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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…
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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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TECHNIQUES FOR EFFECTIVE NEEDLE INSERTION AND REMOVAL
Acupuncture needles are stainless steel, usually disposable, and tipped with steel or copper. They vary in length and are so fine that you should not feel discomfort when they are inserted. Needles can be inserted from a few millimeters to up to twelve centimeter or four inches. As acupuncture points are usually close to the…
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THE ROLE OF ACUPUNCTURE IN TREATING ADJUSTMENT DISORDER
Adjustment Disorder: Understanding and Navigating Emotional Responses to Stress Adjustment disorder is a psychological condition characterized by emotional and behavioral reactions that occur in response to a stressful life event or change. Unlike other mental health disorders, adjustment disorder is tied to a specific trigger and the resulting emotional distress is often disproportionate to the…
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THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR LOWER BACK PAIN MANAGEMENT
Chronic pain can be defined as a progressive discomfort which can be of different degrees – from mild to severe. Chronic pain is usually linked to a chronic disease and persists longer than acute pain, and lacks a clear cause. Millions of people suffer from chronic pain, and effective tackling of chronic pain is necessary.…
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USING ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC LOWER BACK PAIN MANAGEMENT
Chronic pain can be defined as a progressive discomfort which can be of different degrees – from mild to severe. Chronic pain is usually linked to a chronic disease and persists longer than acute pain, and lacks a clear cause. Millions of people suffer from chronic pain, and effective tackling of chronic pain is necessary.…
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UNDERSTANDING THE LINK BETWEEN ACUPUNCTURE AND EYE HEALTH
Acupuncture is a famous treatment procedure for a wide range of health conditions. It is a drug-free approach that entails inserting thin needles through the skin at specific body points. So, when and where did it originate from? How does it work? What are the health benefits of acupuncture treatment? Does it have any side…
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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…
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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…
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Pelvic Floor Stimulation
Pelvic floor stimulation, also known as pelvic floor electrical stimulation (PFES), is a form of therapy that uses electrical impulses to stimulate the muscles of the pelvic floor. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support the organs of the pelvis, including the bladder and rectum, and are responsible for controlling urinary and…
