Frequently Asked Questions
About Acupuncture
What does acupuncture treat?
Does it hurt?
How long will it take before I feel any effects of the treatments?
How many visits will I need?
About Chinese Herbal Medicine
How do the herbs taste?
How do I
prepare my raw herbal tea?
What do I do if I forget to take the herbs?
How do I take my powder and pill form herbs?
I'm concerned about the toxicity of products coming from China. Is it safe to take Chinese Herbs?
Are endangered species used?
About Acupuncture
Q: What does Acupuncture treat?
A: Traditional Chinese Medicine uses a holistic approach and is therefore unlimited in its ability to treat conditions of any sort.
Q: Does it hurt?
A: Acupuncture should never be painful. As one gets to understand the sensations of the ‘arrival of Qi’ to the needle, one describes a range of sensations such as distention, heaviness, heat or movement. Often, only the practitioner feels the sensation of ‘arrival of Qi’ and nothing is felt by the client.
Q: How long will it take before I feel any effects of the treatments?
A:This can vary depending on the individual. Often results may be felt after the first treatment, while other times it is a gradual process whereby results are felt only after two or three treatments.
Q: How many visits will I need?
A: The number of visits you will need depends on several factors. One is how long you have had your current condition. Acute conditions, like a cold or flu will generally only require one or two treatments. Conditions that are more recent, like sudden pain from an injury or seasonal allergies may require 3 or 4 treatments before symptoms are reduced. Chronic conditions like PMS, asthma, back pain or other problems that you have had for many years may take anywhere from 4 to 10 treatments until you notice significant changes. Patience and commitment to regaining balance will be the main keys to the success of the client's journey. In the process, one also experiences a reconnection with one's body, mind and spirit.
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About Chinese Herbal Medicine
Q: How do the herbs taste?
A: The herbs may taste unusual at first to anyone who has not tried them before, but most people will get used to the taste very quickly. They can be described as “earthy”.
Q: How do I prepare my raw herbal tea?
A: 1. Stove top method: Cook the herbs in a stainless steel or earthenware pot.
Sterilized cooking jars are best for storing herbs between dosages.
1) To cook three days of herbs at once, place three day-packets of herbs into a pot and cover with water. Let soak for at least one hour before cooking (can soak overnight if you wish)
2) Bring pot to boil, cover, and let simmer on low boil for 15 minutes.
3) Strain and set the tea aside.
4) Pour water over the same herbs again. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes this time.
4a) Occasionally, due to their high content of volatile oils, one or more of the prescribed herbs must be added 5 minutes to the end of cooking time. These herbs will be found within the main package of daily herbs, but in a separate, smaller bag.
5) Strain and mix the two teas together.
6) Divide into 3 equal jars, place lids on the jars right away to preserve freshness, and store in the fridge when cooled down.
7) Drink one jar of tea per day. Drink half in the morning and half in the evening, preferably before meals. Tea may be consumed at room temperature, cold, or hot.
8) Enjoy!
*Paediatric dosage = ¼ jar AM and ¼ jar PM, repeat.
*If the medicine upsets your digestion, please consider taking after meals or in smaller quantities throughout the day.
Q: What do I do if I forget to take the herbs?
A: Though it is best to follow the dosage instructions carefully, there is no need to panic if you miss a day. If you do miss a dose, do not try to 'catch up' by taking double the next day. Continue taking the herbs as if you haven't missed a day and get back on track as quickly as you can.
Q: How do I take my powder and pill form herbs?
A: Chinese Herbs come in a variety of forms. Follow the suggested dosage and time to take herbs for pills and powdered formulas.
Q: I'm concerned about the toxicity of products coming from China. Is it safe to take Chinese Herbs?
A: Yes. Our clinic only uses high quality Chinese Herbs from suppliers with the most stringent testing and quality control.
Q: Are endangered species used?
A: At Jade Mountain Wellness & Acupuncture, we do not carry any products which contain endangered species. In most all cases, animal products are not used at all. It is true that certain parts of endangered species have been used in Chinese Medicine for centuries because of their medicinal effects, but the use of these has become uncommon with more awareness and eco consciousness. Today, substitute materials are almost always used.
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