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Types of Acupuncture Treatments by Doctor David McNiff

Email David: mcniffacupuncture@yahoo.ca or call (403) 244.9111

Modalities of Acupuncture

Japanese acupuncture, Chinese Acupuncture, and French Acupuncture all have one thing in common - Acupuncture. Each acupuncturist has an individual style and method based on their acupuncture career.

Dr. David McNiff has been under the watchful eye of Dr. Miki Shima (www.mikishima.com) for over two years. After attending one of his seminars in Portland, Ore, David adapted some of Dr. Shima's styles to his treatments.

What to Expect from Acupuncture

Japanese Acupuncture is special in that the techniques used are to primarily find the underlying imbalances in the body's ecosystem and to bring it back into balance. Once the internal homeostasis is flowing in the right direction, imbalance (illness) becomes eliminated. Many of the toxins in the body have different origins - whether mental, physical, or emotional, Japanese acupuncture can help the patient understand where more attention should be paid to ensure greater comfort and more efficient healing.

Whether seeking acupuncture help for minor everyday concerns or deeper ailments, acupuncture can be utilized daily, monthly, or as in the ancient times, seasonally. Acupuncture and herbal medicine were initially created as a preventative medicine, adjusting the body according to the seasons to prevent illness. By understanding the mechanisms which are causing disease, patients gain a better understanding of self. Isn't that what we are all looking for?

Treatment Style

Dr. McNiff uses a Japanese style of acupuncture and needling. To the inexperienced patient, this may be meaningless however, to the experienced patient, this is an important fact. Japanese acupuncture generally uses different point combinations, gold and silver needles and cupping or moxabustion.

Initial consultation

This session will last 90 minutes

This consultation includes an initial consultation and an acupuncture treatment. We will discuss your health concerns and treat accordingly.

Since this consultation will address your health concerns, the more information you can provide, such as western medical test results, current or past medications, and related health information are all helpful.

Japanese acupuncture is very similar to a massage. Wear what you feel comfortable in. Be prepared to expose areas of your body that require attention.

Patients may choose whether or not they would like herbal treatment, available in varying doses according to specific illnesses. The cost of herbs is not included in the price and can range from $15 - $50 per week.

This session will last 90minutes

Follow-Up Treatment

This session will last 60 minutes.

This session will follow up on progress from your last treatment. The doctor will assess progress and treat according to current complaints and symptoms.