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  • THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN IN GOUT PATIENTS

    THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN IN GOUT PATIENTS

    Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when there’s a buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to inflammation, pain, and discomfort. Gout patients experience recurrent episodes of intense pain, often referred to as gout attacks or flares. These attacks can cause significant discomfort and affect a person’s quality of life. Here’s…

  • 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 ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS PATIENTS

    THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN IN ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS PATIENTS

    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.…

  • HOW TO USE ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC MIGRAINES

    HOW TO USE ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC MIGRAINES

    Acupuncture is an ancient migraine and tension headache treatment used in Chinese medicine. Chinese medicine holds that life energy Qi (pronounced “chee”) flows through the body along pathways or channels called meridians. When the flow of Qi becomes unbalanced and disrupted it causes health problems. The main goal of acupuncture is to rebalance and unblock…

  • 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…

  • HOW TO USE ACUPUNCTURE FOR PLANTAR FASCIITIS

    HOW TO USE ACUPUNCTURE FOR PLANTAR FASCIITIS

    Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain) is a very common problem that seems to be “incurable” to most doctors and physical therapists. I am going to challenge this belief and show you what actually goes on with plantar fasciitis, and why it is fix-able. A lot of common therapies: NSAIDS/Cortisone Shots/Surgery/ Stretches usually never fix the true…

  • THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR ENDOMETRIOSIS-RELATED FERTILITY ISSUES

    THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR ENDOMETRIOSIS-RELATED FERTILITY ISSUES

    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 PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY

    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…

  • THE USE OF ELECTRO-ACUPUNCTURE IN PRACTICE

    THE USE OF ELECTRO-ACUPUNCTURE IN PRACTICE

    Electro-acupuncture gadgets for home-use are one of the best discoveries in treating muscle pains in the comforts of our homes. Muscle and joint pains are common most especially to elderly men and women alike. Although there are oral medications popular for treating rheumatism and other forms of muscle pains, it is still best to stay…

  • 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…