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What is
Qi
The
Chinese concept of Qi Energy is not easily translated into
western thought or language. It has been defined as ‘vital
energy’, ‘air, breath or steam energy’, ‘life force’, and
‘living essence’. Qi is all of these and none of them.
According to the experience of
Qigong and Acupuncture practitioner, of those who can feel and
‘manipulate’ Qi energy for healing or other purposes, “Qi can be
best explained as a type of energy very much like electricity,
which flows through the human or animal body” . When this
circulation of electricity-like energy becomes blocked or
unbalanced, the individual or animal will become ill and if the
flow is not restored, will die.
In ancient China, people had
very little knowledge of electricity. They only knew from
acupuncture that when a needle was inserted into the acupuncture
cavities, some kind of energy other than heat was produced which
often caused a shocking or a tickling sensation. It was not
until the last few decades, when the Chinese people were more
acquainted with electromagnetic science, that they began to
recognize that this energy circulating in the body, which they
called Qi, might be the same thing as what today's science calls
"bioelectricity."
More and more scientific evident
show that, the Chinese manuscripts dating back thousands of
years describe the Eastern belief that the life force, termed
"Qi", is generated by the earth's magnetic field and we can also
concluded that “Qi” is equivalent to “Bioelectromagnetic
energy”.
There is no doubt that “the best
introduction to the bioelectromagnetic circuitry of the human
body is to be found in the study of acupuncture”. The
acupuncture meridians are actually low resistance pathways for
the flow of electromagnetic information through the living
matrix. These electromagnetic signals, like the Chinese concept
of Qi energy, then enter each and every organ, tissue, and cell
of the body through the intracellular matrix between cells and
cytoskeleton within cells.
AcuGraph Digital Meridian Imaging is the cutting edge of
Evidence-Based Acupuncture. Based on Ryodoraku
acupuncture, AcuGraph provides complete information
about your patient's meridian energy balance and
recommendations for treatment, all in an easy, 2-minute
exam. AcuGraph is like a lab test for acupuncture.
Balancing Your Energy:
The Secret to Vibrant Health
Ancient wisdom meets the cutting-edge technology:
The AcuGraph® Digital Meridian Imaging™ system is a
computerized tool used to analyze and document the
energetic status of the acupuncture meridians. Your
healthcare practitioner will use the system in a short
examination by touching a moistened probe to acupuncture
points on your hands and feet.
1.
What is AcuGraph?
The AcuGraph Digital Meridian Imaging system is a
computerized tool used to analyze and document the
energetic status of the acupuncture meridians. Your
healthcare practitioner will use the system in a short
examination by touching a moistened probe to acupuncture
points on your hands and feet.
2.
What are Acupuncture Meridians?
Acupuncture meridians are invisible energy pathways in
your body that have been used therapeutically for over
5000 years. These meridians conduct life-force energy,
or Qi (pronounced “chee”) in and around all the parts of
your body. Blockage or interference in these meridian
pathways can result in energetic imbalances that may
contribute to negative health conditions. The primary
goal of acupuncture treatment is to restore energetic
balance and proper energy flow to these meridians, thus
allowing your body to function normally and return to
health naturally.
3.
How can AcuGraph help me?
The AcuGraph system allows your practitioner to measure
and analyze the energy level of each acupuncture
meridian. Armed with this information, your healthcare
practitioner can make better-informed decisions about
your condition, and provide the best treatment possible.
4.
What does my P.I.E. score mean?
Within the P.I.E. chart, each wedge of the circle
represents one meridian pathway. Those shown in green
are balanced and functioning properly. Colors that do
not extend to the edge of the circle identify and
classify your meridian energy imbalances.
Your P.I.E. (Personal
Integrated Energetics) score includes a complete
analysis of all your meridian pathways and reflects the
overall health of your meridian energy system. A perfect
score of 100 reflects complete balance and unimpeded
flow of your Qi energy. A lower score means there are
various imbalances that you and your healthcare
practitioner should address together.
5.
Why Did my Healthcare Practitioner Choose AcuGraph?
AcuGraph is the premiere measurement tool of its type on
the market today. It provides a fast and efficient exam,
gives the most advanced treatment options, and allows
your healthcare practitioner to easily track your
progress. AcuGraph is the natural choice for
practitioners who are committed to high-quality care and
outstanding results. Your practitioner insists on
providing the highest quality care, and this is the most
important reason he or she has chosen the AcuGraph
system.
What should I expect in my AcuGraph exam?
The exam itself is brief and comfortable. You will need
to remove your shoes and socks, and sit or lie
comfortably during the exam. You will hold a metal bar
in one hand, and your practitioner will touch a probe
lightly to your skin in various spots on your hands and
feet. During the exam, you will hear the computer
produce tones that mean the exam is progressing
properly. The entire exam takes about 2 minutes.
Is
AcuGraph Safe?
AcuGraph uses a tiny electric current to test the
conductivity of each of your acupuncture meridians. This
electrical current is extremely safe for infants,
children, adults and the elderly alike. In fact, the
only safety concern at all is when there is a pacemaker
or other implanted medical device present. In that case,
the AcuGraph exam is not performed.
Will I feel anything?
Yes. The tip of the probe will be moist, so you will
feel the moisture where the probe touches your skin. But
it’s very unlikely you’ll feel the electric current.
It’s far too small to be felt in most cases.
What will I learn from the AcuGraph exam?
The AcuGraph exam will show you the balance of energy in
your acupuncture meridians. This balance, or lack of
balance, is an important key to understanding the state
of your health and potential health issues. Your
practitioner will help you understand the exam results
in the context of your current condition.
If
I have energy imbalances, does it mean I’m sick?
Not necessarily. It only means there is an imbalance.
According to acupuncture theory, energy imbalances in
your meridians, left untreated, may lead to health
problems. That’s why it’s important to locate and
correct imbalances—before they become severe.
Is
one exam enough?
In
general, you’ll start with your first exam to establish
a baseline, and than have at least one follow-up exam to
track your progress. Most likely you will have several
AcuGraph exams over the course of several weeks.
How often should I have an AcuGraph exam?
Once your initial imbalances are corrected, it’s a good
idea to follow up occasionally—so you can catch problems
before they grow. Your acupuncture practitioner will
recommend how often you should be checked.
Choo Led Sin,
M.Med, L.TCM, LAc
