Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese method used to relieve some health conditions and symptoms.
The ancient practice of acupuncture started in China approximately 3000 years ago. Early documentation describes acupuncture as an organized system of diagnosis and treatment.
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese method used to relieve some health conditions and symptoms, such as pain. An acupuncturist inserts very thin steel needles into the patient’s skin at multiple “acupoints.” The needles rebalance the body’s energy, or qi, and prompt the body to release natural chemicals to fight the illness or symptom.
The practice comes from traditional Chinese medicine. Scientific studies have confirmed its effectiveness for some conditions.
The ancient practice of acupuncture started in China approximately 3000 years ago. Early documentation describes acupuncture as an organized system of diagnosis and treatment.
Acupuncture is referenced in The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine, which dates back to 100 BCE. By this time, the Qi (vital energy or life force) flow channels were well established, and the information likely stemmed from a compilation of traditions passed down over centuries.9 Gradually, the practice of acupuncture was honed and insertion points became more specified, until it became a standard practice in China alongside massage, diet, and herbs.
Let’s explore the benefits of acupuncture, but understand that many of the benefits closely resemble the benefits of chiropractic care. This is why many Doctors of Chiropractic seek to offer acupuncture in their practices, because the combination of both is a powerful health enhancing process.
Reduced Stress
Stress is one of the top reasons people explore the idea of adding acupuncture treatment to their personal health regimen. Stress comes at us from professional and personal directions and more than two-thirds of adults admit to experiencing physical symptoms as a result of stress.
Acupuncture has a long history of lowering stress hormones and moderating a person’s mood resulting in a reduction of anxiety and improved overall feelings of happiness.
Reduced Back Pain
Many people suffer from neck tension, joint pain in their hands and arms, or back pain, and it’s easy to understand why. Lot’s of sitting over a keyboard, carrying a bag or business case, and the poor posture related to cellphone usage. Acupuncture provides drug-free pain relief for these situations while also reducing swelling and inflammation.
Acupuncture needles are super-thin and flexible, and patients hardly feel them when inserted. In some instances, low levels of electricity can be conducted through an acupuncture needle.
Relief from Headaches
While acupuncture has been used to treat headaches for thousands of years, there are more recent studies showing that acupuncture can reduce days with migraines and may have lasting effects. With the most common side effects being a sense of euphoria and relaxation, acupuncture is a choice treatment for those seeking a less invasive, drug-free option.
Reduced Eye Strain
Acupuncture is very effective in treating eye strain often connected to neck tension. Acupuncture also treats many eye ailments including myopia (short-sightedness), hypermetropia (long sightedness), cataract, glaucoma, presbyopia, astigmatism, amblyopia (lazy eye), diplopia, color blindness, and night blindness.
Improved Immune System
Acupuncture can help fight off pathogens by boosting the body’s immune system. Acupuncture treatments can also reduce the duration of a cold and relieve debilitating symptoms that keep you feeling miserable and away from family or work.
Enhanced Mental Clarity and Increased Energy
Are you looking for enhanced mental clarity and a surge of increased energy? These is a common opinion we hear from our acupuncture patients. So is improved sleep, which is why acupuncture is used to treat sleep disorders like insomnia.
Relief from Digestive Conditions
There are many studies linking digestive health with overall health. Acupuncture is very effective in helping to regulate the digestive system, good news for those plagued by gastrointestinal problems.
Allergy Relief
Acupuncture can be vitally important in preventing allergies but it is also important to strengthening your body before allergy season begins. Acupuncture may also reduce allergy symptoms and can be used in place of antihistamines, or in conjunction with them.
Smoking Cessation
Acupuncture can be effective in quitting or reducing smoking habits. In addition to helping alleviate the jitters associated with smoking cessation, acupuncture can reduce cravings, and lessen irritability. It also promotes lung tissue repair while increasing relaxation and detoxification in the body.
Reduction of Injuries
Repetitive stress injuries are some of the most common job-related injuries and can lead to a high number of days away from work. Acupuncture is constructive in treating repetitive stress injuries and can eliminate the need for surgery or drugs.
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