Aimee Brown is a licensed acupuncturist with her Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine providing clinical treatment from epic MedSpa in New Berlin Wisconsin and Practice Longevity in Brookfield Wisconsin. Services include: Acupuncture, Electro-acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, hands-on energy healing, ie Reiki, Gua Sha, Cupping, and Tui Na (Chinese Massage). By taking a holistic approach to the healing of chronic pain, arthritis, stress, carpal tunnel syndrome and many other conditions we are allowing the natural energies within our body's to work with healing methods that have been proven for centuries.
HEALING ACUPUNCTURE:
- WITHOUT CONTRACTS - do not get locked into treatments you may not want or need
- REASONABLE PRICES - pricing is fair at each facility and I work with your insurance when possible
- PRIVATE ROOMS - feel comfortable and relax, this is what holistic treatment is about
- TIME - discuss your issues - ask questions - your treatment is for YOU!
Acupuncture and herbal medicine have been used for thousands of years by the people of Asia for all types of healing. Most of the patients in the Milwaukee area seek out acupuncture to relieve them of chronic pain. The growing interest in Chinese Medicine is very exciting, and more people will gain the additional benefits of acupuncture, massage and herbal medicine. In this web site you will find information about the role acupuncture and herbs play in natural healing. You will also find additional information about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the various modalities used to treat patients.
Holistic Health Care In Treating Pain - Adjunctive Therapy to Western Methods - Cosmetic Issues Treated Naturally
Traditional Chinese Methods provide quality holistic health care to compliment your existing health care. Through the use of acupuncture, herbs, tui na (Chinese massage), diet and nutritional counseling, the body’s innate sense of balance and wellness can be restored. The intention is to treat the body as a whole, and discover the root cause of symptoms in addition to the symptom itself. By using this gentle, proven approach together we can prevent the conditions from reoccurring or worsening after treatment has become completed. It is important to work together, spending as much time as necessary discussing treatment options and listening to your concerns. Finally, as a patient you will never be charged for services or products you do not need! Likewise, it is my policy to refer patients to other practitioners, if necessary, in order to get you feeling your very best.
Can Acupuncture Help With My Illness or Issue?
Acupuncture originated in China thousands of years ago, but over the past two decades its popularity has grown significantly within the United States. Although some scientists don't fully understand how or why acupuncture works, studies indicate that it provides a number of medical benefits — from reducing pain to helping with chemotherapy-induced nausea and nausea from medical anesthetic. Acupuncture has a long history of use as anesthetic techniques to block pain receptors in areas of the body.
What Happens During an Acupuncture Session?
Acupuncture therapy usually involves a series of weekly or biweekly treatments in an outpatient setting. It's common to have up to 12 treatments in total. Each visit typically includes an exam and an assessment of your current condition, the insertion of needles, and a discussion about self-care tips. A visit generally lasts about 30 minutes.
Before the needles are placed, you'll lie down on a comfortable surface. Depending on where the needles are to go, you will lie facedown, faceup or on your side. Single-use sterile packaged needles are always used. You may feel a brief, sharp sensation when the needle is inserted, but generally the procedure isn't painful.
It's common to feel a deep sensation when the needle reaches the correct depth and some people experience pulsing or a sensation of heat which indicates that the energy is flowing and your body is working to heal. After placement, the needles are sometimes moved gently or stimulated with electricity or heat. As many as a dozen needles may need to be placed for each treatment. Once the needles are inserted, they're usually left in place for five to 20 minutes.
How Does Acupuncture Work?
The traditional Chinese theory behind acupuncture as medical treatment is very different from that of Western medicine. In traditional Chinese medicine, health results form a harmonious balance between the complementary extremes (yin and yang) of the life force known as qi or chi.
Qi is believed to flow through pathways (meridians) in your body. These meridians and the energy flow are accessible through more than 350 acupuncture points. Illness results from an imbalance of the forces. By inserting needles into these points in various combinations, acupuncture practitioners believe that your energy flow will rebalance.
In contrast, the Western explanation of acupuncture incorporates modern concepts of neuroscience. Many practitioners view the acupuncture points as places to stimulate nerves, muscles and connective tissue. This stimulation appears to boost the activity of your body's natural painkillers and increase blood flow.
Who Is Acupuncture For?
Acupuncture can be a stand-alone treatment for some conditions, but it's also increasingly being used in conjunction with more conventional Western medical treatments. For example, doctors may combine acupuncture and drugs to control pain and nausea after surgery. Studies indicate that acupuncture offers symptomatic relief for a variety of diseases and conditions, including low back pain, headaches, fibromyalgia, migraines and osteoarthritis.
In addition, research shows acupuncture can help manage postoperative dental pain and alleviate chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. Acupuncture also offers relief for chronic menstrual cramps and tennis elbow.
Pros and Cons of Acupuncture
- Acupuncture is safe when performed properly
- It has few side effects
- It can be useful as a complement to other treatment methods
- It's becoming more available in conventional medical settings
- It helps control certain types of pain
- It may be an alternative if you don't respond to or don't want to take pain medications
Please call for more information on acupuncture treatments or with any questions or to request an appointment. 262.787.1772 is convenient to the New Berlin area or 262.901.0053 is convenient to the Brookfield area.
