Inserting very thin needles into certain acupressure sites on the body is essential to the practice of acupuncture, which originates from ancient Chinese Traditional Medicine. Your general practitioner or acupuncturist may unblock your body’s Qi energy flow by stimulating certain acupuncture points along specific meridians, which enhances your overall health and well-being. So, what benefits of acupuncture can one anticipate, and how does it work?
How Does Acupuncture Work?
Traditional acupuncturists consider the body to be an energy system. Good health is the result of a free flow of energy. Unbalanced health develops when the flow of Qi is obstructed. It is believed that blockages can be cleared by placing needles into certain acupuncture sites, energy can flow freely again, and health can be restored. Throughout your session, the practitioner will apply pressure to the needles at strategic areas. Needles are sometimes manipulated using heat or electrical pulses. Different professionals use different methods. A few of them will entertain you by singing or chatting as they work on your body. The needles are removed after 10-20 minutes.
Benefits of Acupuncture.
Here are the benefits of acupuncture:
- Chronic pain management.
It’s important to remember that the chronic pain we experience might affect anywhere in the body. The lower back, neck, shoulders, and knees are the afflicted areas. Acupuncture has been shown to be effective in treating chronic pain that is often associated with arthritis and other conditions. Around 17,000 patients’ trials were merged in a research published in 2012, and the results showed a significant difference between those who received acupuncture therapy and those who did not.
- Migraines and headaches.
Acupuncture has been shown to significantly lessen the frequency and severity of pain in people who suffer from chronic headaches, according to a 2009 meta-analysis of 11 research including 2,137 patients. Acupuncture patients reported fewer headaches and less discomfort than those in the control groups, according to a study conducted by the University of Munich.
- Minimizes depression.
Acupuncturists and those who have experienced its benefits can attest to the fact that they extend well beyond the physical realm. While we advise that anybody experiencing depression seek out therapy, studies have shown that three months of weekly acupuncture treatments are equally as effective as visiting a therapist. One research found the therapy to be as successful as Prozac, and the hypothesis behind it is that the electric current running through the needles helps regulate your brain’s neurotransmitters.
- Facilitates recovery.
The benefits of acupuncture are many, but many of them are not immediately apparent. The technique has been demonstrated to be helpful throughout the healing process, even if it cannot directly treat more severe problems. According to the US National Cancer Institute, patients’ immune systems, platelet counts, and the proportion of healthy cells all increase with acupuncture. There is currently no known cure for cancer; however, acupuncture can help with the management of side effects.
Unlock the Secrets of Traditional Healing at Mirvacu in Houston with Acupuncture and Herbal Remedies.
Although the efficacy of acupuncture in improving health and well-being is still being researched, it is widely accepted as safe when practiced by a trained expert. The acupuncturists at Houston’s Mirvana Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs are highly trained professionals who put the needs of each patient first. They tailor treatment programs to each patient’s unique needs, utilizing gentle but precise acupuncture methods to address anything from chronic pain and digestive disorders to cancer symptoms and stress.