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Acupuncture Treatment for Scars

In Oriental Medicine it is a well known fact that scars may disrupt the normal flow of energy (Qi) and Blood in the meridians, or energy pathways. Not all scars are problematic, but they are viewed as potential organ-meridian disturbances.

Acupuncture Scar Treatment

Scars can cause the blockage of energy in the acupuncture meridians. This article also shows how treating that blockage without ever touching the painful part of the body can give immediate and lasting relief.

Acupuncture For The Cancer Patient

Acupuncture can help in the treatment of cancer patients. It can promote relaxation and prevent infection and side effects. Acupuncture can also be used to control pain, improve bowel and urinary functions, decrease swelling and prevent scar tissue. The toxic effects of radiation and chemotherapy can be alleviated with acupuncture.

Treating Herpes Zoster with Moxibustion

How to treat shingles (herpes zoster) with moxibustion.

Carpal Tunnel – Never Underestimate the Power of a Single Needle

Regardless of the ailment that is being treated in Traditional Chinese Medicine, the focus is always on treating the whole person. For example, a typical treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome would include placing needles on the body to unblock the energy pathways (meridians) that run thru the wrist, and also to place needles on the body that would have the function of nourishing and/or relaxing the tendons.

What Can Acupuncture Treat?

Learn what acupuncture can treat. There are over 40 common health problems that acupuncture has proven to be effective on. Some conditions are back pain, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel syndrome, TMJ, trigemnal neuralgia, arthritis, fibromyalgia, sciatica, plantar fascitis, shingles pain and migraines.

How Long Does an Acupuncture Treatment Take?

The actual acupuncture treatment involves retaining the needles for up to 45 minutes. However, a good practitioner will inquire about body temperature, diet, thirst, appetite, elimination, energy level, lifestyle, sleep habits, and pain in the body as part of the complete medical history.