A. Acupuncture is based on the meridian theory, in which Qi, or vital energy, is believed to travel through precise pathways or meridians to nourish the tissues. An obstruction in the movement of these energy rivers is like a dam that backs up the flow in one part of the body and restricts it in others. There are twelve major meridians, each connected to a particular organ, plus eight special or “extra” meridians. The meridians can be influenced by needling the acupoints; the acupuncture needles unblock the obstructions at the dams, and reestablish the flow. Acupuncture treatments can therefore help the body’s internal organs to correct imbalances in their digestion, absorption, and energy production activities, and in the circulation of their energy through the meridians.

Clinic
Dr. Helen Weiping Zhao, Ph.D, provides quality care based on acupuncture, moxibustion, ear patch, cupping, seven-star needle, naturally Chinese herbal medicine and more.

For more information, please contact Dr. Zhao at the contact provided below:

Location:
Blackstone Valley Medical Building
333 School Street, Suite 110
Pawtucket, RI 02860
Phone: 401-305 -2379
Fax: 401-722-1521
E-mail: acupuncturehealthcare@verizon.net