Acupuncture is Effective Acupuncture originated over 5000 years ago. It is based on Yin-Yang balance and five elements theories to stimulate the points with needles along the Jin-Luo (meridian) to help correct imbalances and re-direct the flow of the Qi (energy) smoothly in the body, in order to heal and reenergize the patient. Acupuncture is Safe According to reports sponsored by US Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health, acupuncture has minimal or no side effects, but is effectivefor the healing of pain and many other type of diseases. In addition, in 1996, the FDA approved the use of acupuncture needles by licensed practitioners, a move that has resulted in more widespread and increased use of acupuncture to treat many conditions. Care Sun Simiao ( AD 581-682), a very well recognized Traditional Chinese Medicine physician, lived for 101 years. His books have been translated into many languages. His ethical code is similar to the Hippocratic Oath. He treated all patients alike, rescuing those at death's door no matter whether they were powerful or humble, rich or poor, old or young, beautiful or ugly, resentful relatives or kind friends, Chinese nationals or foreigners, fools or wise men. He declared that life was of the utmost importance and even one thousand pieces of gold couldn't suffice to buy it. Experience As a very experienced acupuncturist, Dr. Xin Hu has helped thousands of visitors to improve their quality of life. She has practiced Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture in both China and the United States for more than 20 years. The Hu Insight and Acupuncture Programs Good Doctor Partnership Dr. Hu feels strongly in developing a strong and trusting relationship with each of her patients, one of mutual respect and consideration. “The Doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest patients in the care human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." --------- Thomas Edison |
Lake County Acupuncture Clinic 1343 N Western Ave. Lake Forest, IL 60045 (847)482-9388 (847)877-3281 |
Each of Us Must Take Responsibility For More of Our Own Health & Well –Being Issues Over the last two decades, acupuncture has grown significantly in popularity in the United States. A natural method of healthcare, it is often used in conjunction with conventional methods and has been proven effective as a way to strengthen the immune system, manage pain and treat a variety of illnesses and medical conditions. Chinese medicine and acupuncture offers a solution to many people with health problems that are not responding to western techniques or for patients who are interested in trying a more natural and less invasive techniques to improve their health. And because of its focus on the whole body, mind, and spirit, traditional Chinese medicine such as acupuncture often leads to dramatic improvements in people’s lives and basic health. Below are a few reasons to come to the Lake County Acupuncture Clinic: |