Acupuncture

How does acupuncture work?

The classical Chinese explanation is that channels of energy called meridians run in regular patterns through the body and over its surface. The meridians can be influenced by needling the acupuncture points. Acupuncture treatments can therefore help the body's internal organs to correct imbalances in the functions of digestion, absorption, energy production, circulation of blood and energy. The modern scientific explanation is that needling the acupuncture points stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals in the muscles, spinal chord, and brain. These chemicals will either change the experience of pain, or they will trigger the release of other chemicals and hormones which influence the body's own internal regulating system.

The improved energy and biochemical balance produced by acupuncture results in the stimulation of the body's natural healing abilities, and in promoting physical and emotional well-being.

The World Health Organization recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of a wide range of medical problems, including:

Digestive Disorders

Gastritis and hyperactivity, spastic colon, constipation, diarrhea, IBS, Crohns Disease and colitis.

Respiratory Disorders

Sinusitis, sore throat, bronchitis, asthma, recurrent chest infections.

Neurological and Muscular Disorders

Headaches, facial tics, neck pain, rib neuritis, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, various forms of tendonitis, lower back pain, sciatica, osteoarthritis.

Urinary, Menstrual, and Reproductive Problems

Menstrual cycle, male and female infertility, menopause, perimenopause, and chronic urinary tract infections.

Stress and Addictions

Acupuncture is particularly useful in resolving physical problems related to tension, stress, and emotional problems.

Cosmetic Acupuncture

Facial Rejuvenation

Acupuncture and herbs can help the face rejuvenate and look younger. It can fill laugh lines, elevate sagging, and add luster to the complexion. Movie stars and models have been known to tone their face without a scalpel. Acupunture will help fine lines and slow down the aging process. Get more energy, look and feel younger with our Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture. A series of treatments are available.

Smoother Thighs

Electroacupuncture with massage can help reduce the appearance of cellulite, as reported in Glamour Magazine last year. Several treatments with electroacupuncture and massage will smooth out cellulite from problem areas.

Craniosacral Therapy

Craniosacral therapy is a gentle hands-on technique that releases restrictions in the spinal cord and spinal fluid. By correcting the rhythm and freeing any restrictions of these fluids, the therapy improves body functions.

Chinese Herbs

Chinese herbology has been used with success for the last 3,000 years in treating a wide variety of maladies. Several herbs are used in combination with one another to create a formula. These formulas can be taken in a pill, powder, tea, or tincture form.

Herbology is an intrinsic aspect of Oriental Medicine and can be used in combination with acupuncture or alone. Herbs may be presecribed to reduce acute conditions or as a dietary supplement which will build and strengthen the body.

Many formulas have been passed down through the centuries using a very specific combination of herbs. Some herbs enhance the "action" of other herbs when used together, some counteract side effects. Our formulas of herbs are purchased only through safe and reliable companies which have high manufacturing standards, and make assurances of safety from elements such as pesticide, residues, heavy metals, and contaminants.

Preventative Medicine & Nutrition

Over the past few decades our knowledge of how to take better care of ourselves has grown enormously. We are aware that exercise, proper nutrition and stress management are essential to our well-being and longevity.

At Nyack Integrated Medical Services we’ll assist you in making lifestyle changes. It is our goal to increase your knowledge and awareness about supplements, nutrition and exercise. By improving your health and vitality you will enjoy the benefits that go far beyond weight loss. You will enjoy the increased energy, a positive emotional state and mental clarity while reducing your risk of degenerative disease, contributing to hormonal balance and greatly improving your physical well being.

Nutrition plays a major role in self-care. By understanding and assessing your personal metabolic pathways you can reprogram these processes away from disease to better health.

When the body is under stress there are increased cortisol and insulin productions. Long term exposure to these hormones can have damaging effects on the body. You can reduce the over production through visualization techniques, proper breathing, yoga, biofeedback and cognitive changes. Once you’ve made the commitment to lifestyle changes we will help you plan and map out a feasible plan.

Massage

Our bodies store stress. How many times have you heard people say that they have a knot in their stomach, or that he/she has a pain in their neck? Emotional stress will manifest a physical response within the body. Stress has also been known to exacerbate or even manifest gastrointestinal disorders, heart disease and decrease immune functions.

Massage therapy is one of the best antidotes for a stressed body. It boosts the body’s immune system, relieves tension built up in the muscles, and increases circulation and nutrient delivery to the organs.

Our massage therapist offers Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports, Prenatal Massages and Reflexology.

Reiki

Reiki is a gentle, hands-on energy healing technique. The Japanese word Reiki (pronounced ray-key) describes a system for connecting with the universal life force. This energy is sometimes referred to as chi or Qi (pronounced chee), the energy that creates and sustains all living things. Chi is the essence that gives vitality to form. It is unlimited and infinite.

When life force energy is in perfect balance in the body, we experience mental clarity, emotional stability, optimal physical health and a true sense of union with spirit. Reiki is a precise method for connecting life force energy with the body's natural ability to heal. Reiki infuses the body with a directed amount of vital life energy, thereby assisting in the restoration of balance on the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual levels.

Benefits of Reiki: eliminates physical pain, reduces stress, deep relaxation, increased energy, improved health, improved immune system, mental clarity, quiets the mind, speeds the healing process, helps detoxify the body, promotes a deep sense of well-being.

Zero Balancing

Zero Balancing is a hands-on therapy described as the integration of the structural and energy bodies. With gentle stretches and finger "fulcrums" that make physical contact with our skeleton, energy is moved, muscles are relaxed, and clients are relieved of pain. Clients also feel more energized and balanced.