some relief for your son! As for insurance for acupuncture – many plans do, indeed, cover some Chinese medicine services including acupuncture. Regence Blue Cross/Blue Shield is one of the best, but many national plans have some provision for the use of acupuncture. Good luck!

Eric

By: Natalia

Natalia — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 19:12:29 +0000

Very interesting article. I respect Chinese medicine and know many people whose health improved dramatically due to acupuncture. I never tried it myself, but we did try acupressure with my infant son. Actually, it was a part of NAET (allergy elimination treatment), which turned out to be very succesful (even though I was vERY skeptical in the beginning). I described our experience with it in my blog:

http://www.organicbenefits.straightanswers.net/naet-1.html

Well, anyway, acupressure might not be as effective as acupuncture, but in some cases (like with my baby), acupressure is the only choice.

Does anyone know if insurance companies cover acupuncture costs? It was a no-go with NAET unfortunately.:-(

By: Eric

Eric — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:29:45 +0000

You’re welcome – I hope you have a good acupuncture experience. Please do come back and let us know how it goes!

By: Rose at Thompson Outdoor Supply

Rose at Thompson Outdoor Supply — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:08:35 +0000

I’m afraid of needles. But I have great belief on Chinese medicine that involves use of herbs. However, after reading the good benefits that I could get from acupuncture here, maybe I could convince and persuade myself to go through it. Thank you for explaining such a complex topic on simple terms.

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:05:46 +0000

Thanks for this terrific article! I used to practice Ayurvedic (ancient East Indian) medicine and have long marveled at the similarities between the two schools of practice. Whereas Chinese medicine and acupuncture focus on enlivening the Qi, Ayurveda focuses on enlivening agni (digestive fire) and ojas (bliss). I’ve had great results from both Ayurveda and acupuncture – thanks for the reminder to get back into the latter! Time to book an appointment…