Conditions and Treatment

Acupuncture and Natural Chinese Herbs are safe medical procedures and are well known for their efficacy and lack of side-effects when administered by a qualified practitioner. Americans from all walks of life now look to acupuncture as a primary form of treatment, which can be used in conjunction with Western medical providers.

Some of the conditions that respond favorably
to Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine include:

Chronic Pain due to arthritis, traumatic injury, repetitive strain or degenerative change. Including Neck, Back, and Joint Pain.

Headaches, Migraines, Allergies, Insomnia, Chronic Fatigue, Mentaland Emotional Stress.

Digestive Disorders, IBS, High Cholesterol and Weight Loss.

Female reproductive health including menstrual pain and irregularity, fibroids and endometriosis. Perimenopausal hot flashes, insomnia and weight gain. Osteoporosis.

Male reproductive health and sexual function.

Supportive Treatment to boost energy and alleviate side effects of chemotherapy, radiation, chronic fatigue and immune compromise.

Comprehensive Programs are available for rejuvenation and longevity.

Vacuum Cupping Massage is a traditional, non-needle technique for relieving muscular tension, particularly along the back and shoulders. Negative pressure draws tissue into the cup, gently stretching the area. This method greatly increases blood flow and reduces lymphatic congestion. Some bruising is typical with cupping as this indicates the degree of circulatory stagnation. Cupping marks are usually not painful and fade quickly. As the treatment is repeated and the health of the tissue improves bruising eventually becomes non-existent.

Mark is expert with this versatile method and has adapted a variety of treatments for chronic pain due injury, stress and overuse. He has shown great success treating whiplash, headaches, menstrual pain, fibromyalgia and respiratory constriction.

What to expect during an Acupuncture Treatment

During an Acupuncture treatment patients may feel a warm or tingling sensation as the needles contact the Qi and communicate with their body's energy system. Most patients find their treatments extremely relaxing. Some people may drift into a deep refreshing sleep while others may experience a sense of mental clarity and well being.

The primary method of acupuncture treatment is the gentle insertion of fine needles at precise locations around the body. Acupuncture needles are flexible and extremely thin. They are packaged in sterile envelopes that are opened immediately before and disposed of immediately after treatment.

Although acupuncture needles provide the most specific treatment, there are always options for reluctant patients or for those whom needles may be inappropriate such as small children or severely depleted individuals. Treatment alternatives include Acupressure massage, herbal patches, liniments and adhesive magnets.   These techniques may also be used to enhance of the effects of acupuncture and prolong the benefits of treatment .

The effects of Acupuncture reach deep inside the body to alleviate pain and improve recuperative powers. Acupuncture may be combined with any program of recovery, wellness and longevity or used by anyone who wants to achieve optimum levels of health.  Because the meridians connect with the internal organs, they can be selected to influence systemic functions including tissue regeneration, digestion, immunity, sexual energy and reproduction, memory and cognition.

Practitioner Qualifications

Mark Shprintz is licensed by the Tennessee State Acupuncture Committee and is Nationally Certified in Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology. He is a graduate with highest honors from a four-year program that teaches all phases of Traditional Oriental Medicine as well as extensive anatomy, physiology and biomedicine. Mark is trained in the safe usage of Chinese Herbs in conjunction with commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals. He has selected the highest quality natural products for his patients.

Mark also teaches acupressure massage and lectures on the benefits of Acupuncture and Natural Herbal Medicine.