Acupuncture For Pain Conditions
October 29th, 2009
Acupuncture effectively treats many acute and chronic pain conditions including: Back and shoulder pain, joint pain, neuralgia, bursitis, arthritis, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica, myofascial pain, and fibromyalgia, among others.
Medication, physical therapy and various forms of exercise often utilized in standard care of acute and chronic pain conditions may not result in effective pain management. Acupuncture can aid in pain management when integrated into a multidisciplinary pain treatment plan.
Acupuncture increases production of endorphins, natural pain-killing chemicals, in the muscles, spinal cord and brain. Some of these natural substances are more potent at pain relief than many prescription drugs.
As a holistic, drug-free therapy, acupuncture is ideal for individuals who are unable to tolerate intake of analgesics, antidepressants and muscle relaxants.
Acupuncture affect’s the brain’s ability to regulate pain and improves energy and biochemical balance while enhancing the body’s natural healing abilities. In many pain conditions, acupuncture points are frequently trigger points, or painful muscle areas. Trigger point needling causes the painful muscle area to disappear.
Acupressure is sometimes used in conjunction with acupuncture for the treatment of acute and chronic pain. Applying acupressure to muscle areas can reduce pain and enhance well being.
Depending on the condition, moxibustion and Chinese herbal formulas may be utilized to improve circulation and blood flow and ease muscle contraction.
Individuals who are treated with acupuncture for pain disorders show significant improvements in symptoms and quality of life.
For information about acupuncture for the treatment of acute and chronic pain conditions call Dr. Richard Browne, Acupuncture Physician, at (305) 595-9500.
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