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By: Ikedi Ani-okoye.

Introduction to Acupuncture

acupuncture The technique of inserting thin needles through the skin at specific points on the body to control pain and other symptoms. It is a type of complementary and alternative medicine. acupuncture needle A stainless steel needle that is slightly thicker than a human hair. Acupuncture needles are inserted through the skin at specific points on the body to control pain and other symptoms. acupuncture point A specific spot on the body where an acupuncture needle may be inserted to control pain and other symptoms. Also called an acupoint. acupuncture point injection A procedure in which drugs, vitamins, herbal extracts or other fluids are injected into the body at an acupuncture point using a syringe and needle.

Acupuncture on athiritus

Acupuncture alleviates pain and improves movement for patients suffering from arthiritus. This can be arthritis of the knee, hip, shoulder, hand or back acupunture takes care of it. It can help both rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA) conditions, the treatments control the painful symptoms as well and balance the immune system. Most patients see immediate results after only a few treatments and have positive long-term benefits in combination with Chinese formulas and regular exercise.

Acupuncture on lower back pain

Acupuncture procedures on lower back pain is straightforward and acupuncture helps lower back pain very much, combined with Chinese formulas, herbs and herbal plasters. In fact, Studies have shown that acupuncture can even re-establish normal health in the lower back. For cases arising out of simple overexertion, strain or knotted muscles, acupuncture has the ability to increases blood flow to the afflicted area(s), and relaxes the muscles, eases pain and relieves inflammation. Even arthritic joints that are affected by muscle spasms can be effectively treated.

Acupuncture and headaches

Research has shown that acupuncture and Chinese herbs are a very effective treatment for tension headaches, especially headaches coming from the neck. A report published in June 2003 of Medical Acupuncture, doctors found that acupuncture resulted in the resolution or reduction in the frequency and severity of cluster headaches, and a decrease or discontinuation of medications. It was confirmed that acupuncture can be used to as relief from cluster headaches and stimulate adrenal cortisol to aid in discontinuing corticosteroids. Researchers found that, compared with standard medical care, acupuncture offers substantial benefits in preventing headaches and improving the quality of life for people who suffer from frequent headaches, especially migraines.

CONCLUSION

Acupuncture can treat many other problems in the body such as Fibromyalgia, Constipation and Diarrhea.