Acupuncture

Leveraging Eastern and Western Methodologies

acupuncture1At 1000 Folded Cranes, Dr. Ragsdale’s expert acupuncture techniques, fortified with strong Eastern medical experience, allows his patients to find a resolution to their condition or pain in less time. Dr. Ragsdale is a master diagnostician, and by treating the root and branch of the problem, patients have an immediate indication as to the effectiveness of the treatment they receive.

Dr. Ragsdale’s acupuncture combines classical Chinese medical principles with modern pathophysiology and western anatomy in a clinical way that facilitates healing and wellness to achieve the best treatment outcomes.

Dry Needling

Also known as “dry needling” in the sports/physical therapy industry, Dr. Ragsdale relies on proven acupuncture and healing techniques that should only be performed by a licensed acupuncturist. As such, the body can benefit from one or more treatments designed to help promote balance in the body (Qi or Chi – pronounced: Chee) for common ailments and physical injury, as well as increased blood flow and healing.

Dr. Ragsdale is able to elicit the “De Qi”, or the arrival of Qi, through proper diagnosis, point/meridian selection, and his refined, wellness-focused techniques. Dr. Ragsdale has studied classical Chinese styles, Japanese acupuncture, trigger point therapy, and now, while practicing Master Tung acupuncture, has come into practice and style all of his own.