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NEW! Hours of Operation :

Starting from 01/01/2024,

Clinic's New Hours: Tuesdays, 10:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays : 08:00 a.m. to 02:00 p.m.

Before FAQ : 
Acupuncture: You might wonder if acupuncture is painful…
The question of whether or not acupuncture is painful is a legitimate and common question. Most often, people receiving acupuncture report no pain from the insertion or removal of acupuncture needles. Many seem to regret that they waited so long to receive acupuncture due to their fear that it could be painful. Most people seem to be very relaxed after acupuncture treatment, and it is common for patients to say that they look forward to their next visit. The insertion of an acupuncture needle is sometimes described by patients as sort of a micro-mosquito bite. When patients seek out treatment for existing pain, they often report no pain at all from the insertion of the needles. Some patients report feeling nothing, and are even prompted by the experience to ask whether a needle has actually been inserted.

Chinese Herbs: made from plants and herbs which don't include chemical and medicine.
All herbs are derived from nature. While the herbs have been packaged for easier ingestion and now look like pills, capsules, tablets, liquids, and powders, they are still the natural herbs. This packaging approach makes it easier for patients to take herbs and enjoy their health benefits. Depending on the patient’s condition, herbs can treat a number of chronic problems and some acute health issues.
Herbs can help alleviate a variety of issues depending on the problem and its source. In healthy individuals, herbs can address fatigue and stress and help strengthen the immune system. Herbs may also be used in some instances to help with arthritis, sinusitis, sexual function, and major organ and endocrine system problems. Some herbs have special benefits such as herbal teas for healthy weight loss. The practitioners at Meridian Elements Healthcare and Acupuncture Center are well-qualified to 
provide herbal treatment, and efforts are made to sell herbs at the lowest possible price.


Frequently Asked Questions :

Q. What to wear for acupuncture treatment ?

You should wear loose, comfortable clothing. The most commonly usedacupuncture points are on the lower legs and arms, back, and abdomen, so pants with legs loose enough to roll up to the knee are helpful. loose clothing so that the practitioner can have easy access esp. to arms to your elbows, legs to your knees!

Q. What training is required to practice acupuncture?

The Texas Legislature does not require medical doctors to have any knowledge, training, experience, nor to pass any exams to practice Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Chiropractors may have some limited training. However, acupuncturists are required to do extensive training over approximately four years at an approved acupuncture school or college, and to pass comprehensive National Examinations administered by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Individuals licensed by the Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners are fully qualified to practice Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Q. What are the needles made of?

Today most needles are made of surgical stainless steel. In our clinic, we use the best quality of needles. In ancient China needles were made of bamboo, fish bone, bronze, silver and gold.

Q. How long and thick are the needles?

The needles vary from ½ inch to over 2" in length. The longer needles are used in the more fleshy parts of the body. An acupuncturist will almost always use only ½, 1" and 1 ½ needles. The needles are usually 30 gauge to 38 gauge. A 38-gauge needle is a little thicker than a human hair. Acupuncturists are trained to use the appropriate thickness for the treatment.

Q. Is Acupuncture painful?

This is the first question most people ask. The majority of people who have received acupuncture indicate it is not what they expected. They found their experience was favorable and they would definitely recommend it. There is no correlation between depth of the acupuncture point and patient discomfort. Most patients feel no undue discomfort. Part of the extensive training is learning how to insert needles without causing pain or discomfort.

Q. How deep are the needles inserted?

Each acupuncture point has it’s own unique depth. Part of an acupuncturist’s comprehensive training is knowing the depth of insertion for each acupuncture point. The needle insertion depth can be as shallow as 1/32" for ear points to over 2" for buttock points.

Q. Are the needles sterile?

Licensed Acupuncturists are required to use needles that come in a sterile pack. They are one time use needles.

Q. How does acupuncture work?

There is no all-inclusive definitive Western explanation of why it works. The Eastern explanation is very complex. In general, acupuncture treats the body as a whole. It does not separate the mind, body, soul, or psychic into separate parts. It assumes that there is a connection between each part of the body. Ex: In Western medicine the pulmonary specialist has little knowledge of liver problems. In Oriental medicine this relation is crucial to solving asthma and assorted lung problems. In general the acupuncturist balances internal energy so that the body functions as a whole and returns to a normal condition for that body given that persons genetic structure.

Q. How many acupuncture points are there?

There are at least 1,000 acupuncture points and more are discovered each year.

Q. Do acupuncturist recommend vitamins?

Yes, some do. Vitamins come in a wide range of potencies. Many individuals take too many vitamins. A good vitamin program would be based on what is best for your system. A company called Ideal Health has a program of customizing vitamins and potencies for each person based on a persons urine sample, their gender, age, etc. For more information contact your acupuncturist or call 972-279-4888.

Q. Is acupuncture safe?

Acupuncture done by a fully trained acupuncturist licensed by the Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners is very safe and should not be a concern to the patient.

Q. Can an acupuncturist prescribe medication?

No, only a physician can prescribe medication, but in many instances acupuncturists will recommend herbal formulations for specific problems and to improve the effectiveness of the treatments.

Q. How many treatments do I need?

It varies depending on the problem. Chronic problems or problems you have had for a long time may take more treatments then acute problems of short duration. Acupuncture has a cumulative effect and treatments done in close proximity of each other may be appropriate. It is common for chronic problems to take 5 to 10 visits.

Q. Are there different types of acupuncture?

Yes, however; the acupuncture points are the same. Someone trained in Chinese acupuncture may choose a set of points that would be different than someone trained in Korean or Japanese acupuncture, or Five Element acupuncture. It is not the type of acupuncture, but the competence and training that is important.

Q. I’m pregnant can I have acupuncture?

Acupuncture is very effective in treating morning sickness and many other issues ralted to preganacy. Acupuncture can be used during pregnancy.

Q. Is acupuncture only good for pain?

There is a misconception that acupuncture is only used for pain. Acupuncture is very effective in treating internal problems.

Q. Who comes for acupuncture?

Initially individuals come because their health problem was not solved by traditional Western medicine. Many have received such good results that they then decide to use the acupuncturist as their primary health care provider.

Q. Are there some health problems not appropriate for acupuncture?

There are many health care problems that should only be seen by a medical doctor. For trauma situations Western medicine should be the choice. In general, in our clinic, we treat more than 200 chronic diseases.

Q. Should I get herbs at the health food stores?

Most health food stores have single herbs. Almost never are single herbs used in Traditional Oriental medicine. our clinic recommends herbal formulation(s) for your specific problem.

Q. Who makes the laws concerning Acupuncture?

The Texas Legislature makes the laws concerning medical practices including Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Q. Will insurance pay for acupuncture?

It varies by different insurance policies. Please call your insurance company and find out your insurance coverage. Some insurance companies cover acupuncture. The list of these companies that reimburse grows each year.


Q. Who administrates or regulates Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Texas?

The Texas Legislature has indicated that the Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners, which is a subset of the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, is the licensing body for Acupuncturists. The Acupuncture Board is composed of acupuncturists, medical doctors, and public citizens. The Governor appoints these positions.

Address : 10611 Garland Rd, #111, Dallas, TX, 75218

Phone/Text: 972.279.4888

Email : clinicdallas@gmail.com

last updated : 01/15/2024. All rights reserved by Meridian Elements Inc.

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