{"id":1421,"date":"2020-04-12T12:16:46","date_gmt":"2020-04-12T12:16:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.blog.kayawell.com\/?p=1421"},"modified":"2020-04-13T12:23:47","modified_gmt":"2020-04-13T12:23:47","slug":"why-is-acupuncture-good-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kayawell.com\/blog\/why-is-acupuncture-good-for-you","title":{"rendered":"Why is Acupuncture good for you"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Acupuncture <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It involves the use of a sterile\nsingle-use needle to treat different diseases such as acute disorders, like\npain and chronic illnesses. This is based on the philosophy of traditional\nChinese Medicine and treatment is to fix functional disorder rather than just\nthe symptoms. Heat and electro-acupuncture are add-ons for selected conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms you may experience for\nacupuncture<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nErectile dysfunction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nChronic prostatitis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nStroke<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nWryneck<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nLow backache<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nFrozen shoulder<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nKnee ache<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nGiddiness and tinnitus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nDepression and insomnia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nHeadache<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nChronic cough<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nAbdominal aches <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nWeight gain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to prevent?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modification of lifestyle, healthy\ndiet and regular workouts are important even as we manage the symptoms of pain\nusing acupuncture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it&#8217;s done<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acupuncture is known to be useful in\ntreating a number of health problems, including<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nDental pain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nHeadaches, including tension headaches and migraines<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nLabour pain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nLow back pain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nNeck pain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nOsteoarthritis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nMenstrual cramps<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nRespiratory disorders, such as allergic rhinitis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nLoss weights<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nDepression<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nStress<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nAnxiety <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people use acupuncture to\nsupport fertility. This is also used to stop smoking and as a component of the\ntreatment for other addictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To enhance the skin\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s appearance\ncosmetic acupuncture is used which is also known as facial acupuncture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Benefits of Acupuncture<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a look at some advantages of\nacupuncture from the available research:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Reduced Stress<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stress is one of the key reasons\npeople seek help with acupuncture. Whether it demands from our work or personal\nstresses that we place on ourselves, nearly 78 per cent of us agree we feel the\nphysical stress symptoms. Although work is a big trigger, it has been proven\nthat acupuncture&nbsp; decreases stress\nhormones and improves mood to minimize anxiety and boost overall feelings of\nhappiness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Reduced Back Pain, Neck Strain and Relief Joint Pain in the Hands and\nArms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keyboards, heavy backpacks, mobile\nphones and bad posture are just a few of the culprits that generate the kind of\npain that penetrates our working day and keeps us up at night. Acupuncture\nprovides drug-free pain relief, while also reducing inflammation and swelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Relief from Headaches<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acupuncture therapy has been used for\nthousands of years to treat headaches. Recent findings have shown that with\nmigraines, acupuncture can minimize days, which can have lasting effects. With\nthe most common side effects being euphoria and relaxation, acupuncture is a\ntreatment of choice for those looking for a less invasive, drug-free solution<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Reduced Eye Strain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acupuncture will relieve eye strain\nthat is often connected to neck stress. Acupuncture also treats many eye\nailments including myopia (short-sightedness), hypermetropia\n(long-sightedness), cataract, glaucoma, presbyopia, astigmatism, amblyopia\n(lazy eye), diplopia, colour blindness, and night blindness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Improved Immune System and Reduced Sick Days<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acupuncture may help fight off\npathogens by boosting the body\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s immune system. Acupuncture treatment may also\nminimize the duration of a cold and relieve debilitating symptoms that keep you\nfeeling miserable and away from work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Enhanced Mental Clarity and Increased Energy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acupuncture patients report enhanced\nmental clarity and often experience a surge of increased energy. Improved sleep\nis an additional benefit, which is why acupuncture is used to treat sleep\ndisorders like insomnia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Relief from Digestive Conditions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The link between digestive health and\noverall health is inescapable. Acupuncture can effectively regulate the\ndigestive system, which is good news for those plagued by gastrointestinal\nproblems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8. Allergy Relief<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acupuncture may be key in preventing\nallergies but it is important to being treatments to strengthen your body\nbefore allergy season begins. Acupuncture may also reduce allergy symptoms and\ncan be used in place of or in conjunction with antihistamines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9. Reduced Cigarette Craving<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acupuncture on the path to quitting\nor reducing smoking habits may be successful. It also facilitates lung tissue\nrepair while increasing relaxation and detoxification in the body, In addition\nto helping ease jitters, curb cravings, and lessen irritability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Causes <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over-strain, over-exertion, eating\ntoo much. Not having enough sleep and enough rest. Inadequate meal and fluid\nconsumption such as over-indulgence of alcohol, fried fatty food. Not compliant\nto conventional medications prescribed by their physicians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Risks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a qualified, licensed\nacupuncture practitioner using sterile needles, the risks of acupuncture are\nlow. Common side effects include soreness and slight bleeding or swelling where\nthe needles were inserted. Single-use, sterile needles are now the practice\nstandard and there is a low chance of infection. Not all are a suitable\ncandidate for acupuncture. You could face complications if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nHave a bleeding disorder. Whether you have a bleeding problem or you are\ntaking blood thinners, the risk of bleeding or bruising from the needles\nincrease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nHave a pacemaker. Acupuncture involving applying mild electrical pulses\nto the needles may interfere with a pacemaker&#8217;s operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00e2\u20ac\u00a2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nAre pregnant. It is believed that some kinds of acupuncture to stimulate\nlabour, which may result in premature birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other Information<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common prescription medicines are\nAnalgesics such as paracetamol and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs e.g.\nibuprofen, naproxen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many acupuncture related conditions\nare anxiety and stress.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Acupuncture It involves the use of a sterile single-use needle to treat different diseases such as acute disorders, like pain and chronic illnesses. This is based on the philosophy of traditional Chinese Medicine and treatment is to fix functional disorder rather than just the symptoms. Heat and electro-acupuncture are add-ons for selected conditions. 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