What is Acupuncture
Acupuncture is known as the treatment that involves lots of tiny needles being poked in your skin, but that’s only part of the picture. Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical technique which has been practiced for over 2000 years across Asia. It follows the ancient Chinese belief that the human body is a pathway of energy. In a state of perfect balance this energy is free flowing, which ensures that the body is perfectly healthy. However when this balance is disturbed, the vital flow of energy in the body is locked and needs to be released. This is done through acupuncture.
Acupuncture involves piercing the skin with very thin needles of various lengths at strategic points along the body. These points lie along the energy pathways of the body and are more commonly referred to as meridians. The pressure applied by the needles to these points releases the universal energy, known as chi, and restores the body’s balance. Acupuncture, like many other eastern philosophies, advocates using the body’s internal energy to fuel an all-natural healing process.
What is Medical Acupuncture
Medical Acupuncture refers to the incorporation of the ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture to modern day medicine. It is practiced by licensed medical professionals who are also certified in the technique of acupuncture, in conjunction with modern day medical practices. In short, medical acupuncture is a contemporary form of the ancient practice. It has been developed over the last twenty years and has today successfully incorporated the best of western and eastern medical philosophies. Medical acupuncture is usually recommended for patients in need of therapeutic relief while experiencing chronic pain, emotional distress, or to cope with the side effects of painful medical conditions and treatment.
Acupuncture is a popular alternative therapy today. However it is essential that you seek out a trained professional acupuncturist while undertaking this form of treatment. The effectiveness of acupuncture is guaranteed only as long as the exact points (along the body) are pierced.
What are the benefits of Medical Acupuncture
Acupuncture is most commonly used to alleviate and treat pain and stress related disorders. It is effective in treating chronic backaches, headaches, migraines, sinus infections, and fatigue. Acupuncture is highly effective when dealing with emotional disorders, morning sickness, skin disorders, respiratory disorders, digestive imbalances and circulatory imbalances. It is also recommended to treat side effects arising from cancer treatments and post operative pain.
Despite the use of needles, acupuncture is a pain free treatment. It is a natural healing technique and brings great relief (especially from pain) without the risk of any side effects or intake of any extra medication. It is particularly effective in releasing physical and mental tension as it enables the body to relax and recuperate.
