CHUNG-HWEI CHERNLY, L.AC., DIPL.AC., DIPL.C.H., OMD
ACUPUNCTURE CENTER, INC.
470 W. HARWOOD RD, HURST, TX 76054
METRO 817-498-8449 / FAX 817-281-4829
Email: chernly@sbcglobal.net Website: http://www.chernlyacupuncture.com
Does acupuncture hurt?
Not really. Because of (1) the special needles are very fine gauge #30, #32, #34,
or #36 (2) the special places, so called acupuncture points of the body, where the
needles are inserted, and (3) the special skill. However, on occasion, there may
be a “pinching” sensation, or rarely, like a bee sting.
How long does each treatment take?
Each treatment takes about 45 minutes, or from 30 to 60 minutes, depending on
the complication of the illness.
How often and how many times will I need to be treated?
Usually 2-3 times a week for 6-8 weeks for the serious/severely injured cases or
2-3 times a week for just one week the pain will be gone.
Does acupuncture, in any possibility, transmit infectious diseases, such as
AIDS, Hepatitis, etc...?
No. Because we use disposable needles and the procedures meet the
required standard.
Why does acupuncture work?
Generally speaking, it helps our body heal itself. The needle inserting into certain
parts of the body, initiates the healing system/ability which was jammed or slowed
down, start to function again. Our body has a healing system and healing ability
which is designed with the wisdom and power of our loving God. And it works
so wonderful. Without this healing ability, no human doctor can help any
disease. The ancient Chinese doctors might have known the secret, and took
advantage of the body’s healing system, by using needles to insert into the body,
and billions and billions of Chinese people have been healed in the past thousand
years.
Does acupuncture deaden or block the nerve?
No. Acupuncture is to make the nerve and muscle normal and strong again. It
does not mask the problem either, so since the problem is solved the pain goes
away.
CHUNG-HWEI CHERNLY, L.AC., DIPL.AC., DIPL.C.H., OMD
ACUPUNCTURE CENTER, INC.
470 W. HARWOOD RD, HURST, TX 76054
METRO 817-498-8449 / FAX 817-281-4829
Email: chernly@sbcglobal.net Website: http://www.chernlyacupuncture.com
Is there any danger of acupuncture?
No danger, risk, harm, or damage to the body if it is performed by a qualified,
licensed acupuncturist.
Why should I use herbs?
Many acupuncturists are also Chinese herbologists who can prescribe herbal
medicine to treat diseases. When combining acupuncture and herbal medicine,
one can treat many more diseases and get even better results.
What is “chi” or “qi”?
Chi or qi, pronounced as chee, is a form of energy, the energy flow, or a kind of
life force. A better term is “the breath of life”. It is an important concept in
acupuncture and Chinese medicine. The qi flows freely in the body to make us
live and keep us healthy. Without the qi we will be dead, or lacking of the qi we
will be ill.
Where does the qi come from and where does it start?
In Genesis 2:7 “the Lord God formed the man from the dust of the ground and
breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being”.
What is an OMD?
A doctor who practices Oriental Medicine, which includes Internal medicine,
External medicine, Women’s Health (Ob/Gyn), Pediatrics, Neuromuscular
Medicine, Mental Health, Geriatrics, Dermatology, Orthopedics, etc... An OMD
uses different specialized procedures such as acupuncture, moxibustion
(cauterization), herbal medicine, tui-na (bodywork/massage), cupping, guasha,
breathing exercises and more to treat patients.
Acupuncture and Herbal medicine are the main medical practice of Oriental Medicine.
To become an acupuncturist, Chinese herbal medicine is required in the schooling,
and passing the herbal exam is needed to be certified. The same goes for the Chinese
herbalist who also needs to pass the acupuncture exam to be certified as a Chinese
Herbalist.