Acupuncture is considered by many people to be a very effective form of treatment for anxiety and stress disorders. The treatment is based on the idea that there are energy channels which regulate emotional and mental health.
Anxiety and Blood Chemistry
In Chinese medicine, anxiety is classified as a heart system disorder and is extremely influenced by a person’s blood chemistry. Acupuncture professionals such as those at Purelands acupuncture can help to narrow down which organ systems and acupuncture channels are causing issues and work to rectify the problems.
The Luo Vessels are the acupuncture channels which deal with circulation and, in turn, with mental and emotional health. These connecting vessels also play a part in the function of the immune system and help to trap pathogens.
The practice of acupuncture Tewkesbury and elsewhere aims to recognise a fundamental principle of Chinese medicine, which is that human experience contains spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical components. Therefore, it can be effective at offering a comprehensive approach to treating anxiety and stress disorders.
Acupuncture as a Treatment
Acupuncturists use needles inserted into pressure points to alleviate anxiety issues. Studies have shown that acupuncture can improve symptoms where other treatments such as medication and psychotherapy have failed, or as a complementary therapy.
Risks of Acupuncture?
It must be recognised that research into acupuncture and anxiety is limited but there is no evidence that there is a risk of making anxiety worse if the therapy is tried out. The main adverse effect of acupuncture can be soreness but this usually goes away quickly and any other risks can be minimised by using a reputable acupuncturist. You can find help with locating a qualified acupuncturist on the British Acupuncture Council website at.
Reputable acupuncturists will always use disposable, sterile needles and can advise when acupuncture may not be suitable, such as if a person has a bleeding condition like haemophilia, or has a pacemaker. They will also advise on the importance of continuing conventional treatments, such as medication, alongside the complementary treatments.
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