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ACUPUNCTURE
Description
Acupuncture is a technique based on traditional and classical Chinese Medicine. Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners believe that the body's vital energy, or qi, flows between the skin surface and the internal organs along invisible channels called meridians; blockages cause pain and disease.
Practitioners use the method of stimulating trigger points on the surface of the body in an attempt to balance chi (energy flow) and restore the body’s equilibrium.. While acupressure involves placing gentle pressure by hand, fingers, elbows or an assortment of devices, acupuncture utilizes extremely thin needles at various depths to stimulate these points
Statistical studies
show the following:
Acupuncture as a therapeutic intervention is widely practiced in the United States. Its efficacy is currently under investigation as the results are skewed by the presence of sham practitioners. More women than men utilize this healing method.
Symptoms
Acupuncture has be shown to be effective for
the following conditions among others:
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Alleviate side
effects of chemotherapy such nausea and
vomiting
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Relieves acute
and chronic pain that might be generalized
or specific headaches and migraines,
arthritis, tendonitis, , fibromyalgia,
carpal tunnel syndrome, menstrual cramps,
sprains, and toothaches
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Alleviates
chronic pain caused by spinal stenosis
herniated discs ,and ankylosing spondilitis
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Reduces symptoms
of fatigue associated with chronic fatigue
syndrome
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Helps with
female reproductive issues such as enhancing
fertility, and minimizing the symptoms
associated with menopause.
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Offers relief to
patients suffering from gastrointestinal
problems such as irritable bowel syndrome,
inflammatory bowel disorder, and
Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease.
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Used in
treatment of musculoskeletal injuries
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Effective in
managing: Asthma, Gout, Depression, and
Anxiety
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Acupuncture
points can also be stimulated to increase
energy and alertness, reduce stress
stimulate the immune system, and alleviate
sexual dysfunction.
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Can be utilized
for cosmetic purposes namely as a method of
face lift, or for hair loss.
Questions to ask the
expert
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How many years experience have you had
utilizing this healing method
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What is your success rate
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Certificates and Licenses
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References
General Tips
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Seek the advice of your health provider
before embarking on any form of treatment
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Certain
acupuncture points should not be stimulated
on people with high or low blood pressure
and on pregnant women.
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Do not eat an
unusually large meal immediately before or
after your treatment.
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Do not drink
alcohol prior to acupuncture treatment
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Avoid sexual
activity or strenuous exercise at least 6
hours prior to treatment
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Schedule a rest
period immediately after treatment
List of Products &
Services
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Miracle Foot Acupuncture
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AK-2000-II Electronic Acupuncture Massager
Books and Publications
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Acupuncture for Everyone: What It Is, Why It
Works, and How It Can Help You (Paperback)
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Complete Idiot's Guide to Acupuncture and
Acupressure (Paperback)
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Acupuncture
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Acupuncture & IVF: Increase IVF Success by
40-60% (Paperback)
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