What is acupuncture?

​Acupuncture is a therapy in which thin needles are inserted into the skin at various points to alleviate pain or disease. The therapy originated from traditional Chinese medicine.​

Why choose acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a widely accepted form of complementary and alternative medicine in the West. It combines well with conventional medical treatment.
As a drug-free treatment option, acupuncture is safe and highly beneficial when performed by a licensed practitioner, with little or no side effects.
Acupuncture also helps control pain in patients for whom pain medications are not suitable.

​How is acupuncture done?

​​In each treatment session, the acupuncturist begins by evaluating the patient’s symptoms, pulse characteristics and overall condition. Afterwards, sterile, single-use needles are applied at precise acupuncture points on the skin which affect specific organ systems or functions in the body. Needle insertion is painless or may cause a brief tingling sensation. The length, frequency and number of treatment sessions will depend on the patient’s condition

How does acupuncture work?

​Acupuncture influences the nervous, cardiovascular, endocrine and immune systems. As a result, it is able to improve circulation, release of natural painkillers, tissue repair and other areas of functioning.

When to consider acupuncture

​Acupuncture can relieve different kinds of pain, such as

• Headaches and migraines
• Facial pain
• Neck pain and stiffness
• Low back pain
• Sciatica
• Arthritis (rheumatoid and osteoarthritis)
• Sprains and tendonitis
• Fibromyalgia
• Nerve pain
• Painful periods 

​Acupuncture can also help treat a variety of medical conditions, including

• High and low blood pressure
• Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting
• Morning sickness
• Stomach ulcers
• Nasal allergies
• Inducing labor
• Stroke recovery
• Tourette syndrome

• Substance, tobacco and alcohol dependence 

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