Acupuncture is a key component of traditional Chinese medicine that has been practiced for over 2000 years in China. However, this conventional method has also been introduced to the rest of the world in recent years. Chinese acupuncture has numerous benefits and minimal to no side effects. Its pain alleviation properties help reduce pain, work as a painkiller, and treat different health problems. The properties of acupuncture combine to give an individual an overall healing experience and provide vital energy. Due to this, more and more people are now turning towards the natural healing method offered by acupuncture.
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Who is acupuncture good for?
Acupuncture is a natural healing procedure that is pain-free and generally safe for everyone. There are no strict age restrictions on Chinese traditional medicine therapies, and anyone above the age of 8 can get acupuncture. Children younger than 8 can also go for acupuncture, but specialized tools will be used.
Most doctors recommend acupuncture for patients suffering from chronic pain. Moreover, it is also beneficial for managing psychological and emotional health problems, such as anxiety and depression. All in all, it is good for anyone who wants to improve their overall well-being.
Chinese Acupuncture Treatment
Chinese acupuncture treatment works on the principle of qi, which means our body has several energy pathways spread across all organs and systems. These pathways are responsible for leading the energy to specific points in the body, called acupuncture points. These points provide access to the deeper circulating pathways, and when stimulated, they trigger the body’s natural healing ability.
During acupuncture therapy, acupuncturists use multiple tiny and hairlike acupuncture needles. They insert these needles strategically into different acupuncture points at different angles and depths. The needles will stay in their place for 5-45 minutes, depending on the treated condition. They will stimulate the body’s natural healing tendencies and alleviate pain.
The number of acupuncture sessions will be decided by the expert, depending on the candidate’s requirements.
What conditions is acupuncture used to treat?
Acupuncture treatment helps treat the following conditions:
- Arthritis and Muscular Pain
- Back Pain
- Coughing and Sore Throat
- Heatstroke
- High Blood Pressure
- Insomnia and Sleep Disorders
- Knee and Joint Pain
- Lower Neck Pain
- Mental Stress and Neurological Issues
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nervous System Disorders
- Sciatica
- Severe Headache and Migraine
- Spinal Cord Pain
- Sprain
- Stomach Disorders (Ulcers)
What happens after acupuncture?
After an acupuncture session, candidates will gradually notice an improvement in their bodies. However, they may feel worse before seeing any positive change; this condition is known as a healing crisis. It indicates that the body is undergoing significant changes, leading it towards health. Some candidates may feel like their body is sore or tired during this phase. But this condition will subside after a while.
Once the initial healing crisis is over, candidates will start feeling a sense of relaxation. They will feel light and relieved. When an individual’s self-healing capabilities are awakened, it makes them more aligned with their mind, body, and soul. As a result, they achieve holistic healing.
Acupuncture delivers results after a single session, but these results can be maximized with a complete course of treatments. After several sessions, candidates will have clear meridians, improved qi, and balanced yin and yang.
Acupuncture FAQ’s
Does acupuncture work permanently?
There is no subjective answer to the permanence of acupuncture. Different studies and patient reports have shown varying results. So, for some patients, the results are permanent, while they only last for some time for others. Moreover, it works in combination with their medical treatments for some patients while others benefit from it alone. So, it depends on each individual how long the results of acupuncture will last.
Does acupuncture hurt?
Acupuncture is performed with multiple, tiny, hairlike, sterile, and single-time used needles. Most patients think it hurts due to the needle pricking, but the needles are extremely thin, so most people don’t even feel them. The skin will be sore for a while after the treatment, but it returns to its normal state after some time.
Is acupuncture effective immediately?
Acupuncture does not yield a universal response. It means no two patients behave the same after acupuncture. For some, the results are immediate, while others take time to exhibit any improvement. So, it depends on the patient’s condition and multiple other factors that how quick the results will show.
How long does acupuncture treatment last?
The acupuncture treatment lasts from 5-45 minutes. It can go up to an hour in some cases, too.
Is acupuncture good for depression and anxiety?
Acupuncture can help with anxiety, depression, and other chronic diseases. However, it cannot completely cure these diseases, only reduce their effect and alleviate their symptoms.
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If you want to alleviate pain and improve your overall well-being, acupuncture may be the right choice. We have expert acupuncturists at Euromed Clinic Center to help you align your mind, body, and soul. In order to get in touch with them, you need to fill out the online consultation form or give us a call.
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