Every minute of every day, the cells of your body are being worn down by environmental pollutants, stress, illness and more. Fortunately, the human body has an incredible ability to heal itself -- if given the chance.
The Meridian Stress Assessment (MSA) is a procedure that takes the best of Western technology in combination with Eastern medicine. This painless, noninvasive procedure uses a balanced acupressure point together with a complex computer program to gather information about the functional health of your body.
We have performed over 5,000 tests on patients -- gathering vital data that our doctor uses to set up protocols and conduct treatments.
Some frequently asked questions:
What are meridians?
Meridians are a network of energetic pathways that pass through your body's tissues and organs. Bioelectric energy, essential for human life, flows through each meridian and the associated organs and tissues. You may have heard of this energy referred to by the Chinese term of Qi (chi). Many acupressure points run along each meridian, providing windows into the meridian system.
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Is this going to hurt?
No. You will hold a brass rod in one hand while the technician uses a probe to take readings at a specific location on your thumb.
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How does this differ from regular medical treatment?
Meridian testing does not take the place of qualified medical diagnosis and treatment. You are responsible for your own medical needs and must determine which type of medical care is best for you. Conventional medicine is exceptionally effective in health crisis management, in diagnosing disease, and in prescribing medication that will diminish symptoms.
Meridian testing is a way to address concerns that don’t always show up in other tests. It is helpful for people who want to improve their general health, as well as those with chronic problems that lack a specific diagnosis or that have not responded to other treatment.
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Will meridian testing be harmful to me in any way?
The amount of current used in meridian testing is in the range of millionths of an amp. This is so slight that you will most likely not even feel it. The technology can be compared to polygraph, EKG (electro-encephalogram), EMG (electromyelogram), MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), and other technologies that measure electrical response on the surface of the skin.
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Will this procedure cure me of disease?
This is not a treatment device. The primary purpose of this system is to measure the body’s resistance to the positive and negative effects of various substances. It is not intended to make a medical diagnosis or to replace medical intervention.
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How often do I need to have meridian testing and balancing done?
We will test you at least three times during the course of your allergy treatments: an initial test for general imbalances and sensitivities, a second for more specific allergens, and a third when you are finished with your allergy treatments to make sure that all sensitivities are cleared. However, you can be tested as frequently as you and your practitioner desire.
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Can I still take my prescription medications while taking homeopathic or herbal remedies?
Yes. In fact, you should never stop taking a prescription medication without consulting your physician.
This test will, however, provide you with the ability to test your medication as well as any other nutritional supplements you may be taking to see whether it weakens, balances, or stresses your system.
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