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Anders Chiropractic Clinic
Distance: 0.6 Mi124 W 15th St
67152 Wellington -
The Joint Chiropractic
Distance: 19.8 Mi2151 N. Rock Rd., Suite 100
67037 Derby -
Gage Chiropractic
Distance: 20.4 Mi1701 E Madison Ave
67037 Derby -
Brackeen Chiropractic
Distance: 20.6 Mi620 N Rock Rd Ste 150
67037 Derby -
All American Chiropractic Clinincs, Inc.
Distance: 23.3 Mi4746 S Broadway St
67216 Wichita
Description
Acupuncture is among the oldest healing practices in the world. As part of traditional Chinese medicineA whole medical system that originated in China. It is based on the concept that disease results from disruption in the flow of qi and imbalance in the forces of yin and yang. Practices such as herbs, meditation, massage, and acupuncture seek to aid healing by restoring the yin-yang balance and the flow of qi (TCM), acupunctureA family of procedures that originated in traditional Chinese medicine. Acupuncture is the stimulation of specific points on the body by a variety of techniques, including the insertion of thin metal needles though the skin. It is intended to remove blockages in the flow of qi and restore and maintain health. aims to restore and maintain health through the stimulation of specific points on the body. In the United States, where practitioners incorporate healing traditions from China, Japan, Korea, and other countries, acupuncture is considered part of complementary and alternative medicineA group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not presently considered to be part of conventional medicine. Complementary medicine is used together with conventional medicine, and alternative medicine is used in place of conventional medicine. (CAM). -Scientists are studying the efficacy of acupuncture for a wide range of conditions. -Relatively few complications have been reported from the use of acupuncture. However, acupuncture can cause potentially serious side effects if not delivered properly by a qualified practitioner. -Tell your health care providers about any complementary and alternative practices you use. Give them a full picture of what you do to manage your health. This will help ensure coordinated and safe care.