Before visiting the TCM Inner Balance, you may have questions about your examination. We have prepared answers to the most frequently asked ones. If you don’t find the answer to your question, feel free to call us at reception on number 00420 725 090 720 or email us at info@tcminnerbalance.cz. We will be happy to assist you.
Yes, when performed by a trained professional. Acupuncture is very safe with minimal risk of side effects. All needles are single-use and sterile to prevent infection. Slava holds a university degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Australia, where he completed extensive training in acupuncture and herbal prescription, meeting the strict regulations of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Our treatment is designed to be comfortable, helping you relax both body and mind. Some clients feel nothing when the needle is inserted, while others may experience a slight prick. During needle stimulation, you might feel tingling, mild discomfort that quickly fades, or a pleasant warmth. Most clients find the therapy soothing, relaxing and often they fall asleep. After the session, there is generally no lingering discomfort from the needle insertion in most of the cases.
No, acupuncture is just one of the modalities to achieve a therapeutic result. Herbal treatment may be more suitable for you, or it can be combined with other therapies such as moxibustion, cupping, or gua sha.
We understand your concerns. At the TCM Inner Balance, we approach every client individually with respect and understanding. Everything related to acupuncture will be explained beforehand to help reduce your fears. it all depends on the communication between the therapist and the client. Therapist Slava, our experienced and qualified acupuncturist is gentle and perceptive to everyone. There is no need to worry, as acupuncture needles are as thin as a human hair.
The combination of Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture often leads to very effective results for many health issues. Herbs will be prescribed if deemed beneficial, which varies from case to case. Slavamir will discuss with you whether herbal treatment would be advantageous for your condition.
Chinese herbs are provided in granulated form, making them easy to prepare.
The frequency of treatments depends on the duration and severity of the condition (acute or chronic) and the client’s constitution. Generally, acute conditions may require 3 to 6 treatments, while some clients with chronic conditions take up to a year to achieve significant improvements.
Dry needling is a subset of acupuncture. In other words, dry needling requires inserting needles into trigger points with strong stimulation. Dry needling is a technique practiced by physiotherapists all over the world. In some places, like Australia, in order to employ dry needling in practice, one need to attend a weekend course. It is possible that dry needling practitioners can only treat specific areas. Therefore, the therapists with this course aren't qualified to diagnose complex problems from the point of view of acupuncture and TCM .
Acupuncture, over 3,000 years old, depends on palpating acupuncture pathways and points, knowledge of Western anatomy, pathological physiology of organs and their connection to acupuncture points that lie on acupuncture pathways and assist the flow of Qi and blood to create balance in the body. Acupuncture practitioners must complete at least 3 to 4 years of university studies in countries where TCM is in the state legislative system and is regulated by the Ministry of Health and Education (Australia, Canada, the US, England...).