Basic Guide To Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a holistic, natural treatment for a range of disorders
, it is the worlds largest drug free therapy. With its origins in ancient China it has a history of development dating back thousands of years. It is highly developed and systematic based on thousands of years of practice. it is one part of a system of primary health care, known as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) .Other branches of TCM include Chinese Herbal Medicine, Tui Na (Chinese Medical massage), energy exercises (Qi Gong and Tai Chi) and Chinese Dietary therapy.
The theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine state that when healthy, our Qi or life force runs through our body in a network of channels or meridians. Perfect health is a free flow of Qi (pronounced chee). An interruption of blockage can create imbalance, blockage or stagnation, which itself can result in illness. The professional practitioner is trained to assess an individual, looking at all aspects of the person, to identify imbalances, and carry out a professional treatment in a holistic manner.
Acupuncture treatment involves the insertion of fine, sterile needles into specific acupuncture points along the body's meridians to clear energy blockages and encourage the normal flow of qi . The practitioner may also stimulate the acupuncture points using other methods, including moxibustion, cupping, laser therapy, electro-stimulation and massage, in order to re-establish the flow of qi.
Why choose acupuncture?
As a natural form of healing, acupuncture has the following benefits:
provides drug-free pain relief
effectively treats a wide range of acute and chronic ailments
treats the underlying cause of disease and illness as well as the symptoms
provides an holistic approach to the treatment of disease and illness, treating the body, mind and spirit.
assists in the prevention of disease and the maintenance of general well-being
In the hands of a well trained practitioner acupuncture has many broad applications. Based on clinical experience, the World Health Organisation (W.H.O) recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of a wide range of common illnesses including:
Upper Respiratory Tract
Acute sinusitis
Acute rhinitis
Common Cold and Flu
Acute tonsillitis
Respiratory System
Acute bronchitis
Bronchial asthma (Most effective in children and uncomplicated conditions.)
Eye Disorders
Acute conjunctivitis
Central Retinitis Myopia (in children)
Cataracts (without complications)
Mouth Disorders
Toothache
Post Extraction Pain
Gingivitis
Acute and Chronic Pharyngitis
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Spasms of esophagus
Hiccough
Gastroptosis
Acute and Chronic Gastritis
Gastric Hyperacidity
Chronic Duodenal Ulcer (pain relief)
Acute Duodenal Ulcer (without complications)
Acute and Chronic Colitis
Acute Bacillary Dysentery
Constipation
Diarrhea
Paralytic Ileus
Neurologic and Musculoskeletal Disorders
Headache and Migraine
Trigeminal Neuralgias
Facial Palsy (early stage, i.e., within 3-6 months)
Pareses Following a Stroke
Peripheral Neuropathies
Sequelae of Poliomyelitis (early stage, i.e., within 6 months)
Meniere's Disease
Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction
Nocturnal Enuresis (bedwetting)
Intercostal Neuralgia
Cervicobrachial Syndrome
Frozen Shoulder
Tennis Elbow
Sciatica
Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Back and Knee Pain
Fibromyalgia
Chronic Fatigue
Sports Injuries and Pains
Reproductive & Gynecological Conditions
Premenstrual Syndrome
Dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps)
Spotting and Excessive Bleeding
Amenorrhea (Loss of Menstrual Period)
Impotence
Infertility
Incontinence
Prostatits
If you live in Ireland and are interested in acupuncture, ensure you choose a suitable qualified practitioner. You can visit
www.acupuncturefoundation.com for a list of qualified practitioners. Or if you are interested in training in acupuncture you can visit www.acupuncturefoundation.com
by: Ann Smithson
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