An Introduction to Acupuncture

By: Hotoko Suttoon

Historically, the Western medicine establishment has shown a stiff shoulder to Eastern medical techniques. Given the utter failure of Western medicine when it comes to pain management, this attitude has changed. This is particularly true for acupuncture.

Acupuncture is often referred to as the ancient practice. So, just how ancient are we talking? It originated roughly 2,000 years ago in China. Put another way, it has been around for roughly ten times the United States.

To survive 2,000 years, it should be no surprise that acupuncture is a readily accepted medical technique. In fact, it is one of the most popular procedures in the world. Although now accepted in the West, this is only the case as of the latter 20th century.

Acupuncture is based on the concept of Yin and Yang. These forces are balanced in a well adjusted body. Disease and pain arises when they are not in balance. The goal of acupuncture is to correct any imbalance.

To bring the body into balance, acupuncture use those thin needles you have seen in the movies. Drama aside, the needles are designed to access energy focal points under the skin. These points are then treated by manipulating the needles.

More than a few people are wary of needles. This is understandable, but you should have little concern about acupuncture needles. They are hair thin and do not hurt. Even the prickliest of persons will barely feel anything at all, and not pain.

An obvious secondary question is whether acupuncture is safe for the patient. After all, can't the needs introduce infection and such? Not really. The needles used in acupuncture are all sterile, non-toxic, used one time only and approved by the FDA.

So, does acupuncture actually produce results for patients? It seems there are a lot of questionable things being offered to the public these days. The truth is acupuncture produces better results in certain situations versus others.

If you have pain management issues, you are going to mark down the day you first undergo acupuncture as a special one. Acupuncture is extremely beneficial when it comes to most pain. You can often jettison most or all of your pain medication after a month.

Besides pain issues, acupuncture has also been found to be beneficial in treating other particular health problems. These include among others stroke, postoperative dental pain, tennis elbow, menstrual cramps, carpal tunnel syndrome and many others.

The days of Eastern and Western medicine being in opposition are over. If you are suffering from disease and are not finding relief, a consultation with an acupuncture therapist makes sense and could be the key to managing your pain.

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