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THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY
There are a lot of different explanations leading up to what exactly peripheral neuropathy is: its causes, symptoms, and most significantly, its treatment. The word peripheral comes from the Greek word “periphereia” which means circumference, “neuron” also from the Greek word neuron for nerves and “pathy” from pathos meaning disease. Therefore the definition of peripheral…
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UNDERSTANDING THE LINK BETWEEN ACUPUNCTURE AND THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medical practice, has been used for centuries to treat a wide range of health conditions. It involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate various physiological responses. While acupuncture is commonly known for its effectiveness in pain management and stress reduction, there is growing interest…
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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…
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THE ROLE OF ACUPUNCTURE IN PAIN MANAGEMENT
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…
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Why Is Electrical Stimulation Used In Physical Therapy
Electric Stimulation Therapy (EST) is a type of physical therapy that uses low-voltage electrical currents to stimulate the muscles and relieve pain. The electrical stimulation is delivered through electrodes placed on the skin near the affected area and is designed to activate the underlying muscles, reducing muscle spasms, improving circulation, and promoting healing. EST is…
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Why Do Chiropractors Use Electrical Stimulation
Electric Stimulation Therapy (EST) is a type of physical therapy that uses low-voltage electrical currents to stimulate the muscles and relieve pain. The electrical stimulation is delivered through electrodes placed on the skin near the affected area and is designed to activate the underlying muscles, reducing muscle spasms, improving circulation, and promoting healing. EST is…
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What Is Electric Stimulation Therapy
Electric Stimulation Therapy (EST) is a type of physical therapy that uses low-voltage electrical currents to stimulate the muscles and relieve pain. The electrical stimulation is delivered through electrodes placed on the skin near the affected area and is designed to activate the underlying muscles, reducing muscle spasms, improving circulation, and promoting healing. EST is…
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What Does Electric Stim Therapy Do
Electric Stimulation Therapy (EST) is a type of physical therapy that uses low-voltage electrical currents to stimulate the muscles and relieve pain. The electrical stimulation is delivered through electrodes placed on the skin near the affected area and is designed to activate the underlying muscles, reducing muscle spasms, improving circulation, and promoting healing. EST is…
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Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a non-invasive therapy that uses electrical impulses to stimulate the nerves in order to reduce pain. It is commonly used to relieve chronic pain, as well as acute pain related to conditions such as arthritis, low back pain, and neuropathic pain. TENS works by stimulating the nerves with a…
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Tens Treatment
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a form of electric therapy that uses a small device to deliver electrical impulses through the skin to stimulate nerve fibers. The impulses are delivered to the skin via electrodes that are placed on the skin near the area of pain. The electrical impulses stimulate the nerve fibers, which…
