When addressing pain, acupuncture considers the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. Instead of just focusing on the physical symptoms, it takes into account the emotional, mental, and lifestyle factors that can contribute to pain. I apply different pain coping techniques, like e-stim, cupping, moxa, etc.
Acupuncture has
been shown to regulate the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary bodily functions. By promoting a shift from the fight or flight sympathetic response to the rest and digest parasympathetic response,
acupuncture can help induce relaxation and reduce stress.
Acupuncture can enhance blood circulation, which can aid in the delivery of nutrients and oxygen to the digestive organs. Acupuncture points are located throughout the body, and stimulating certain points can directly affect the pain area or/and affecting the body as a whole regulating gastrointestinal issues.
Acupuncture is often used as a complementary therapy to support women’s health and address a variety of issues that women may experience throughout their lives.
Acupuncture can help manage symptoms of degenerative diseases, improve quality of life, and potentially slow down the progression of certain symptoms, whereas it cannot reverse the damaged tissues or nerves.
