Acupuncture treatment: What are the health benefits?

What will happen during my acupuncture treatment?

Acupuncturists focus on patients’ health history before running a tongue examination and pulse check UCSD explained. During your treatment the professional will use thin sterile needles to precisely stimulate acupuncture points on your body. These points may include ears feet and hands.

Generally the patient won’t feel any pain during the process. The treatment typically produces a calming effect over the minutes a person is laid out on the table.

What are the health benefits of acupuncture?

Clinical trials have shown that acupuncture can successfully treat many conditions. The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine explained that these include not only pain but allergies headaches and asthma among other afflictions. According to Dr. Andrew Weil M.D. acupuncture has been proven to work well in helping fight addictions reduce fatigue and improve general well-being.

Who should consider acupuncture? Who shouldn’t?

Anyone with pain or one of the chronic health conditions listed above can be helped by acupuncture treatment. However Dr. Weil explained that if you take blood thinners you should check with your doctor before trying the treatment. The most common side effects are bruising or bleeding at the site where a needle is placed and sometimes minor pain or soreness.

Make sure to choose a certified and qualified acupuncturist Dr. Weil recommended. Currently the licensing requirements vary from state to state but most require that acupuncturists pass an exam given by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Speak with your primary care physician before making any decisions about the treatment.

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