PIHMA'S Clinic of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture is Open to the General Public
     

  PIHMA's Community Clinic provides Alternative Medicine (Asian/Oriental Medicine, which includes acupuncture, herbs, bodywork, nutrition and exercise counseling, & energy work) service to the community at reasonable prices. The clinic is located at our beautiful campus in central Phoenix, which is also the home to our College.

Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture's Community Clinic offers two treatment options:

• Student treatments administered by a pre-graduate student intern under the supervision of a licensed acupuncturist or faculty member at reduced rates.
  
  
• Professional treatments: administered by licensed acupuncturists who are either faculty members or PIHMA graduates.

Herbal Medicine Consultations
Herbal consultations are held separately on herbal clinic shifts, or in conjunction with acupuncture treatment appointments.

Contact PIHMA for rates and appointment times. Herbal formulations are available at an additional cost from the PIHMA Pharmacy, also on our main campus.

PIHMA offers various workshops and training programs for businesses devoted to helping to keep you and your employees healthy. Click here to find out more.

Contact PIHMA Clinic at (602) 274-1878 for an appointment or for more information.

America’s Fastest-Growing Healthcare Method
The roots of Oriental Medicine date back more than 5,000 years. Today at the PIHMA Community Clinic, we practice Acupuncture and other components of Oriental Medicine. These include:

• Herbology (Chinese Medicine)
• Acupuncture (Needle Therapy, Cupping, Moxibustion, & Electrical Stimulation)
• Qi Gong (A Breathing Exercise)
• Tui Na (A Powerful, Deep Tissue Massage) & Acupressure
• Mind-body Medicine, Meditation, and Energy Therapy
• Dietary Management

Oriental medical Acupuncturists are part of integrative healthcare teams in a variety of treatment facilities including:

• Hospitals
• Physician's Offices (Including Chiropractic, Medical, Dental, and Veterinary)
• Wellness Centers
• Pain Management Centers
• Rehabilitation Centers.

How Acupuncture Works
Qi (pronounced “chee”) is the key to life in Oriental medicine. It is the vital force that allows you to move, think, feel, and work. Qi is constantly in motion, flowing along meridians or pathways throughout your body, sending renewed life force to every cell. Any disruption of this flow may result in pain, dysfunction, and ill health. Acupuncturists restore and balance this essential flow of Qi by using very fine needles to stimulate the meridians at precise points.

What is an Acupuncture Treatment Like?
Your treatment begins with an extensive conversation about your medical history, current health and lifestyle. The pulses on both your wrists will be carefully studied, your tongue examined, and a treatment plan proposed. Many first-time patients are amazed at how comfortable they feel during an acupuncture treatment. When the needle accesses the flow of Qi, a slight tingling, a heaviness, or a tugging sensation may be felt. Acupuncture needles have been scientifically proven to release endorphins giving patients a pleasant experience.

Universally Accepted - Fastest-Growing Healthcare Modality
The World Health Organization (WHO) officially recognizes Acupuncture as effective treatment for a multitude of diseases, addictions, and injuries. Scientifically controlled studies prove that Oriental medicine (including Acupuncture) is safe, effective, and less expensive than Western medicine.

List of ailments treated by Acupuncture & Oriental medicine:

Addictions Allergies Anxiety Arthritis Asthma Attention Deficit Disorder Bed Wetting (Enuresis) Blood Pressure (High or Low) Bronchial Conditions Bursitis Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Chronic Fatigue (CFIDS) Circulation Problems Colds & Flu Colitis Colon, Spastic Constipation Depression Detox for Chemical Dependency Diarrhea Disc Problems Dizziness (Vertigo) Emphysema Fatigue Fibromyalgia Gall Bladder Disorders Gas and Bloating Gynecological Dysfunctions Hay Fever Headaches, Migraines Heart Problems

Hemorrhoids Immune System Deficiency Indigestion Infertility Injuries (Auto, Sports, Work, Home) Insomnia Kidney Problems Liver Problems Nervousness Neuralgia Obesity Pain (Back, Neck, Joint, Hip, Cramps) Pleurisy Post-Surgery Recovery Pre-Menstrual Syndrome Prostate Problems Rheumatism Sciatica Shingles Sinus Trouble Skin Problems Stomach Problems Stress Stroke Sore Throat Thyroid Conditions Ulcers Urinary Problems and more...

Click here for informative articles on Alternative Medicines written by our President and Founder, Catherine Niemiec.

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