Month: July 2014
Suffer from Frequent Headaches? Try Acupuncture Therapy
People these days are becoming increasingly conscious and careful of what they are putting in and doing to their bodies. Diet and exercise are a big part of this, but another is the way we practice health care. Rather than just taking another pill or deciding to undergo dangerous surgery, you might want to opt for some kind of mind and body medicine. Acupuncture therapy is a different alternative to typical types of treatments and is a widely popular one in the United States. One of the most common ailments that people visit an acupuncture clinic for is pain relief. …
Why Acupuncture is the Next Big Thing in Medicine
Updated 4/25/22 Acupuncture originates from China. Acupuncture philosophy believes that energy (‘qi’) flows through the body through channels known as meridians. These meridians associate with key organs and functions. Disruption to this qi causes an imbalance of energy, leading to illness and pain. Acupuncture involves gently inserting small sterile needles into the skin in precise areas, where the qi rises closer to the body surface. This triggers the release of certain chemicals to treat symptoms and pain and rebalance the energy flow. FQA: 1. Can acupuncture help with chronic pain? Yes, it can. Chronic pain in the back, neck, shoulder …
