Tag: meta-analyses

  • THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR ENDOMETRIOSIS PAIN RELIEF

    THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR ENDOMETRIOSIS PAIN RELIEF

    Acupuncture has been widely recognized for its role in pain management and is often utilized as a complementary therapy alongside conventional treatments. Here are key points regarding the role of acupuncture in pain management: 1. Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective: Acupuncture is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which views pain as an…

  • THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN IN CANCER SURVIVORS

    THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN IN CANCER SURVIVORS

    Acupuncture is a 2500 year health modality from China that involves the use of hair-thin needles to specific points in the body to treat disease. When the needles are inserted into certain areas of the body (known as acupoints), the needles are manipulated to influence the flow of Qi (metabolic functions) and blood. Once the…

  • THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN IN POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA PATIENTS ON LOW-DOSE PREDNISONE

    THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN IN POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA PATIENTS ON LOW-DOSE PREDNISONE

    Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) is a relatively common inflammatory disorder that primarily affects older adults, usually those over the age of 50. It is characterized by muscle pain and stiffness, primarily in the shoulders, neck, hips, and thighs. PMR is often associated with another condition called giant cell arteritis (GCA), which involves inflammation of the blood…

  • UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE BEHIND ACUPUNCTURE FOR ALCOHOL WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS

    UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE BEHIND ACUPUNCTURE FOR ALCOHOL WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS

    Acupuncture is considered by many to be an effective, tried and tested healing system which has been used for thousands of years. The various types of acupuncture use needling techniques whereby acupuncture needles are inserted to identified points which can be found all over the body. These points are considered to have little whirlpools of…

  • THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN IN OSTEOARTHRITIS PATIENTS ON TOPICAL CAPSAICIN THERAPY

    THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN IN OSTEOARTHRITIS PATIENTS ON TOPICAL CAPSAICIN THERAPY

    Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medicine practice, offers a wide range of benefits for senior health. As individuals age, they often experience various physical and mental health challenges. Acupuncture provides a holistic approach to senior care, addressing both the symptoms and underlying imbalances that can occur with age. Here are some extensive benefits of acupuncture for…

  • TREATING ALLERGIES WITH ACUPUNCTURE: AN OVERVIEW

    TREATING ALLERGIES WITH ACUPUNCTURE: AN OVERVIEW

    People often wonder if Chinese medicine can help with seasonal allergies. Acupuncture and herbal therapy can not only help manage the symptoms of allergies, but can also help treat the root deficiency that prevents the body from being able to fight off allergens. Allergies, also known as seasonal hay fever, can affect millions of men…

  • HOW TO USE ACUPUNCTURE FOR SCIATICA PAIN RELIEF

    HOW TO USE ACUPUNCTURE FOR SCIATICA PAIN RELIEF

    According to the National Institutes of Health, right around 80% of Americans now suffer or will suffer from some form of lumbar pain at some point in their lives. That’s a fantastic number; 4 out of every 5 Americans is or will be struggling with some form of lower back pain. This finding implies that…

  • HOW TO INCORPORATE ACUPUNCTURE INTO YOUR BREATHING EXERCISES FOR ANXIETY RELIEF

    HOW TO INCORPORATE ACUPUNCTURE INTO YOUR BREATHING EXERCISES FOR ANXIETY RELIEF

    For many people the pain of fibromyalgia can be unbearable. To make matters even more complicated, there is not one treatment plan that fits all cases. Instead, there are numerous treatments available, and it can be a tedious process to determine what will work best to ease your pain. Treatment options that you can try…

  • A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO ACUPUNCTURE FOR CANCER PATIENTS

    A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO ACUPUNCTURE FOR CANCER PATIENTS

    First, nobody (reputable) claims that acupuncture will “cure” cancer – and it won’t. Acupuncture is an ancient method of treatment that dates back to the Stone Age in China. Just because acupuncture cannot cure cancer does not mean that acupuncture does not have a place in cancer treatment. As a matter of fact, many oncologists…

  • Acupuncture Psychiatry Training

    Acupuncture Psychiatry Training

    Did you know that acupuncture can be used as a holistic approach to mental health treatment? According to recent studies, over 40% of adults in the United States have sought alternative therapies for their mental health concerns. As a psychiatrist, incorporating acupuncture into your practice can enhance traditional psychiatric methods and offer a personalized treatment…