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Medical Acupuncture and Chinese Scalp Acupuncture
ago. It involves the placement of thin needles through the skin at defined
locations that induces the body to heal itself.
What is Medical Acupuncture? Is it different from ordinary
acupuncture?
Medical acupuncture is the term used to describe acupuncture performed
by a physician trained and licensed in Western medicine who has also
had thorough training in acupuncture as a specialty practice. Such a
doctor can use one or the other approach, or a combination of both as the
need arises, to treat an illness.
How does acupuncture work?
The classical Chinese explanation is that channels of energy run in regular
patterns through the body and over its surface. These energy channels,
called meridians, are like rivers flowing through the body to irrigate and
nourish the tissues. An obstruction in the movement of these energy rivers
is like a dam that backs up in others.
The meridians can be influenced by needling the acupuncture points; the
acupuncture needles unblock the obstructions at the dams, and
reestablish the regular flow through the meridians. Acupuncture treatments
can therefore help the body's internal organs to correct imbalances in their
digestion, absorption, and energy production, and in the circulation of their
energy through the meridians.
The modern scientific explanation is that needling the acupuncture points
stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals in the muscles, spinal
cord, and brain. These chemicals will either change the experience of
pain, or they will trigger the release of other chemicals and hormones
which influence the body's own internal regulating system.
The improved energy and biochemical balance produced by acupuncture
results in stimulating the body's natural healing abilities, and in promoting
physical and emotional well-being.
What can acupuncture be used for?
While acupuncture is often associated with pain control, in the hands of a
well-trained practitioner it has much broader applications. We specialize
in Chinese Scalp Acupuncture (CSA). It is an advanced form of
acupuncture where needles are inserted into specific points in the
scalp. It is excellent for the treatment of movement and balance
disorders. To learn more click on this link: http://scalpacumaster.
com/index.php?cmd=showpage&extras=12:1
Medical conditions that the use of Acupuncture have been beneficial:
How Many Treatments Are Required?
The number of treatments is different from person to person. In general,
the longer a condition has been present and the more complex a patient's
medical condition, the longer the course of treatment will need to be. The
treatments are cumulative, typically 6-8 visits are required to see the full
benefit.
Patient visits are usually scheduled once a week, although two or three
visits per week may be necessary. Visits may be scheduled every two or
three weeks as patient conditions improve. Patients with chronic pain
typically require maintenance treatments at four, six or eight-week
intervals, depending on their response to treatment.
What to expect
The needles used for acupuncture are very fine stainless steel, single use,
disposable needles, some only as thick as a single human hair. The point
is smooth (not hollow with cutting edges like a hypodermic needle) and
insertion through the skin is not as painful as injections or blood sampling.
The risk of bruising and skin irritation is less than when using a hollow
needle.
People experience acupuncture needling differently. Most patients feel
only minimal pain as the needles are inserted; some feel no pain at all.
Once the needles are in place, no pain felt. The needles usually stay in
place for five to 30 minutes depending on your illness.
ago. It involves the placement of thin needles through the skin at defined
locations that induces the body to heal itself.
What is Medical Acupuncture? Is it different from ordinary
acupuncture?
Medical acupuncture is the term used to describe acupuncture performed
by a physician trained and licensed in Western medicine who has also
had thorough training in acupuncture as a specialty practice. Such a
doctor can use one or the other approach, or a combination of both as the
need arises, to treat an illness.
How does acupuncture work?
The classical Chinese explanation is that channels of energy run in regular
patterns through the body and over its surface. These energy channels,
called meridians, are like rivers flowing through the body to irrigate and
nourish the tissues. An obstruction in the movement of these energy rivers
is like a dam that backs up in others.
The meridians can be influenced by needling the acupuncture points; the
acupuncture needles unblock the obstructions at the dams, and
reestablish the regular flow through the meridians. Acupuncture treatments
can therefore help the body's internal organs to correct imbalances in their
digestion, absorption, and energy production, and in the circulation of their
energy through the meridians.
The modern scientific explanation is that needling the acupuncture points
stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals in the muscles, spinal
cord, and brain. These chemicals will either change the experience of
pain, or they will trigger the release of other chemicals and hormones
which influence the body's own internal regulating system.
The improved energy and biochemical balance produced by acupuncture
results in stimulating the body's natural healing abilities, and in promoting
physical and emotional well-being.
What can acupuncture be used for?
While acupuncture is often associated with pain control, in the hands of a
well-trained practitioner it has much broader applications. We specialize
in Chinese Scalp Acupuncture (CSA). It is an advanced form of
acupuncture where needles are inserted into specific points in the
scalp. It is excellent for the treatment of movement and balance
disorders. To learn more click on this link: http://scalpacumaster.
com/index.php?cmd=showpage&extras=12:1
Medical conditions that the use of Acupuncture have been beneficial:
- Chinese Scalp Acupuncture is excellent for movement and
balance disorders such as Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis,
post stroke, brain injury, Bell's Palsy, vertigo, tinnitus, tremor,
Tourette's, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD),
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Phantom limb pain,
Restless Leg Syndrome
- Acupuncture is particularly useful in improving energy level,
managing stress and emotional conditions
- Digestive disorders, stomach problems, spastic colon,
constipation, diarrhea, bowel ileus, irritable bowel syndrome
- Sinusitis, sore throat, laryngitis, bronchitis, asthma, recurrent
chest infections
- Headaches, neck pain, back pain, sciatica, carpel tunnel
syndrome, nerve pain
- Arthritis, knee pain, frozen shoulder, tendonitis, tennis elbow,
plantar fasciitis
- Urinary problems including cystitis, kidney stones, menstrual,
and reproductive problems
- Chemotherapy side effects
- Substance abuse and withdrawal
How Many Treatments Are Required?
The number of treatments is different from person to person. In general,
the longer a condition has been present and the more complex a patient's
medical condition, the longer the course of treatment will need to be. The
treatments are cumulative, typically 6-8 visits are required to see the full
benefit.
Patient visits are usually scheduled once a week, although two or three
visits per week may be necessary. Visits may be scheduled every two or
three weeks as patient conditions improve. Patients with chronic pain
typically require maintenance treatments at four, six or eight-week
intervals, depending on their response to treatment.
What to expect
The needles used for acupuncture are very fine stainless steel, single use,
disposable needles, some only as thick as a single human hair. The point
is smooth (not hollow with cutting edges like a hypodermic needle) and
insertion through the skin is not as painful as injections or blood sampling.
The risk of bruising and skin irritation is less than when using a hollow
needle.
People experience acupuncture needling differently. Most patients feel
only minimal pain as the needles are inserted; some feel no pain at all.
Once the needles are in place, no pain felt. The needles usually stay in
place for five to 30 minutes depending on your illness.
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