Acupuncture
Acupuncture is the best known of the healing modalities in Chinese Medicine. It is one of the safest and most effective forms of therapies which releases pain, blockages and restores balance.
Some of the observable effects of Acupuncture confirmed by modern western science are:
- Analgesic (pain-relieving) effect:
“When there is pain there is no free flow of Qi. When there is free flow of Qi there is no pain.” Acupuncture works great to relieve pain of arthritis, headache, lower backache and other painful disorders.
- Homeostatic or regulatory effect of Acupuncture:
Acupuncture helps to restore balance in the internal environment of the body. This is used in treating high or low blood pressure; diarrhea and constipation.
Some people may fall asleep during treatment and wake up feeling refreshed. It has been shown that there is a decrease in delta and theta wave activity on the electro-encephalogram during Acupuncture session. Acupuncture treats insomnia, anxiety, addictions and mental disorders.
- Immune-enhancing action of Acupuncture
Acupuncture is often used to strengthen the body’s resistance to disease without the side effects of medications.
Acupuncture, Endorphins and Natural Euphoria:
Often after an Acupuncture session, one feels elated and energized. This is partly due to endorphin release.
What Does Acupuncture Treat?
Chinese Medicine does not treat diseases. It is used to treat an individual.
The World Health Organization recognizes the use of Acupuncture in treating people with over 100 various medical conditions, including:
* Respiratory disorders: asthma, sinusitis, sore throat, allergies, flu
* Digestive disorders: gastritis and hyperacidity, constipation, diarrhea
* Gynecological/Reproductive problems: dysmenorrhea, infertility, fibroids, PMS
* Neurological & musculo-skeletal: headaches, neck, low back pain, arthritis
* Mental,Emotional, Psychological Disorders
* Sleep Disorders, Addictions and others.
Acupuncture has been used to support and cultivate well-being in ancient and modern times.
