ACCUPUNCTURE, THE WAY TO BETTER HEALTH - By: Amber..

The use of acupuncture is one of the forms of treatment in traditional Chinese medicine. It is the practice of insertion of thin needles through the skin to various points in the bodyâ€™s pathways. Acupuncture is used to treat a wide variety of illnesses and health conditions, like migraines, chronic muscle and back pains, anxiety and stress. The treatment is also known to be effective for the treatment of nausea and vomiting in adults following surgery or taking chemotherapy and post-operative dental pain.

Acupuncture traces its origin in China and is commonly associated with traditional Chinese medicine. Its practice is active and growing because of the success of acupuncture in the area of pain control. Studies have shown that many acupuncture points are more richly supplied with nerve endings than are the surrounding skin areas. Research indicates sticking needles into certain points affects the nervous system and stimulates the body's production of natural painkilling chemicals and triggers the release of certain neural hormones including serotonin. Another theory suggests that acupuncture blocks the transmission of pain impulses from parts of the body to the central nervous system.

Acupuncture is based on theory that there are patterns of energy flow (Qi) through the body that are essential for health. Disturbance of this energy flow patterns leads to diseases. Acupuncture works to restore balance in the body and mind system. When acupuncture needles are inserted into specific points, they help restore the smooth flow of qi by enhancing what is deficient and reducing what is excessive, consequently removing what is blocked. Energetic "suggestions" is then made, thereby stimulating the bodyâ€™s intrinsic healing abilities, helping the patient regain energetic balance. So, if you want to relax your body and re-charge your mind, try experiencing the health benefits of acupuncture now.

Acupuncture is excellent in integrating the body, mind and spirit to promote health and balance. Its history shows that it is the complete system of healing has addressed the medical needs of large parts of the world's population. Acupuncture has always been an advocate in the prevention of disease by establishing and maintaining the balance and harmony of all aspects of the individual's health. Acupuncture effectively deals with all forms of disease, trauma and physical, as well as emotional and spiritual imbalances. The goal of acupuncture is to restore and maintain optimum health, improve physiological function, and relieve pain.

About the Author

Amber College is a holistic therapies centre in Ireland. Its range of services includes Weight Loss, Allergy Testing, Stop Smoking Therapies and Complementary Therapy like Acupuncture, Aromatherapy and Massage. Amber College also offers short courses on Complementary Therapies.

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