What is Acupuncture and whom is it suitable for?
Acupuncture
is a form of alternative medicine that is considered to be one of the
core components of traditional Chinese medicine. This method of healing
is based on the insertion of fine needles into certain pressure points
in the body, in order to alleviate symptoms of diseases which disrupt
our natural balance. Although the needs are usually thinner than a hair
and don’t hurt, this treatment method isn’t suitable for people who are
scared of needles. If you have problems with blood clotting, you should
consult a doctor before choosing this type of treatment, as should
pregnant women, since some acupuncture methods are not suitable for
them.
How is the treatment performed?
At
the beginning of the process, the patient tells the acupuncturist about
their medical history and the problems that are bothering them now. The
area of pain or problem is then examined in the body, followed by a
personal treatment plan, during which the goals, treatment methods, and
necessary meetings are mapped. Finally, the acupuncture procedure is
performed, which involves inserting sterile needles into a number of
points that affect the relevant organs or systems, just as in the case
of the pressure points.
The
needles aren’t always inserted specifically in the painful area, but at
the points that correlate to it, so that sometimes pain in one area of
the body will be treated with acupuncture in a different area, such as
pain in the top part of the foot being treated with acupuncture in the
palms of the feet. Relief and results vary from patient and patient and
from one medical problem to another, meaning that some might make do
with 4 treatments and others might require 10 or more.
What are some possible side effects?
After
treatment, you may see blue marks in the areas where the needles were
inserted, while some patients, especially those at the beginning of
treatment, may feel slightly dizzy or tired. This usually goes away
after several treatments.
9 problems that can be treated with acupuncture
1. Treating colds and sore throat
Conventional
treatment for colds, the flu, and sore throats are only about relieving
symptoms, and part of it, for example, with the treatment of
antibiotics, can suppress the immune system. Acupuncture is not intended
to replace traditional treatment in cases of flu or colds, however, it
does help strengthen the immune system and relax the body, thereby
alleviating the coping with a sore throat usually accompanied by
headaches, fatigue, and weakness. For those who perform the treatment
during a cold or flu, acupuncture helps remove phlegm and soothes
coughing. Acupuncture is especially effective for people suffering from a
recurrent sore throat, as it reduces the frequency of these cases.
2. Relieving menstrual pain
Many
women suffer from various levels of pain and discomfort due to cramps
that accompany the menstrual cycle, and in some, these pains project
onto the legs and back and can be accompanied by depression, fatigue,
and headaches. All of these symptoms can have a serious impact on
women’s lives their daily conduct. The hormonal solution to these
problems is often accompanied by a variety of side effects, which causes
many women to avoid them.
Acupuncture is very effective in treating the various types of pain
associated with menstruation and can strengthen the organs affected by
it, help in hormonal balance and release the blood flow in the body
affected by the cramps. It is also effective in treating and regulating
irregular menstrual cycles. Unlike traditional therapy or painkillers,
acupuncture is tailored to each woman according to the problems that
bother her.
3. Slowing signs of aging
One
of the various acupuncture specialties is facial rejuvenation. This is a
unique form of acupuncture that aims to help build collagen, lifting
drooping eyelids, reducing the appearance of bags under the eyes and
even tightening double chins. Acupuncturist Paige Bourassa, who
specializes in treatments of this type, notes that in 12 treatments, it
is often possible to achieve a smoother, younger skin appearance.
4. Coping with back pain
Due
to our modern Western lifestyle, which includes many hours of sitting
and a lack of exercise, almost every one of us has suffered from back
pain in different areas. Acupuncture has been found to be effective in
coping with back pain, and this has been confirmed in several studies in
the field. In a study conducted recently,
1,162 patients with chronic back pain were divided into 3 groups, one
of whom received acupuncture treatment, the other received acupuncture
at random points, and the third received conventional therapy, including
physiotherapy and painkillers. Forty-seven percent of the patients in
the first group reported an improvement in their condition, compared to
only 12% of the patients in conventional therapy.
5. Calming digestive disorders
Acupuncture
treats a variety of gastrointestinal problems, ranging from
constipation to irritable bowel syndrome. Conventional treatment often
only deals with the symptoms these organic send out as signals instead
of the real problems they suffer from. Chinese medicine believes that
achieving balance in the organs of the digestive process, whether the
spleen or stomach, is important and possible, and by using acupuncture
points affecting their functioning one can reduce bloating, calm
heartburn, and experience a positive effect on bowel movements and
treatment of many other problems.
6. Helping with problems in sex life
Because
the Chinese approach is holistic in terms of human health, an
acupuncturist will also try to find the mental and emotional connections
that may cause many problems in some patients. In some cases, the
source of headaches, for example, is the presence of pressure or "stuck"
emotional energy that causes the body to tighten and contract so that
by relaxing the nervous system, the headache itself can also be treated.
In the same way, one of the problems that can be resolved, whether
directly or indirectly by treating another problem, is a problem in the
patient's sexual life that results from stress or abnormal blood flow to
the genitals. In women, a treatment designed to relieve symptoms of
polycystic ovaries, for example, can relieve physical pain caused by
sexual intercourse, and may, therefore, contribute to a healthier and
more satisfying sex life.
7. Treating migraines
A
migraine is a type of headache that can paralyze many people and
disable them from activity for hours, and even days, on end. Often the
only treatment available to migraine sufferers is painkillers, which
don’t work in all cases and may cause dependence. The acupuncture
procedure is effective for many migraine sufferers, since acupuncture
causes the body to release endorphins and serotonin, which contribute to
the relaxation of muscles that tighten during the pain attack, which
affects the pain receptors in the body, contributes to pain relief and
provides relaxation.
8. Relieving asthma symptoms
Asthma
attacks cause contractions of the bronchi, which allow airflow in and
out of the body, resulting in a shortness of breath. Although
acupuncture is not a substitute for an inhaler and is not intended to
cure asthma, it acts as a complementary therapy that helps reduce
inflammation frequencies that cause contraction and helps body organs
recover from attacks. In most cases, acupuncture is not done during the
attack but after it.
9. Alleviating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Pain
Monotonous
activities that exert pressure on our wrists, such as prolonged use of a
keyboard and computer mouse, have led to an increase in the number of
people suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome, which causes pain,
numbness and or tingling of the area. This syndrome may interfere with
daily functioning, and the proposed treatment generally involves the use
of anti-inflammatory drugs. A combination of acupuncture and special
exercises for stretching the hand and practicing proper sitting in front
of a computer can promote normal blood flow to the area, relieving the
pain and preventing worsening of the syndrome. A lack of treatment may
lead to a worsening of the syndrome and even to surgery.
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