My specialty is Japanese Style Acupuncture , this is a gentle style of Acupuncture that focuses on the root cause of an individuals problem. Diagnosis is done by visual observation, asking questions and by palpating the body. In particular I examine the the radial pulse and the abdomen. These are the areas of the body that give the most information about the core or root cause of a persons problem. Once a pattern of disharmony is found I treat the core/root cause to build a foundation so that the presenting symptoms can truly be resolved. These presenting symptoms are what brings a person in for treatment to begin with. By treating the root first it is much easier to have a lasting effect in treating and resolving the symptoms. This is the heart of Japanese style Acupuncture. I also use the balance method of Acupuncture. This is a Chinese style of Acupuncture that many times can yield immediate results. This works especially well with issues of pain and physical discomfort.