Pregnancy and Acupuncture There are more than 3 ways acupuncture can help during pregnancy but I wanted to focus on these as they are the common concerns I hear: Stress Let’s face it. Pregnancy for most women is wonderful. It is one of life's miracles. Many I speak with find the experience amazing. Of course that does not mean it’s always perfect or easy. It can still be a very stressful time. While some stress is OK, when you’re pregnant stress doesn’t just affect you.acupunctu When we’re …
How Can Acupuncture Help Arthritis Sufferers?
Can acupuncture help with arthritis? Without, question, yes! Acupuncture is highly effective as a treatment for arthritis. I have one patient whose knuckles swell but after a few acupuncture treatments the swelling goes down, the pain goes away and she's fine for a few weeks. I've helped others avoid knee surgery with regular acupuncture visits. So why does acupuncture work? There are 2 primary reasons. Endorphins: As with providing relief from headaches, endorphins released through …
Treating Tension and Migraine Headaches With Acupuncture
Did you know that headaches come in various shapes and sizes? At some point we will all suffer from headaches. Most are minor in nature. Others can be downright debilitating. Either way, they generally have you reaching for that over the counter medication. I have a couple of concerns here. A sign of something bigger. The majority of headaches aren’t cause for concern. They’re simply painful. Some, however, can be a symptom of another, potentially more serious, condition. Blindly reaching …
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Acupuncture, Hyperthyroidism and Hormone Balancing
Acupuncture, Hyperthyroidism and Hormone Balancing One lesser known role of acupuncture is hormone balancing. While it may not seem like a natural choice for hyperthyroidism, Chinese medicine considers hormones to be a part of an individual’s essence (acupuncture.com). Medicinal treatments like acupuncture focus on points which can restore this essence. Acupuncture stimulates the nervous system helping release the right neuromodulators and hormones into the bloodstream. Combined with herbal …
Why Chose Acupuncture If You Suffer From Insomnia?
Trouble sleeping? You're not alone. More than 30% of population suffers from some form of insomnia and it is a serious problem. A lack of sleep can lead lost productivity, weight gains, accidents, can make chronic pain worse and other injuries take longer to heal. Your body needs sleep to repair itself. Types of insomnia Did you know there are different types of insomnia? Insomnia can be characterized as transient, lasting only a short period of time or chronic. Aside from how long the …
Can acupuncture help me lose weight?
Will I lose weight through acupuncture? The answer is a resounding yes and no. If you're looking to acupuncture as a way to lose weight without needing to go to the gym or to skip dieting and healthy eating, it won't help. Acupuncture doesn't take the place of diet and exercise, it works with them to give you the best chance. There are a several components to losing weight. Doing a quickie diet or detox regimen just doesn't work. We need to start with some basics. Any medical conditions …