Acupuncture
How it works and what to expect
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a safe, natural, and effective therapy that has been used for thousands of years to restore balance and support the body’s own healing abilities. It involves the gentle insertion of very fine, sterile needles into specific points on the body.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, acupuncture works by rebalancing the body’s energy, known as qi (chi), which flows through pathways called meridians. Restoring this balance can help improve overall health, reduce stress, and address underlying causes of illness.
From a modern medical perspective, acupuncture stimulates nerves, muscles, and connective tissue, encouraging the release of natural pain-relieving chemicals such as endorphins, as well as regulating the nervous, immune, and hormonal systems. This helps reduce pain, improve circulation, and promote relaxation and well-being.
At ORA Acupuncture in Auckland, many people seek acupuncture for natural pain relief privately or with ACC, fertility support, pregnancy care, stress reduction, digestive health, and hormonal balance.
How does Acupuncture work?
Acupuncture works by stimulating nerves, muscles, and connective tissues with fine needles to trigger the release of the body's natural painkillers, such as endorphins, and other chemicals mediators that affect the nervous, immune, and endocrine systems.
From a traditional perspective, it involves rebalancing the body's energy, or qi, by inserting needles into specific points along energy channels, known as meridians.
Western medicine views these points as a way to stimulate the central nervous system to promote healing and well-being.
What does acupuncture feel like?
Our acupuncture treatments are designed for your comfort and relaxation. When the needles are inserted, many people feel a slight prick or of often nothing, sometimes a gentle warmth or a dull, pleasant ache. Most find the experience calming, often drifting into a restful state or even falling asleep. We believe an “acupuncture nap” is considered the ultimate nap!
When your session ends, the needles are gently removed. You’ll likely leave feeling relaxed, refreshed, and balanced. How you feel post-treatment depends on your individual health needs, but at the very least, you can expect a deep sense of calm and well-being.
What training do you undertake to become a acupuncturist?
Acupuncturists do a minimum four year Bachelor degree with rigirous scientific course work and 500 hours of clinical practicum before graduating.
At Ora Acupuncture we are registered with our governing body the Chinese Medical Council of New Zealand who ensure that we adhere to the highest standards in New Zealand. Additionally, we actively participate in professional development attending ongoing training.
How often should I get acupuncture?
You cannot overdo Acupuncture, however once a week to once a month is good for a maintenance plan.
Some conditions such as morning sickness or acute musculoskeletal pain can require two or more treatments per week.
At ORA Acupuncture we will work with you to customise a treatment plan.
