Acupuncture
Susan Moore, L.Ac.
Toyohari Japanese Acupuncture
Toyohari is a form of gentle acupuncture originating in Japan.
Acupuncture came from China to Japan in the sixth century and since
the 17th century has been highly developed by blind acupuncturists.
Today, as many as 40% of acupuncturists in Japan are blind and
emphasize touch and feeling in diagnosing. A Toyohari treatment
consists of palpation (touch) of the abdomen and channel pathways,
taking the pulse, then non-needle stimulation of acupuncture points. If
needed, very shallow needling might be done but can be avoided for
those who are sensitive. This type of acupuncture is very effective and
is used on adults and children and can be specifically requested.

Treating Children
Acupuncture is helpful for children of all ages. Painless, non-needle
insertion techniques are used. The treatment lasts only a few minutes.
After a treatment, you will most likely notice improvement in symptoms
as well as other areas of well-being such as increased energy and
increased happiness. Acupuncture treats many childhood conditions
including: allergies, asthma, colic, constipation, diarrhea, teething, poor
appetite, sleep problems, night terrors, eczema, ear infections,
frequent colds, ADD & ADHD.

Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum & Female Cycle
Traditional Chinese medicine is a nurturing, effective treatment for
many aspects of pregnancy, birth and the female cycle. As preventive
care, acupuncture gently supports and balances the body's vital energy
(Qi) nurturing mother and baby during pregnancy and helps with
recovery after birth. If problems arise during pregnancy, acupuncture
is helpful in the treatment of morning sickness, depression, anxiety,
allergies, constipation, other digestive problems, back pain,
hypertension/pre-eclampsia, tendonitis, edema, sleep problems,
threatened miscarriage and breach presentation.

The postpartum period is viewed by Chinese medicine as a time of
relative deficiency and great emphasis is placed on caring for mother
and building strength (which in turn helps baby). In doing so, the mother
may prevent possible problems in the future such as fatigue, uterine
prolapse, painful menstruation and other chronic problems. Acupuncture
is also very helpful with lactation difficulties and postpartum recovery.

Many conditions of the female cycle are alleviated or regulated by
acupuncture such as infertility, PMS, painful periods, heavy to no flow
periods, low back pain, breast distention, anxiety, depression and
moodiness.

What is Asian Medicine?
Traditional Asian medicine is a comprehensive system of health care
with a continuous clinical tradition of over 3,000 years. It includes
acupuncture and herbal treatment as well as massage (tuina), dietary
therapy, meditation, and exercise.

How does it work?
Asian medicine is based on an energetic model rather than the
biochemical model of Western medicine. The ancient Chinese recognized
the vital energy behind all life forms and life processes. They called
this energy Qi (pronounced “chee”).

Ancient physicians, in developing and understanding the prevention and
cure of disease, discovered a system of specific energetic pathways in
the human body. Acupuncture points are located along these pathways.
Each point has a predictable effect upon the vital energy passing
through it. Modern science has been able to measure the electrical
charges at these points, thus corroborating the locations of the
meridians mapped by the ancients.

Disease is considered to arise because of deficiency or imbalance of
vital energy resulting from such factors as: trauma, stress, diet,
pathogenic factors and genetic tendencies. Acupuncture disrupts the
patterns of deficiency or imbalance and enhances the body’s own natural
ability to heal.

Is Acupuncture safe?
In the hands of a licensed acupuncturist, your safety is assured. The
needles are sterilized and disposable.

What can I expect in a treatment?
Many conditions may be alleviated very rapidly by acupuncture and
herbs; however, some conditions which have arisen over a course of
years will be relieved only with slow, steady progress. As in any form of
healing, the patient’s attitude, diet, determination and lifestyle will
affect the outcome of a course of treatment. Traditional Asian
medicine is also an educational process in which the patient becomes
more aware of his or her own body, thus increasing its ability to
maintain well-being.

Although there are techniques in traditional Asian medicine for healing
most conditions, there are medical circumstances which can be dealt
with more effectively by Western medicine. In such cases, your
acupuncturist will recommend that you contact a physician.

Is Acupuncture painful?
Acupuncture bears no resemblance to the feeling of receiving an
injection, since the main source of pain from an injection is the larger
diameter, hollow needle, and the medication being forced into the
tissues by pressure. Acupuncture needles are very fine and flexible,
about the diameter of a human hair. In most cases, insertion by a skilled
practitioner is performed with a minimum of discomfort. Most patients
find the treatments relaxing and many fall asleep during the
treatments. In some cases it is not necessary to use needles at all. Non-
needle insertion treatments are an option and are especially helpful in
treating children.

What can acupuncture treat?
The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture and traditional
Asian medicine’s ability to treat over 43 commonly encountered clinical
disorders. Among these are:


Susan Moore, L.Ac.
Susan Moore received her master's degree in acupuncture from the
Northwest Institute of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, is
certified by the National Commission for the Certification of
Acupuncture, and is a licensed practitioner in Washington state. She is
also a member of the American Acupuncture Alliance, Acupuncture
Association of Washington and North American Toyohari Association.

Susan has specialized training in women's and children's health including
gynecological disorders, maternity and postpartum care, chronic
conditions, and emotional disorders.

Susan believes in empowering others to take a preventive stance in
their own health and concentrates on treating the underlying cause of a
condition, not just the symptoms—which is the primary focus of
traditional Asian medicine.
Susan Moore, L.Ac.
206.789.8843
susanmoorlac@gmail.com

760 N. 34th St.
Seattle, WA 98103
& Asian Medicine