Why is it called Five Element Acupuncture?
Several different forms of acupuncture developed during the last 3000 years. Five Element Acupuncture has retrieved some of the ancient principles of Chinese Medicine, in the belief that they are at the heart of acupuncture’s relevance to today’s world. Consistent with other types of Chinese medicine, Five Element Acupuncture is based on Yin Yang theory and the movement of vital energy, called Qi (pronounced “chee”). What makes it different is its focus on the five elements and their influence on the body, and the personality.

Do l have to believe in it for it to work?
Qi is the vital energy that gives us life and makes us function. Emotional and physical health rely on Qi and its flow through the five elements and their related organs. When our organs are out of balance, or our Qi is blocked or insufficient, we do not feel well. Acupuncture reactivates the self-balancing mechanism by stimulating the proper flow of Qi. Acupuncture changes the physiology, and is effective whether you believe in it or not!

Do l need to have something wrong with me to try acupuncture?
The goal of acupuncture treatment with Jen Frame is to enable you to fulfill your highest potential, and experience the quality of your life.People choose Five Element Acupuncture because they want to achieve optimum health physically and emotionally. Treatment can focus on any issue ranging from physical complaints, to a desire for deepened experience of life. Each session is a unique treatment designed specifically for the individual and his or herneeds. Some health conditions benefit from Chinese herbal formulas. Formulas are provided in convenient tinctures. Lifestyle consultation, nutritional advice, and Qi cultivating practices are also available.

ls acupuncture painful?
Acupuncture needles are extremely thin, and are barely felt as they go through the skin. When your Qi is contacted by the needle, a sensation of dull pressure or mild electricity is felt. Most people find acupuncture relaxing. Only sterile disposable needles are used.

What medical conditions can be treated by acupuncture?
These are some of the numerous medical conditions that benefit from acupuncture: injury, pain, headaches, insomnia, depression, anxiety, addictions, high blood pressure, eating disorders, allergies, asthma, stress, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers, heartburn, PMS, menstrual irregularity, menopause, infertility, and weak immune system. Call for a consultation about your condition.