What Is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a certain type of treatment wherein thin needles will be inserted in the body of the patient. The areas where the needles will be places will vary. The depths of the needle will also differ. So, why are people getting acupuncture? According to some studies, this form of therapy can help in relieving pain and has been used as a treatment for different health problems.

So, how does it work? The way it works is still vague. However, some people claim that it can balance your potential energy, while others claim that it has a neurological effect on them. The needles will be inserted into the body by an acupuncturist to balance their energy. By balancing the person’s energy, it can help in treating their diseases and can improve their wellbeing.

Different types of health conditions that can be cured by acupuncture include headaches, coughs, high and low blood pressure, and others.

According to traditional Chinese medicine, when there is a harmonious balance between the opposites then a person can achieve good health. Hence, an illness can only occur if there is an imbalance of the forces.

A person’s body consists of 350 acupuncture points. By inserting needles into specific areas in the body, the energy can be revived, thus, proper balance can be achieved. Although there is limited evidence that can prove that these acupuncture points are real, yet a lot of research claimed that acupuncture is quite effective in treating certain health conditions.

By using neuroscience, experts suggest that acupuncture points are located in areas where muscles, nerves, and connective tissues can be accelerated. Once there is an acceleration, it can trigger the painkillers in the person’s body. It is quite hard to prove using scientific explanations since acupuncture is very intrusive. Some studies suggest that obtaining acupuncture has a similar effect with a placebo. But other patients insist that acupuncture has authentic benefits.

Acupuncture can help in alleviating different types of pain. It can also be combined with other forms of treatment. It is very safe to use and there are only minimal side effects. This is a great alternative for patients who are not fit to take pain medications.

Based on traditional Chinese medicine, a person’s body is composed of acupuncture points where the essential energy is located. Before the acupuncturist will insert the needles, the patient must be examined first. The needles that will be inserted into the body are thin and sterile.

Depending on the location where the needles will be inserted, the patient must either lie down on one side, front, or back. Once the needle has been used, it will be disposed of. The patient can feel a stinging sensation as the needles are inserted. Once the needle has been inserted into your body, you can feel an occasional pain but don’t worry since it will subside. The needles will have to remain in your body for at least 5 to 30 minutes. Acupuncture is not painful at all.

The number of acupuncture treatments will depend on a person’s health conditions. Sometimes it could be done once or twice a week.

Westchester Acupuncture is an expert in traditional Chinese medicine. If you want to know more about acupuncture or schedule an appointment, then you can call us at (917) 273-8912. To know about our services and treatments, you can visit our website at http://westchesteracupuncture.us.