We know the idea of acupuncture can seem scary. Needles aren’t exactly our favorite things either, but we promise the effects of acupuncture vastly outweigh the fear of the treatment.
What happens during the process of acupuncture?
The process of acupuncture is quite simple. A specialist will insert extremely thin needles into a patient’s skin at various depths to activate pressure points throughout the body. This provides relief from pain, potentially helps to fight illness, and is said to help balance a patient’s energy, which ultimately restores balance in their lives. The treatment lasts for about 20 minutes, give or take, depending on your acupuncturist’s recommendation.
Although the effects of this ancient Chinese treatment method are difficult to prove, so many people find relief from it that it has become a sought after natural source of pain relief. So on that note, we’re sure you’re wondering what benefits (aside from pain relief) that acupuncture can provide. Let’s explore these in greater detail, shall we?
Here are 5 Benefits of Acupuncture
1. Reduces Stress
You have demands that place additional stress on you, whether that be from work or happenings in your personal life. Acupuncture is known to act as a source of relief for that stress that you carry with you. It has been proven to reduce the stress hormone, boosting your mood and promoting more overall happiness.
2. Headache Relief
If you have chronic headaches or migraines, acupuncture may be a great therapy to try. By targeting pressure points, the treatment can reduce or alleviate tension in some areas, lowering your pain levels. Many people who use this therapy are in search of natural alternatives to medicine and feel a sense of euphoria after their treatment.
3. Boosts Immune System
It may sound strange, but acupuncture is also effective in boosting your immune system. It has been proven that with regular treatments, your body begins to produce more white blood cells, giving your body a better chance of fighting off a cold or the flu.
4. Lower levels of Back, Neck, and Joint Pain
A majority of your pain comes from inflammation and swelling as a result of straining your body. Acupuncture intentionally provides drug-free relief by targeting those areas of inflammation. By a specialist inserting small needles into the areas, it mitigates the tension.
5. Improves Mental Clarity
With a stronger immune system, having less stress, relief from headaches, back pain, and more, it is easy to see how acupuncture can provide you with improved mental clarity. It is also known for improving patient’s sleep deprivation, like those with insomnia.
When you try acupuncture treatments, you’ll have more energy to tackle your day and feel better doing it.
Does an acupuncture treatment hurt?
Although you may feel the needles in your skin, the treatment isn’t extremely painful. Upon entry, you might experience a pinch or sting, but once they are there, you won’t notice them unless your acupuncturist spins them to manipulate the pressure point.
However, if you are ever trying acupuncture and you feel uncomfortable or like you are in pain, you should alert your acupuncturist right away.
Contact us to start acupuncture therapy!
If you are interested in trying acupuncture treatment, we would encourage you to speak with a doctor or an experienced acupuncturist. As with any treatment, there could be side effects. In this case, the most common side effects are pain from needle entry and minor bleeding once the needles are taken out.
If you have any questions or concerns about acupuncture, we’d be happy to speak with you about it. If you’re interested in scheduling an appointment with us, contact our center at (248) 792-6570. We’ll get you the soonest appointment available, so we can help you start to feel better. We look forward to speaking with you!