16. Reduces inflammation
Studies show that inflammation in the body is one of the main causes of illness and disease. Inflammation can impair the work of the immune system, and put stress on the other organs and tissues in the body. Acupuncture can help to:
• Strengthen the immune system
• Reduce heart function
• Improve digestion
• Reduce stress in the tissues and muscles
• Reduce swelling and pain in the joints
17. Assists with arthritis
Arthritis is one of the most common causes of pain for many people around the world.
• The therapist will are insert tiny needles in and around the nerve endings closest to the back, knees, joints and other muscles affected by arthritis.
• Studies relating to acupuncture and its effect on relief from arthritis continue to be positive.
18. Helps with stroke
Ongoing research is still …show more content…
• Wear a pacemaker: for those who have had some form of heart surgery and are wearing a pacemaker, electro-acupuncture may disrupt how the pacemaker functions.
• Are on blood thinners: acupuncture is said to possibly increase bleeding, especially at points where the needles are inserted.
Am I taking any risks with acupuncture?
Like any other medical or health procedure, there are possible risks. Be sure to learn as much as you can about your treatment, and look for the most qualified therapists: Chances are you may or may not expeience:
1. Soreness: In my own experience taking acupuncture, there was a bit of discomfort where the needles were inserted. While some patients get little or no pain, some persons actually get a few bruises on the skin after the needles are removed.
2. Infection: if needles are not properly cleaned, they can cause you to get an infection, or if they are implanted a bit too deeply into the skin, they can rupture some of the delicate organs like the lungs.
How long does it take for me to see
Studies show that inflammation in the body is one of the main causes of illness and disease. Inflammation can impair the work of the immune system, and put stress on the other organs and tissues in the body. Acupuncture can help to:
• Strengthen the immune system
• Reduce heart function
• Improve digestion
• Reduce stress in the tissues and muscles
• Reduce swelling and pain in the joints
17. Assists with arthritis
Arthritis is one of the most common causes of pain for many people around the world.
• The therapist will are insert tiny needles in and around the nerve endings closest to the back, knees, joints and other muscles affected by arthritis.
• Studies relating to acupuncture and its effect on relief from arthritis continue to be positive.
18. Helps with stroke
Ongoing research is still …show more content…
• Wear a pacemaker: for those who have had some form of heart surgery and are wearing a pacemaker, electro-acupuncture may disrupt how the pacemaker functions.
• Are on blood thinners: acupuncture is said to possibly increase bleeding, especially at points where the needles are inserted.
Am I taking any risks with acupuncture?
Like any other medical or health procedure, there are possible risks. Be sure to learn as much as you can about your treatment, and look for the most qualified therapists: Chances are you may or may not expeience:
1. Soreness: In my own experience taking acupuncture, there was a bit of discomfort where the needles were inserted. While some patients get little or no pain, some persons actually get a few bruises on the skin after the needles are removed.
2. Infection: if needles are not properly cleaned, they can cause you to get an infection, or if they are implanted a bit too deeply into the skin, they can rupture some of the delicate organs like the lungs.
How long does it take for me to see