Are there Limits to Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture?

Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture are effective, but cannot solve all poblems. Acute, life-threatening conditions should be handled by qualified Western medical doctors. How to Choose an Acupuncturist The Medical Board of California has granted licenses to qualified acupuncturists for more than 15 years. Always look for a copy of the license; the acupuncturist should clearly display it. Licensed practitioners complete two years of pre-medical education, three years at an approved or certified college of Oriental Medicine, and they must pass a rigorous written and practical examination by the California Acupuncture Board. The California Acupuncture Board can help you locate a qualified acupuncturist. Most states can verify licensure online such as New York, Rhode Island and California. Trust your intuition! Do you feel comfortable with the practitioner? Ask your friends for recommendations. Do not be afraid to ask questions. Ask about a practitioner's experience with conditions such ...  more

Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture are effective, but cannot solve all poblems. Acute, life-threatening conditions should be handled by qualified Western medical doctors.How to Choose an AcupuncturistThe Medical Board of California has granted licenses to qualified acupuncturists for more than 15 years. Always look for a copy of the license; the acupuncturist should clearly display it. Licensed practitioners complete two years of pre-medical education, three years at an approved or certified college of Oriental Medicine, and they must pass a rigorous written and practical examination by the California Acupuncture Board. The California Acupuncture Board can help you locate a qualified acupuncturist. Most states can verify licensure online such as New York, Rhode Island and California. Trust your intuition! Do you feel comfortable with the practitioner? Ask your friends for recommendations. Do not be afraid to ask questions. Ask about a practitioner's experience with conditions such as ...  more