http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/ Acupuncture http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/ http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_treatment_to_quit_smoking_does_it_actually_work.php Acupuncture is an alternative medical method that originated from China. This method is based upon the old Chinese assumption that there are invisible energy point scattered across the human body. Theses energy points are called Meridians. during an Acupuncture treatment, tiny needles are inserted into the Meridians, causing he energy flow through them to change. This principle is used for quit a few benefits: * It can "open up" energy blocks that will relieve pain and stress * It can reduce cravings * It can strengthen your energy and vitality In the past years, Acupuncture has been used, among other uses, to help people stop smoking. 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Is there a way to make it acceptable to the western medicine way of thinking? A: This is a complicated issue. Ideally, we could use scientific research to make this possible. This has been done to some extent. However, there are still problems with research and its acceptance. Not Testing Authentic Chinese Medicine Studies often diverge from authentic Chinese medicine methodology. Investigators rarely make use of pattern discrimination, which is fundamental to Chinese medicine. Also, studies have yet to acknowledge another reality of CM - its plurality. There are many ways to practice it, and many many herb formulas, herb combinations,... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/how_to_eat_right_for_a_more_comfortable_menopause.php Menopause is a natural process that alters the balance of Yin and Yang. After menopause many women discover (and may be disturbed by) the more yang (energetic, aggressive) side of themselves. 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As long as the flow of chi is smooth and unobstructed, the individual remains fit and healthy. But the moment there are irregularities in the circulation of chi, health of the person receives a setback. So in order to remain healthy, consistency in the current of chi should be maintained. ... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/pain_relief_through_acupuncture_and_chinese_medicine.php The World Health Organization (WHO) references acupuncture as being an effective treatment for the management of many types of pain, both acute and chronic. There are 3 proven mechanisms that explain how acupuncture relieves pain; 1. Gate Theory Once inserted, the needle activates the myelinated nervous system fibers which ultimately stops the pain message from getting to the T-cells in the dorsal horn of the spinal cord (closes the 'Gate'). Therefore the pain message does not transmit to the thalamus/cortex in the brain (these areas normally interpret these messages and make you feel pain) 2. 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One of the best methods to garner a healthier lifestyle is... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/can_chinese_medicine_help_you_quit_smoking.php Addiction is now the biggest preventable killer in Britain, causing 150,000 deaths a year (120,000 tobacco related, 33,000 alcohol related and 1,700 drugs related). How can Chinese medicine help with addiction? Chinese medicine has beneficial effects on addiction to various substances. The most commonly treated addictions at AcuMedic clinics are smoking and alcoholism. Smoking has a detrimental impact on all major systems of the human body, in particular, the circulatory, respiratory and digestive systems. In Chinese medical theory, smoking weakens the Lung's function of commanding the overall movement of Qi, Blood and Meridians, by creating Heat in the Lung and... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/natural_treatment_options_for_depression.php Depression is a serious ailment that 19 million Americans are currently experiencing. 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It is believed that each point or a combination of points to correspond to certain body organs of systems thus the human physiology is affected through acupuncture. An acupuncture quit smoking therapy is an alternative smoking cessation method. It does not include the use of any medications and that is why many people with specific medical condition prefer it. What are the pros, cons and the things you should look for if... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/research_based_fertility_acupuncture_that_works.php A 2003 study proved that acupuncture increases in-vitro fertilization success rates nearly two-fold. Maybe you saw the October 2003 'Sex in the City' episode that talked about fertility acupuncture. It's true, there is now a good research study from Germany that showed how a specific acupuncture treatment could raise the success rate of in vitro fertilization (IVF) from 26.3% to 42.5%. Is Fertility Acupuncture the Best Way? If you have access to an acupuncturist, it's part of the solution. If you're doing in vitro fertilization, acupuncture before and after increases the success rates (according to a 2003 German study that received a lot of press). Of course, there are many causes of... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/what_is_alternative_medicine.php What is alternative medicine? This is a term used to describe the different forms of medicine other than conventional methods. Alternative medicine includes a wide variety of medical practices including non-European (non-Western) medical practices and will include some new approaches to medicine. There is also a term called complementary medicine. This is a combination of conventional medicine coupled with alternative medicine. With increasing research and new findings in medicine there is a universal rise in the Western nations of alternative medicine. In the Eastern part of the world, namely the Orient, some forms of alternative medicine has been practiced for many centuries. Part of... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_the_ancient_tradition_behind_eft_emotional_freedom_techniques.php Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) is a healing tool based on the theory that our emotions and physical symptoms are linked to the underlying energy system of the body. That energy system is the acupuncture meridian system known to the Chinese for thousands of years. EFT was developed by Stanford Engineer Gary Craig, who discovered the basic theory in 1991 and continues to this day to develop and improve on EFT applications. The underpinning theory of EFT is simple, yet sheds a whole new light on our emotional experiences and how we interpret them. Gary Craig's EFT discovery statement asserts that: "The cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body's energy system." 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Many of the side effects are minor, but since acupuncture involves puncturing the skin with needles, the potential does exist for harmful effects to occur. But first of all, let’s define what acupuncture is. Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine which has been practiced for centuries in China and has spread around the globe in modern times. It is widely practiced in many countries including the United States. Acupuncture involves piercing the skin with needles along the energy meridians of the body in an attempt to heal illness or treat addictions. Now let’s look at... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/non_nicotine_based_tools_to_quit_smoking.php If one is using nicotine replacements like Nicotine Gums or Inhalers, then it may not be enough. You may require other medications to get rid of the habit. These medications, along with the nicotine replacements, will enhance your chances of quitting smoking successfully. 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The practice of TCM includes acupuncture, nutrition, herbal medicine and gentle energy building... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_complementary_medicine_s_acceptable_face.php Acupuncture As complementary therapies go, acupuncture is one of the most well respected and researched. Consequently it enjoys wide acceptance in conventional medicine circles and is now routinely recommended by all manner of doctors, nurses and other health professionals. A recent WHO report found it effective for a wide range of symptoms and diseases, such as insomnia, depression, acne, lower back pain and sciatica, along with many others. While the theories and language of Traditional Chinese Medicine may not be accepted by Western doctors, there is little doubt that acupuncture works and practitioners are relatively easy to find. There are 2 main types of acupuncture generally... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/what_king_of_massage_is_right_for_you.php Massage feels sinfully good, doesn't it? The truth is, massage is one of the best things you can do for yourself; especially during times of change such as menopause. This soothing therapy has been shown to lower blood press, reduce muscle pain, improve joint flexibility and alleviate headaches, just to name a few of its healing powers. Most people think of massage in terms of muscle aches, but it's much more than that. It increases blood flow to your muscles, tissue and every cell in your body which brings oxygen and nutrients to these critical areas. It also stimulates lymphatic flow, improving tissue drainage and the immune system. 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Alternative Remedies Apart from the galaxy of over the counter products, which claim to be panacea for your headache, there are some tried and tested herbal remedies which will help you... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/an_instant_acupuncture_cure_for_infertility.php Even the best and more advanced medical methods may not work in issues of infertility; there are great evidences that will testify to this. One good point to argue about is why must couple need to tolerate several attempts of conception using so-called high technologies (e.g. in vitro fertilization). Well, now is not the time to raise arguments though. Acupuncture, an alternative medicine you say. It is truly an alternative medicine only for the reason that it is not based on western knowledge. If this is our basis of categorizing what is effective medicine and what is not, it would be a bit unfair for all oriental medical methods that work. Though not all quick fixes are convincing and... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/differing_asian_styles_of_acupuncture.php The great doctors of <a href="http://www.chinesemedsbook.com">acupuncture , through the course of Chinese history, have often varied from great healers to quacks in the minds of the people and government. From China, undisputedly the originator of this healing process, it spread to the other parts of Asia, (especially Japan and Korea), and even as far as Europe. Japanese Style It is said that the Japanese practice a truer form of medicine than the Chinese since the Cultural Revolution had little influence on their medicine. Whether it is that differentiation, or simply the uniqueness of their nation, the Japanese style does not resemble traditional Chinese medicine in... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/what_are_your_wellness_needs.php As we go about our busy lives, our wellness needs doesn't often come to mind. In fact, probably until you read the title of this article, it never even crossed your mind. But even when we are well, we have needs that help us to sustain that wellness. Have you ever given thought to what those needs are? Your wellness rating is dependent upon your immune system, and what vitamins, supplements, and nutrition you provide for your immune system. Nutrition comes in the form of our daily intake of food our eating habits determine the value of our daily nutritional intake. What about vitamins? What role do vitamins and minerals play in our wellness needs? More than what some of you... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_the_old_medical_art_revived.php Acupuncture is a method of encouraging the body to promote natural healing and to improve functioning. This is done by inserting needles and applying heat or electrical stimulation at very precise acupuncture points. Acupuncture is one of the key components of the system of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In the TCM system of medicine, the body is seen as a delicate balance of two opposing and inseparable forces: yin and yang. Yin represents the cold, slow, or passive principle, while yang represents the hot, excited, or active principle. The modern scientific explanation is that needling the acupuncture points stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals in the muscles, spinal... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_and_arthritis.php We have talked about acupuncture before. However, it has been some time ago and I wanted to bring this up and add some interesting points. Arthritis Pain It is no secret that I favor the use of a high-quality liquid Glucosamine to deal with the pain of arthritis. And, I make that recommendation for both humans and pets. Given the recent news stories regarding the use of NSAID's, it is certainly a safer and in most cases, equally effective way to handle your pain. New studies using Acupuncture I recently read some information about clinical studies that used acupuncture on arthritis patients. For those of you not that familiar with acupuncture, it is the ancient Chinese technique of... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_and_pain_relief.php In my later years of medical school, I thought that pain treatment was below me. Even though acupuncture was best known for its effective pain relief, I thought that the Western medical world was simply behind as usual. We were amazed to learned all the other diseases we could treat with acupuncture, like neurological problems, immune system dysfunction, anxiety, and depression, and I thought, "Anyone can treat pain. I'd rather focus on something more interesting." As I wrote about Chinese medicine on the Pulse website, I thought, "It would be more beneficial for acupuncture's image if I focused on something like psychology. And, people really need to understand the complexity and power... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/does_acupuncture_only_work_on_humans.php A frequently asked question by patients undergoing cancer treatment is, "Can acupuncture help me?" The issue then becomes: is there a place for acupuncture in the vast field of cancer with its diverse treatment modalities? "Vast" since cancer is not one disease but over 300 different malignancies, each with its own unique histology, patho-physiology, and clinical behavior. 'Diverse" because of the different chemotherapeutic classes of agents, hormonal agents, types of High-energy particle beam generators, and various delivery systems for radiation treatment. "Diverse" also because it encompasses various types of surgical procedures, nutritional support, and the body-mind holistic... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/magnetic_therapy_the_facts_and_some_myths.php Is magnet therapy regarded yet as a mainstream therapy? I consider it is not and through this series of articles I hope to raise awareness by examining a number of issues that have stood in the way of mass acceptance. There is a useful parallel to be drawn between magnetic therapy and acupuncture. Acupuncture today is an accepted alternative therapy but 20 or 30 years ago it was regarded with deep suspicion. So what has happened to make it so popular now that many conventional health clinics have a professional acupuncturist on hand to provide the therapy? Well, the passage of time has allowed communication of the obvious benefits actual patients have enjoyed by having a wide variety of... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/great_alternatives_to_ease_back_pain.php As you age, you start collecting tons of little aches and pains you didn’t have when you were younger. Are you wondering just how bad it’s going to be when your reach, say, seventy-five or so? Backaches and neck pain are especially common; my mother is continually complaining that her back hurts. Given my luck, I’ll probably have the same types of aches and pains when I reach her age. In any event, I’ve decided to be proactive and find ways around having a backache for the rest of my life. I know there are perfectly good treatments out there and I’m ready to go for it and get some relief. How about you? Do you suffer from joint pain, hip or lower back pain? If so, are you ready to do... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/alternative_medicine_pressure_remedies_that_heal_you.php Alternative medicine is a recent term to something that has been a part of human existence from old. From the times of early man to the present day instinct and reason has taught humans many thing. 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Acupressure & Tui Na The massage that acupressurists do may or may not be Chinese medicine. If you ever go that route, check into how many years they were formally trained in acupuncture/meridian theory. The standard "real" massage of Chinese medicine is called Tui Na, which means "push and grasp."... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/i_hate_needles_acutouch_is_the_solution.php Afraid of needles? Never mind. Acutouch therapy allows you to enjoy the thrills of acupuncture without the discomfort of being pricked. Based on the principle of applying pressure to key acupuncture points, Acutouch therapy is similar to acupuncture minus the needles. This non-invasive therapy is a revolutionary approach and when used in conjunction with other therapies, has shown remarkable results. Acu-therapy focuses on balancing the body’s energy by gently tapping the finger tips upon key locations in the body. The underlying philosophy of all holistic healing procedures is that there is a natural life force that flows through all the organs in the body. When the flow of this force is... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/is_acupuncture_safe.php Acupuncture is much safer than most western medical treatments. To support that statement, I will cite such phenomenally credible sources as: The National Institutes of Health (NIH) The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) - several places The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) The British Medical Journal (BMJ) The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists 7 peer-reviewed medical journals found on the National Library of Medicine's MedLine Studies of data from malpractice claims Retrospective studies (from America and the U.K.) of more than 100,000 acupuncture treatments First I will discuss issues of acupuncture... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/alternative_therapies_for_fibromyalgia.php People seek alternative therapies for fibromyalgia for many reasons: a desire to avoid numerous prescription medications, the ineffectiveness of prescription medications, the number of unwanted side effects associated with them, or a desire for a more natural therapy for fibromyalgia are just a few. On this page, we look at some of the currently available alternative therapies for fibromyalgia and some of the natural products that have helped some patients obtain relief. But before we do that, we will first cover conventional treatment for fibromyalgia. These typically include sleep medications, muscle relaxers and pain relievers. Doctors may also prescribe anti-depressants,... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/relief_from_arthritis_a_who_s_who_in_arthritis_treatment_for_newly_diagnosed_patients.php Newly diagnosed arthritis patients can easily become overwhelmed with the myriad of information, treatment options, help and professionals available to them, while still trying to find relief from their disease. In an effort to demystify who does what, this article will point out each of the people you'll most likely be interacting with during your arthritis treatment and explain their role in helping you find relief from arthritis. Arthritis Treatment Specialist: Acupuncturist Considered foreign to most Americans, acupuncture has become a beacon in the arthritis treatment sphere. By placing small, sterile needles into very specific points on the body, acupuncture is... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupunture_points_map.php Practitioners of the ancient Chinese art of acupuncture rely on the acupuncture points map to free trapped energy in the body and restore health. You might have spotted this type of chart of the human body on the wall of your holistic doctor’s office or during a visit to a natural health store. It depicts numerous points on the body where the body’s energy, also known as qi, often accumulates. In fact, there are over 2,000 points that conduct energy throughout the body! Because of their direct connection to the flow of energy in the body, the acupuncture pressure points depicted on the acupuncture points map help to regulate body function, mood, emotional and spiritual well-being. You... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_treatment_for_migraines.php Acupuncture is known as a traditional Chinese medicine. Migraines are often a result of reduced energy and or blood flow causing pain to one or both sides of the head. The reduced blood flow to the brain causes tension and lack of oxygen to the brain. Many migraines start as tension headaches, and grow stronger until they are full-blown migraines. Acupuncture treats migraines by relieving the tension. This is done by maximizing the blood flow to the brain and giving the brain the oxygen needed. During a 15 to 30 minute acupuncture treatment the brain senses normalization of blood flow, and as seen in numerous treatments the blood vessels will constrict back to their normal size, ending... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/herbal_remedies_and_other_non_traditional_acne_treatments.php In general, over-the-counter acne treatments and traditional prescription medications have proven effective in the reduction and virtual elimination of acne, there are other less traditional ways to approach the treatment of acne. When delving into non-traditional medicine most are dealing with approaches such as acupuncture, herbal medicines, homeopathic medicine, mind/body medicine, Ayurveda and Kampo as well as dietary and nutritional considerations. The following takes a look at each of these areas as they relate to acne. Acupuncture: The use of acupuncture in the treatment of acne has not been scientifically evaluated but there have been reports that two acupuncture procedures have... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_what_is_it_is_it_something_i_should_do.php Acupuncture is an ancient study. It is a technique that has been done for hundreds of years as part of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The goal of this procedure is to restore the well being and the health of the individual. While it may seem strange, acupuncture uses a method of inserting needles into specific points in the body. It should only be preformed by a skilled individual, one that has received training in it. If you are wondering if this is something for you, you’ll need to learn a little more about what acupuncture can provide as well as how it is done. Why It Works Acupuncture points are located throughout the body. 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Massage therapy is one of the best ways to ease the pain of arthritis. This type of arthritis treatment deals with the stiffness that is associated with arthritis. Almost all doctors will recommend regular massage therapy to their patients. Research shows that this type of arthritis treatment will decrease most of the stress hormones and will help with depression. The benefits dealing with this type of arthritis treatment is that it eases the muscle pain, spasms in the joints and the joint tissue. Massage therapy, is an arthritis treatment that releases endorphins that are natural... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/yin_and_yang_in_traditional_chinese_medicine.php The Yin-Yang symbol is a result of the Chinese Philosophy in regards to how the universe functions. The black and white shapes within the circle represent the interaction of two energies called "Yin" and "Yang"; they are not completely black or white nor can they exist without each other. The curve of the symbol reminds us of the constant change of balance between yin and yang, which represent all the opposite principles one finds in the universe. The Yellow Emperor said, ''The principle of Yin and Yang is the foundation of the entire universe. It underlies everything in creation.” Yin, the darker element, is passive, dark, feminine, moist, death, small, and corresponds to the night;... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/alternative_medicine_what_happens_during_acupuncture_treatment.php Acupuncture is one of several popular alternative therapies tracing its roots to traditional medicine in China more than 5,000 years ago. Although the treatment is regarded as one of the most common and oldest worldwide, acupuncture only started to become recognized in the US after New York Times journalist James Reston wrote a feature on how his post-surgery pain was eased by doctors in China in 1971 using the procedure. 1. The Basis Of Acupuncture The treatment assumes something called qi (pronounced key) - energy in living beings that passes through twelve meridians or invisible energy lines in the body. Each line links to a specific organ system; the belief is that... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/weight_loss_with_an_acient_chinese_twist.php Acupuncture Weight Loss Solutions I remember the first time I took Chinese herbs. One of my patients told me “You look really tired – Here take these herbs” and handed me a bagful of different colored packages. It hurt to have it put so bluntly, but it was true, I was building a business, working long hours and feeling a bit drained, so I listened and took them home to use that night. One was a peach green tea that tasted like the Snapple I had been drinking earlier that day, one was an “interesting tasting” dark green liquid which I took with an OJ chaser and the third was a powder that I mixed up with OJ, water and soy milk to make a citrus smoothie. Not bad I thought, for Chinese... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/how_does_acupuncture_work.php Acupuncture is a complex intervention that may vary for different patients with similar chief complaints. The number and length of treatments and the specific points used may vary among individuals and during the course of treatment. Given this reality, it is perhaps encouraging that there exist a number of studies of sufficient quality to assess the efficacy of acupuncture for certain conditions. As with other types of interventions, some individuals are poor responders to specific acupuncture protocols. Both animal and human laboratory and clinical experience suggest that the majority of subjects respond to acupuncture, with a minority not responding. Some of the clinical research... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/can_acupuncture_help_you_stop_and_eventually_quit_smoking.php Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing approach that is almost 3500 years old. It is based on the belief that chi, a vital energy force flows around 12 key channels around the body. Within these channels there are 365 acupuncture points, which can sometimes become ‘blocked’ preventing the smooth flow of the vital energy, resulting in degrading health. Acupuncture is a highly effective method for treating all manner of addictions including nicotine. The application of acupuncture to help you stop and eventually quit altogether, involves the insertion of very fine needles into special points on the skin. The needles are generally left in the skin for up to 20mins. There is virtually no... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/improve_your_health_by_following_fibromyalgia_alternative_therapies.php Fibromyalgia is a terrible condition and people affected by it are often overwhelmed by its symptoms and effects. A disturbing fact is that although several million people suffer from fibromyalgia in the United States alone, modern medicine isn’t able to produce an efficient specific cure. Despite the fact that in present some fibromyalgia medical treatments and therapies can ameliorate and ease some of its symptoms, the causes of fibromyalgia can neither be prevented, nor overcome. Fibromyalgia alternative therapies have been successfully used in the last decades for improving and correcting the major symptoms of the disorder. Although fibromyalgia alternative therapies and remedies... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/the_yin_and_yang_of_the_healthy_individual.php The Chinese believe our bodies are complete halves, one side being the passive and the other being the aggressive, and it only through the successful union of the halves, that we have the healthy whole. Western medicine has so far, not subscribed to this theory, in whole. There is compelling evidence to support many of the Chinese theories on the joining of the body's energy forces and balancing our flow of energy through the entire body. Chiropractic and acupuncture philosophies base their entire practice on the successful correlation of the body's energy flow, nervous system impulses, and skeletal alignment. What we do know, about individuals is that the entire... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/chronic_pain_management.php From over-the-counter and prescription drugs to mind-body techniques to acupuncture, chronic pain can be treated in many ways. However, no single method can guarantee you total pain relief. Rather, a combination of options may help you get rid of the pain. Mild pain may be relieved by over-the-counter medications like acetaminophen or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Although both relieve pain caused by muscle aches and stiffness, only NSAIDs can reduce inflammation. Lotions or creams can also be applied to the skin in order to relieve pain from sore muscles and arthritis. If over-the-counter drugs fail to bring relief, your doctor may prescribe stronger medications like... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/emotional_freedom_techniques_answers_from_acupunture.php Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) is a healing tool based on the theory that our emotions and physical symptoms are linked to the underlying energy system of the body. That energy system is the acupuncture meridian system known to the Chinese for thousands of years. EFT was developed by Stanford Engineer Gary Craig, who discovered the basic theory in 1991 and continues to this day to develop and improve on EFT applications. The underpinning theory of EFT is simple, yet sheds a whole new light on our emotional experiences and how we interpret them. Gary Craig's EFT discovery statement asserts that: "The cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body's energy system." He... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupressure_reduces_many_signs_of_aging_it_s_plain_healthy.php Is Acupuncture Real And Useful or Not? Yes. It doesn’t replace Western Medicine with this ancient Eastern art, but the proof is that it works on specific maladies. “Acupuncture is an effective, non-pharmacological method to reduce intra-operative nausea during elective cesarean section in the awake patient.” BJ Stein, St. Luke’s Hospital; and Columbia University, college of Physicians and Surgeons. This research was published in 1997, and has been continually cited in other scientific reports through 2005, on ‘morning-sickness’ and ‘motion-sickness’. Dr. Robert O. Becker, twice nominated for the Nobel, said in “Cross Currents: The promise of electro-medicine is: our bodies are... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/how_to_cure_and_prevent_varicose_veins_naturally.php To prevent and maintain varicose veins, you need to strengthen the walls of your veins. There are several natural treatments available today that will cure and prevent varicose veins without the use of drugs or chemicals. The herb horse chestnut provides hope for those people with varicose veins. Horse chestnut has in it a natural chemical called aescin, which strengthens vein walls and prevents leaking. In a study of 22 people with varicose veins, 22 percent of people given horse chestnut had decreased vein leakage, compared to an increase in vein leakage in the people who were given a placebo. It is recommended that people interested in using horse chestnut to cure varicose veins... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/5_time_tested_ways_to_beat_stress.php Most of us can attest to the fact that stress is reaching epidemic proportions in modern society. Balancing work, family, health, money, etc. is a challenge that many of us feel ill equipped to face. Eighty percent of the doctor visits in our country are stress related. Our quality of life and health is largely determined by how we adapt and relate to daily stressors. Here are a few ancient techniques for eliminating stress, increasing energy, and creating emotional balance. These are some of the most powerful tools we have for achieving optimal health and preventing future disease. 1) Meditation: Practiced for thousands of years in many Asian cultures, meditation has long... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/meridian_energy_therapies.php A growing field of dramatically successful therapies is emerging. Known as <a href="http://isiscentre.co.uk/page275">Meridian Energy Therapies , they can have acronyms such as TFT, TAT, and EFT. If this sounds a bit like alphabetti spaghetti to you, read on, and I will explain what they're about. How did it start? Originated by Roger Callahan, who wrote a book called Thought Field Therapy (TFT). Callahan was interested in the acupuncture meridians and discovered, quite by chance that tapping with fingers on certain acupuncture points seemed to relieve a client of a long-held water phobia. He continued to experiment and developed TFT. Many of the simpler Energy Therapies were... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/natural_therapies_for_back_pain_massage_therapy_acupuncture_yoga_and_herbs.php Back pain can cause you immense pain. Other than drug medications, there are many natural therapy methods for your pain. Take a proactive approach to your pain and you will then be able to live life to its fullest. Here are some facts to reveal how common back pain is. Back pain in the U. S. currently accounts for approximately 50-60% of pain complaints for workers. It is surprising to note that it does not matter what type of job you hold. Whether you are a factory worker to a professional, you are equally susceptible to back pain as your colleague. Back pain not only afflicts the working population in general, but there are other causes for pain as well. Degenerative diseases like... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/subtle_body_imaging_systems.php Work with electrical fields that surround animals and plants suggests the presence of an energy body. Studies using Kirlian photography show energy fields surrounding physical objects although there is still some debate as to what these actually are. One famous Kirlian experiment is the 'Phantom Leaf Effect'. In this experiment the leaf is cut or torn and the top part removed. The Kirlian photographs taken reveal it still to be there as an etheric body, perhaps a 'holographic energy template' for the leaf, although there is much discussion as to what this effect actually is. Electro-acupuncture systems show a way forward to combining the best abilities of orthodox medical science with... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/can_you_lose_weight_without_exercising.php The answer is well, maybe. . . Eating less combined with exercise will allow you to lose weight and keep it off, but there are also some approaches that involve mind-body therapies that are worth a try. These approaches help control eating binges by identifying what causes them, and helping reduce stress. Some of these programs are listed below: Yoga. While Yoga may be considered exercise to some, it's not as hard as getting on a treadmill at the fitness center, and may prevent middle-age spread. Research has shown that even doing Yoga for 30 minutes once a week can help lower weight gain and increase weight loss. Those two factors combined make for a lighter, healthier you... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/quitting_smoking_ways_to_stop_including_hypnosis.php There are numerous ways that people use to stop smoking. People do actually succeed in stopping smoking but the same method of stopping does not work for everyone and sometimes the same method may finally work only after a second or third attempt at it is tried. The most popular methods used to quit smoking and not in any particular order are: 1) Willpower 2) Cutting down 3) Hypnosis 4) Patches, Gum, Lozenges 5) False Cigarette 6) Zyban 7) Acupuncture 8) Shock event There is no doubt that each of these methods have been successful in helping someone to stop smoking. They work in slightly different ways to each other and I will attempt to describe each method and in... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/what_is_traditional_chinese_medicine.php Traditional Chinese medicine is gaining popularity in the U.S., as more and more people are learning the benefits of acupuncture, acupressure, deep massage, Qigong, and the herbal medicines. Westerners are the new kids on the block when it comes to receiving these treatments, as over a quarter of the population of the world practices TCM, also known as Oriental medicine. The National Institute of Health and the World Health Organization believe TCM to be a viable alternative to Western medicine, and now many health insurance companies will cover acupuncture as a treatment for various ailments. Very exciting for those of us who find acupuncture to be a great help in lessening pain and... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/how_to_treat_your_migraines_yourself_with_acupressure.php Acupuncture and Migraine is a sophisticated medicine for a complicated disease. Acupuncture is good not only for the headache, but for the various types of migraine auras, AND for preventing migraines. Also, you can use the points I'll suggest below to give yourself acupressure at home for free! Acupuncture and migraine treatment, like all acupuncture, is based on the principles and theories of Chinese medicine. From a Chinese Medicine perspective, the causes are emotional excesses (stress, long-term emotional disturbance, even just long-term frustration!), dietary imbalance (too much of the wrong foods and too little of the right ones), and the deficiencies inherent in the aging process... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/treat_carpal_tunnel_syndrome_with_acupuncture.php Acupuncture is the only treatment that reduces Carpal Tunnel syndrome effectively within minimum time. Carpal tunnel syndrome [CTS] is a natural injury caused by a sudden pinched nerve in the wrist. This often results into growing pain and numbness in the index fingers, middle fingers and weakness of the thumb. The very disease “carpal tunnel syndrome” derives its name from organs called “carpals” in the hand that forms a tunnel in the body through which the nerve leads on to the extended hands. Carpal tunnel syndrome explanations suggest that numbness in the thumbs and the first two fingers results from a disorder caused in the median nerve. Sometimes due to some natural obstacles, the... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/the_latest_quit_smoking_help_methods.php There are numerous different smoking cessation methods that you can use to eliminate smoking from your being. From ordinary methods to alternative medicines, there are many ways to stop smoking. Nonetheless, even the best quit smoking ways are fruitless if you are not ready to discontinue. Once you have made the resolution that quit smoking help is for you, you will be well on your way to healthier and more energetic lifestyle. Accept the challenges, so that you may feel the exhilaration of victory. General George S Patton Ways to Quit Smoking One of the newest quit smoking aids accessible is the quit smoking help laser treatment. Laser quit smoking help care involves placing a beam of... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/lowering_the_blood_pressure_with_the_help_of_acupuncture.php Doctors and scientists from the Irvine university of California have recently discovered a new method of lowering blood pressure. This method is based on electroacupuncture, which seems to have a significant effect in lowering blood pressure. The method has been tested on rats, by inducing low electric stimulation at the front of their legs, and their blood's pressure after the treatment was 40 percent lower than before(their blood pressure had been artificially increased before). This opens new doors for hypertension treatment, maybe it will even replace the traditional medical treatments with this ancient method. These are all the methods that were tested : Needles were inserted... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/treating_aids_with_acupuncture_and_herbs.php AIDS Symptoms and Related Diseases AIDS has many different kinds of symptoms. The average time between HIV infection and the manifestation of symptoms is 10 years. Then a combination of non-specific symptoms show up. Symptoms can be subgrouped (these are symptoms from all stages of AIDS): 1. Systemic Symptoms: Fever, dehydration, night sweats, weight loss (but losing more muscle than fat), low or no appetite, nausea, vomiting (these lead to wt loss), malabsorption, diarrhea from infection/parasites, and/or increased metabolic rate. 2. Sinopulmonary Disease: Pneumocystis pneumonia, other infectious pulmary disease, noninfectious pulmonary disease, sinusitis. 3. Central Nervous System... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/the_most_common_headache_of_all_tension_headache.php Are you a thirty five year old woman? Then I’m afraid you’re a prime candidate for a tension headache. Quick facts about tension headaches They are the most common type of headache Occur more in women (90%) than men (70%) Most common in 30 – 39 year olds Usually develop in the morning and get worse as the day goes on Often described as a tight band around the head Can also cause pain at the bottom of your skull and the back of your neck Episodic or Chronic? Episodic tension headaches are the ones that most people suffer from. The strict definition is that they occur on less than 15 days a month. They are usually short-lived, lasting from a few... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/treating_neck_and_back_injuries.php Many people experience neck and back injuries on a frequent basis. Either from work related injuries or from just moving the wrong way. Your neck and back are easy to injure. There are many pills that you will be prescribed to relieve the pain. But these pills do not fix the problem, they only dull the pain for a small period of time. More frequently, alternative treatments are being used to cure these injuries. Injuries of the neck and back can be some of the more painful injuries and you will find yourself debilitated for that period of time while waiting for your pills to work. This is no way to live. Alternative treatments are very reliable in this field and will fix your injury and... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_as_tinnitus_treatment.php Tinnitus can be considered as a widespread disease. Millions of people worldwide suffer in tinnitus. In Germany, for example, it is assumed that at least three million people suffer in this annoying and sometimes even dangerous disease. But what is tinnitus? – Tinnitus is defined in medicine as ringing or buzzing in the ears. The sounds, which only patients can hear, can have a lot of different forms like high-frequency ringing or low–frequency buzzing. All kind of noises are imaginable. For people, who suffer in tinnitus, this is of course often very bothering and affects the person’s life considerably. Causes for tinnitus are very manifold. Mostly tinnitus is caused by an extreme... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_weight_loss_fact_or_fantasy.php I remember back in my senior year of high school - my best friend since 5th grade was living in France. He wrote that they didn't like Americans much. "They think we're all fat," he said. With his own skinny frame, of course, he confounded their belief. But, he added a funny, or perhaps ironic capstone to the issue. "I went to a store, and they were selling statues of these fat people, and, at the base of each one was written, 'American.'" Obesity is not only an American problem. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it's a global problem. They call it globesity. Parodoxically, their understanding of this problem began with their original mission to eliminate hunger and... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/quit_smoking_tip_how_to_manage_cravings_with_herbs.php One of the difficulties in trying to quit smoking is that smokers become physically dependant on nicotine. Smoking affects the parts of the brain that relate to reward and pleasure. It increases the amount of the neurotransmitter, dopamine, and the nature of nicotine is that it creates a cycle of positive reinforcement within your brain that makes you want more. Scientists have found that when you withdraw from chronic nicotine use, it results in changes in these neural pleasure pathways. And the effect on the brain is similar to what someone addicted to cocaine, opiates and other drugs experiences. Hence, depression and anxiety are common. Fortunately, some resourceful... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/qutting_smoking_ways_to_stop.php There are numerous ways that people use to stop smoking. People do actually succeed in stopping smoking but the same method of stopping does not work for everyone and sometimes the same method may finally work only after a second or third attempt at it is tried. The most popular methods used to quit smoking and not in any particular order are: - 1) Will power 2) Cutting down 3) Hypnosis 4) Patches, Gum, Lozenges 5) False Cigarette 6) Zyban 7) Acupuncture 8) Shock event There is no doubt that each of these methods has been successful in helping someone to stop smoking. The work in slightly different ways to each other and I will attempt to describe each method and in my opinion the pros... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_and_back_pain.php Research carried out in 2002 indicated that almost 80% of the world's population would suffer from some kind of back pain with lower back pain being the most common type. In addition to the high rate of incidence, back pain is also known to have a high rate of recurrence in patients. With patients trying everything from over the counter painkillers to physiotherapy to gain relief from back pain, Acupuncture comes as a welcome change. Acupuncture is a natural method of treatment that involves no chemicals or surgery. Thin stainless steel needles are inserted into the body at various acupuncture points to stimulate the free flow of Chi or life force through the body. Free... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupressure_s_sweet_spot_how_to_get_a_rush_without_the_sugar.php The Highs & Lows of using Sugar for Energy Soon after a sugar fix you start buzzing with energy, but it's a short lived boost that soon swings sharply the other way with an energy slump. If you address that slump by eating or drinking something else high in sugar, you'll get that energy rush again, followed by another slump. Using sugar for energy gives sporadic results at best, but there are health dangers too. Diabetes II is an ever increasing risk in a world where we're rushing to get more done and fighting daily battles with stress and fatigue. Sugar increases insulin levels and raises blood triglycerides which increases the risk of developing late onset Diabetes. Acupressure... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_questions_and_answers_with_an_expert.php Questions and Answers about Acupuncture In April 2003, I was interviewed by Anupam Sharma, a journalist with the magazine from India, Fourth Dimension, which reaches 171,000 readers monthly both there and abroad. I thought you’d like to read it, because I answered a lot of the commonly asked questions about acupuncture that I haven’t written about on the Pulse of Oriental Medicine (PulseMed.org), and because you probably won’t be able to get that magazine. Anupam Sharma (AS): Dr. Brian Carter, Thank you for the prompt reply and agreeing to do this interview. Tell me, doctor, how does Acupuncture work? Please explain the science behind this traditional method of healing Brian B. Carter... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/plastic_acupuncture.php Plastic Acupuncture, abbreviated as (P.Ac) is not really a new development. Traditional Chinese Medicine has used it tools and talents for thousands of years for cosmetic purposes. In China’s ancient past, procedures which involved a cosmetic change were available only to the very wealthy, probably members to the imperial family. Commoners would not have had access to either the funds or experts. The ancient method was born from the union of three Traditional Chinese Medicine specialties: TCM Surgery, TCM Cosmetology and TCM Dermatology. The modern applied technology was developed in a hospital environment in Beijing, China. It was discovered while Doctors were treating patients... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/curing_addiction_with_acupuncture.php Although acupuncture and Oriental medicine have made great strides in the past few decades, it continues to face obstacles from other health professionals and policy makers, in part because of a lack of randomized, controlled trials that prove its effectiveness. Everyone claims addiction is a major problem in this country. The jails are crowded with addicts. Addiction, either directly or indirectly, costs untold millions (and possibly billions) of dollars in every area of life: poor health; lost productivity; crime; accidents; and so on. Addiction is a state of mind. Addictive thinking is so pervasive in our country that we tend to lose perspective, and substance dependence merely marks... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/herbs_for_addiction_withdrawal.php Help! I'm Addicted to the Painkillers I Bought Online! Q: Hi. I am definitely addicted to tramadol (Ultram). I have tried to stop the drug several times, but the withdrawal symptoms are so unbearable (depression; diarrhea; lethargy; sweats; aching body much more worse than ever before taking the drug, especially upon wakng up in the morning; irritability; increase in tremor), that I get through a day or two and then I know that just "one" will take the withdrawal symptoms away, so back on the drug again!!! I know I am addicted (been buying the drug over the net from Thailand). I started taking the drug for aches and pains because it was "non-narcotic" and "non-habit forming - yeah... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/why_put_up_with_back_pain_visit_a_chiropractor.php If you’ve ever pulled a muscle in your back, or put a rib out of place, you’ll know how irritating and painful it can be. But did you know that, if left untreated, a back injury can cause permanent damage? Often, when someone pulls a muscle or injures their back in some way, they will go to the drugstore or the doctor and pick up some medication. Now, there may not be anything wrong with taking medication to help numb the pain, but medication on its own will not fix the problem. That’s why, on the back of the bottle, it will say, “Take no more than 4 or 6 pills in a 24-hour period”; because the pharmaceutical company knows the medication will wear off and you will need to take more! The... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/eft_emotional_freedom_techniques_what_is_it.php EFT - Emotional Freedom Techniques was developed by Gary Craig. He, attended a course on TFT - Thought Field Therapy (Dr. Roger Callaghan) and wanted to simply what he discovered to make the process as easy as possible to use but without detracting from its effectiveness. What is EFT? EFT is a technique which involves the stimulation of various acupuncture points whilst connecting to (thinking or talking about) the issue that the person wants to resolve. In order to understand the principals beyond EFT it is useful to start off with an understanding of acupuncture. Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years in China as a method of helping people overcome physical, psychological... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/wellness_terminology.php There are many words today associated with wellness. Many of those terms are new for readers, and some of the terms are interchangeable between fitness, wellness, and health. So let's take a minute to explain some of the terms you may see from time to time. Wellness itself is defined as the condition of good physical and mental health, especially when maintained by proper diet, exercise, and habits. Meditation, an exercise recommended for everyone, but especially those of use with hectic, stressful lifestyles, is defined as an engagement in contemplation, especially of a spiritual or devotional nature. Meditation has been shown to be an effective method of lowering blood... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/stop_smoking_with_eft.php You probably know someone who has successfully quit smoking with hypnotherapy or hypnosis. But how about EFT? As a hypnotherapist with 5 years' experience helping others quit, I can see a future when EFT will be the mothod of choice. So why EFT and what is so special about it? EFT is short for Emotional Freedom Techniques. It involves gently massaging certain acupressure points whilst repeating phrases designed to free you from a bad feeling. In this case, the bad feeling would be the smoking craving. Hence the "Freedom" part of the name. Whether smoking cravings are purely emotional or not is subject to debate. I have certainly pushed the boundaries of this method for many... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/the_mind_body_and_soul_interconnectivity.php The practice of chiropractic care focuses on the relationship between your spine and your nervous system. The spine is the structure, and the nervous system is the function. Chiropractic believes these two systems work in unison to keep and then restore your body's health. The word "chiropractic" is taken from Greek, and means "done by hand". This is exactly how chiropractic care works. The chiropractor uses his or her hands to manipulate your body, and help it to heal itself. It is the branch of the health sciences which focuses on the neuromusculoskeletal system. That's a very big word to simply say how your spine and nervous system work together. The spine is the... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/detox_or_detoxification_you_will_benefit.php Detoxification refers to the removal of toxic substance from human body by various methods. Detoxification takes place through various organs of the human body like lungs, liver, kidney and skin. Detoxification is also done by artificial methods like dialysis, acupuncture detoxification and chelation therapy. Alternative medicine therapies like detox diets also claim to detoxify the human body. The function of the liver, lungs, kidney and skin is to remove any harmful substance from the blood stream. Lungs detoxify by exhaling. Liver breaks down the toxins into smaller compounds that are then cleaned by the skin and the kidneys. Chelation Therapy uses chelating agents to remove metal... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/complementary_therapy_the_route_to_better_back_health.php Find Out How to Reduce and Eliminate Chronic Back Pain Using Non-Traditional Therapy Complementary therapy is concerned with health and wellness from a mind, body and spirit approach. As a past sufferer of back pain resulting from injury and a congenital disorder, I understand how challenging it can be to live with back pain. The GOOD news is you don*t have to. Studies actually suggest that most chronic back pain can be relieved in just six short weeks. Among the essential strategies for eliminating back pain include exercise and movement. A progressive exercise program that incorporates stretching and balance can help reduce and even eliminate back pain. When an exercise... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/what_is_acupuncture.php Acupuncture and other forms of traditional Chinese medicine have been around for more than 4,000 years. Yet the explanation for how acupuncture-and Chinese medicine as a whole-works has long been a mystery, if not an object of mockery, for most Western doctors. The basic theory is outlined in a text from 200 B.C., attributed to the Yellow Emperor (a mythical ruler). In brief, it recognizes in people and in nature a vital energy or life force known as qi (pronounced chee). Qi is the source of movements ranging from voluntary muscle action to blood flow; it protects the body from external influences, and it generates warmth. Qi flows through the body and to the organs by way of an extensive... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/shamanic_healing.php Shamanic healing is one of the vast numbers of healing modalities available for us to experience today. Like acupuncture its roots are in the mists of time and like acupuncture it works with unseen energy. Acupuncture is usually associated with the East, while there have been shamanic healers for thousands of years in tribal communities all around the world. There are also many contemporary practitioners of this ancient healing art. Traditionally a shaman was someone who was able to communicate with the spirits and visit other realities with their own spirit allies. This is still the case in modern shamanism. A shamanic practitioner will use a drum or rattle to access an altered state of... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/what_to_do_when_you_encounter_back_pain.php “Ouch– my back hurts,” you moan, reaching for your sore, pinched, or strained backside. This is an all-too common scenario for many of us. More than 65 million Americans suffer from back pain every year. It is the most frequent complaint from people seeking medical care. Advances in medicine have created many treatment options for people seeking back pain relief. Alternative treatments have increased in number and availability as well. However, there is still no “miracle cure” able to rid the world of back pain once and for all. Since the intensity, causes and specific conditions vary with each patient, you need to discuss treatment options with a health care professional in... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/does_natural_pain_relief_really_exist.php Everyone will suffer pain at some point in their lives. Grim as this may sound, some pain is necessary – it’s a signal from our brain that something is wrong in our body, something we need to address to protect our health and well-being. It can be caused by anything from a dental cavity to a broken bone to a disease. Once we determine where the pain is coming from, we can diagnose and address the health problem, thus alleviating the pain. Sometimes, however, pain isn’t done away with so easily – it remains with us despite all efforts to banish it. This is called ‘chronic’ pain, distinguishable from ‘acute’ pain by its persistence. Common examples of chronic pain include backaches,... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/herbal_remedy_to_ease_nicotine_withdrawl.php One of the difficulties in trying to quit smoking is that smokers become physically dependant on nicotine. Smoking affects the parts of the brain that relate to reward and pleasure. It increases the amount of the neurotransmitter, dopamine, and the nature of nicotine is that it creates a cycle of positive reinforcement within your brain that makes you want more. Scientists have found that when you withdraw from chronic nicotine use, it results in changes in these neural pleasure pathways. And the effect on the brain is similar to what someone addicted to cocaine, opiates and other drugs experiences. Hence, depression and anxiety are common. Fortunately, some resourceful modern... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_weight_loss_with_5_step_plan.php I remember back in my senior year of high school - my best friend since 5th grade was living in France. He wrote that they didn't like Americans much. "They think we're all fat," he said. With his own skinny frame, of course, he confounded their belief. But, he added a funny, or perhaps ironic capstone to the issue. "I went to a store, and they were selling statues of these fat people, and, at the base of each one was written, 'American.'" Obesity is not only an American problem. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it's a global problem. They call it globesity. Parodoxically, their understanding of this problem began with their original mission to eliminate hunger and... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/fitness_terminology.php There are many words today associated with fitness. Many of those terms are new for readers, and some of the terms are interchangeable between fitness, wellness, and health. So let's take a minute to explain some of the terms you may see from time to time. Fitness is defined differently from different sources, but the overall meaning of fitness is our ability to function with vigor and alertness throughout the course of our day to day responsibilities. Fitness refers to the condition of our physical body and mental fitness would of course be addressing our mental state. Often we will join and participate in fitness centers that provide personal trainers, and stationary... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/high_blood_pressure_alternative_treatments.php In this article we're going to discuss some non traditional methods for treating high blood pressure. More and more people are turning to non traditional methods, at least in the western world, for treating not only their high blood pressure but many of the ailments that they suffer from. For those who prefer not to take drugs because of the side effects associated with them, there are alternatives. Modern medicine has yet to prove or disprove that these methods work but the people who use them say that they find they at least feel better from them, even if their blood pressure doesn't go down or only goes down a little. One of these is the use of yoga. Supposedly, yoga is a... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/the_writer_as_activist.php THE WRITER AS ACTIVIST: Eric Shapiro Elaborates on Alternative Mental Health. Almost two years ago, before the release of my first book, "Short of a Picnic," I began writing nonfiction Internet essays that, like the book itself, deal with mental health. I say "deal" with mental health instead of "dealt" with mental health because these essays, five or six of them altogether, continue to be read. I know that people still read them because some folks e-mail me about them, sharing their personal stories and requesting elaboration on my part. In addition, the pieces have appeared in various places without my prompting, which means not only are they alive, they are multiplying. "Short of a... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/experience_arthritis_relief_with_a_natural_twist.php If you find your joints stiff and your mobility limited, try seeking arthritis relief with a natural twist. Eastern medicine is quite popular these days and many sufferers are seeking other methods of treating this often-debilitating disease. Instead of consuming expensive and unnatural pharmaceuticals that may interact with other medications prescribed by your doctor, think outside of the box when it comes to your arthritis treatment! Look into other motives of treatment, including diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes that are capable of changing your body as well as your quality of life. Arthritis relief with natural herbs, vitamins, and remedies can be the light at the end of your... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/moxibustion_works_well_with_acupuncture.php Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical technique for unblocking qi (the energy that allegedly permeates all things) by inserting disposable needles at particular points on the body to balance the opposing forces of yin and yang. When yin and yang are in harmony, qi flows freely within the body and a person is healthy. When a person is sick, diseased, or injured, there is an obstruction of qi along one of the meridians. Traditional Chinese Medicine has identified some 2,000 specific points where needles are to be inserted for specific effects. What does acupuncture feel like? Do the needles hurt? People experience acupuncture differently, but most feel minimal or no pain as the... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/recovering_from_stroke_with_acupuncture.php Q: I had a stroke 7 years ago. It was due to a blood clot in the brain. I am making a good recovery, but I am curious to know if acupuncture would benefit me. Tim A: Tim, the best time to get acupuncture for stroke is immediately afterwards - ideally while still in the hospital, if the docs will allow it. Seven years is a long time to wait for acupuncture. But it still may help you… You won't know unless you try it. Scalp Acupuncture Usually scalp style acupuncture is used for stroke. Needles are "threaded" along the scalp underneath the skin. There are at least three different scalp systems (Dr. Jiao Shun Fa's original style from the 1970s, Dr. Zhu's, and Dr. Yamamoto's styles). Call... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/alternative_medicine_a_few_examples.php Alternative medicines are considered to be new age products. Ancient oriental traditional medicine blended with rudiments of the scholastic medicine of our western world seem to have proven it's own right. Just look how many people are searching for these alternative treatment methods. We're going to take a look at a few of them here. Acupuncture The use of acupuncture dates back more than 2,000 years. This is a traditional medicine used in Japan, China, and other Eastern countries. The use of acupuncture is beneficial in that it stimulates areas of the body that have a direct correlation to internal organs. By placing fine needles into specific points, the body is encouraged to... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/alternative_ways_to_help_quit_smoking.php The methods used to help a person quit smoking are as varied as smokers themselves. Some people find that they can quit smoking just by will power alone, going cold turkey and butting out forever. Others may find that in order to stop smoking they may have to enlist the help of others in the form of a support group or other network. Others turn to methods such as the patch or some types of chewing gum. As cultures begin to merge, however, there are more and more medical practices that have previously been unknown to Western science that may have many benefits to those who wish to stop smoking. Some of these alternative methods are discussed in this article. Acupuncture:... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/back_pain_and_alternative_solutions_like_acupuncture_and_chirprocatic.php by: Deron Van I started having back pains a few years ago. The kind that shoot down your leg and make it difficult to walk. The doctors first tried physical therapy and I tried some Chiropractors on my own and nothing seemed to help. I would have occasional relief, but it always seemed to come back. The next thing the doctors did was send me for an MRI. This showed that I had a herniated disc between the L4 and L5 vertebrae. Their first solution was to inject cortisone into my spine and that's when I started looking for alternatives. I had heard that many people would get these injections that would cover up the pain for a while but then later on they would end up... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_nyc_to_help_you_stay_fit_and_healthy.php Is chronic pain making life difficult for you? Well have you tried the alternative medical form of treatment, acupuncture? Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing method that can heal people suffering from different types of clinical and medical conditions including different kinds of chronic pain. The treatment process of acupuncture involves the piercing of needles in particular trigger points through the skin to your body. Acupuncture in NYC is provided my many acupuncture practitioners who are certified acupuncture practitioners. All you need to do for getting relief from your condition is to find a good practitioner who will treat you. Earlier acupuncture was widely practiced in... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/natural_remedies_for_arthritis.php There is no known cure for the pain that arthritis sufferers experience, although it is possible to obtain medicine that may serve to lessen the painful symptoms. Some individuals are beginning to seek alternative sources that are available naturally to lessen the painful symptoms of arthritis, although this by no means should lead to a rejection of a doctor’s recommendations when it comes to prescriptions. It is essential to be aware of any potential side effects or reactions that are possible with any medication, including the natural kind. Some prescriptions incorporate natural remedies themselves, although thes are mostly available outside of the United States. A combination in the... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/you_might_just_feel_a_bit_of_a_prick.php ...but that sensation won't last too long! People are surprised to find that acupuncture is relatively painless. Whilst the needle is penetrating the skin, there could be in a slight sensation of pain, but this is not usual. Sometimes, but not often, there could be an electric, "shooting" sensation if a nerve is hit. Sometimes, a sharp sensation if the needle is in the vicinity of a vein, or artery. If this happens there is the possibility of a small bruise in the adjacent area, but this is really of little consequence, compared with the many attributes and advantages of acupuncture. One of the reasons for lack of pain, is because our needles are very fine, only about... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_studies.php Acupuncture studies are indeed one of the fastest growing academic disciplines. Today, there are ample educational opportunities in which students and practitioners alike may participate. For starters, adult learners that are interested in attaining their Master's in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine should know that this course is quite compelling and comprehensive in nature. Acupuncture studies and coursework will include an in-depth curriculum centered on fundamental aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine. While enrolled at an acupuncture college or school, students will engage in wide-ranging acupuncture studies designed to prepare students with vital skills necessary for becoming a... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/what_exactly_is_acupuncture.php Acupuncture originated in China more than 2,000 years ago, making it one of the oldest and most commonly used medical procedures in the world. Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used medical procedures in the world. Originating in China more than 2,000 years ago, acupuncture began to become better known in the United States in 1971, when New York Times reporter James Reston wrote about how doctors in China used needles to ease his pain after surgery. The acupuncture technique that has been most studied scientifically involves penetrating the skin with thin, solid, metallic needles that are manipulated by the hands or by electrical stimulation. The classical Chinese... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/what_disorders_can_acupuncture_treat_and_how_does_it_work.php How did acupuncture start? The story was met with widespread disbelief. During a visit to China in 1978, cardiologist Doctor Isadore Rosenfeld witnessed open-heart surgery on a patient, anaesthetised only with acupuncture. A major operation and the patient was awake! Nothing like it had ever been seen before in the west. But acupuncture is over 5000 years old. There is evidence that it was practiced by the ancient Egyptians. South African tribesmen scratched their bodies to cure disease and the Eskimos used a simple form of acupuncture. In ancient China the Yellow Emperor's bible on internal medicine talks about the importance of acupuncture for curing disease and restoring health. ... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/weight_loss_with_acupuncture_can_acupuncture_help_you_lose_weight.php In recent years, more and more people are trying out acupuncture to lose weight. Just what is acupuncture? How can acupuncture treatment help you lose weight? Acupuncture is a branch of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and has been around for about 5,000 years. It is the practice of inserting very thin needles to stimulate pathways or meridians in the body to treat many illnesses and diseases especially to relieve pain from chronic disorders. Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners or TCM physicians claim that acupuncture can help you to lose body fat by making you feel full and so will eat less. This curbs excess caloric consumption in the patient treated with... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/the_porcupine_diet_acupuncture_for_weight_loss.php If you have tried all the fad diets with little success, why not try something that has worked for a couple of thousand years, acupuncture for weight loss. You might disagree, but hear me out on this; if the same old stuff isn't working, why not try something new that pushes the envelope a bit. Acupuncture for weight loss? Lose weight...yes, get stuck with needles, I didn't think so...until I did some research. (I made up the name porcupine diet when I was being a wiseguy and showing my contempt before investigation). With origins from China, acupuncture is one of the oldest and most commonly used medical procedures in the world. If you are looking for an alternative... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/the_health_benefits_of_acupuncture.php The Chinese Art of Acupuncture The ancient Chinese medicinal art of Acupuncture has an important place in alternative healing even today. The proponents of acupuncture rave about the benefits and efficacy of receiving acupuncture treatment sessions. There are also many studies that have substantiated some of the positive effects of acupuncture treatments on patients. Acupuncture involves positioning long, thin needles on various points on the body. There are different techniques to the insertion of the needles, including care for the angles at which they are inserted, different types of needles (there are nine, but most practitioners only use six types of the needles), and various... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/the_healing_powers_of_acupuncture.php Acupuncture The word "Acupuncture" is created from 2 Latin words "acus" which means 'needle' and "punctura" which means 'to penetrate'. The word "acupuncture" so means, "to penetrate with a needle". Acupuncture, a form of alternative medicine is known to have originated from China. It finds mention in a book 'Neiching' in the year 2700 B.C. The book indicates that acupuncture was widely practiced in China much prior to the time it was written. Various varieties of gold and silver acupuncture needles were detected in the tomb of Prince Liu Sheng who died around 200 B.C. Pien Chueh, famous physician in 400BC helped spread this stream across the whole country. In... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/the_benefits_of_acupuncture_school.php One of the oldest forms of oriental medicine is acupuncture, a technique of inserting needles into some parts in the body. Those specific locations where the needles are inserted are called as “acupoints” or “tsubo.” Inserting a needle into each of these locations in the body is believed and is proven by many—both of early years and the present—to be an effective means of restoring well-being. With acupuncture’s more than 3000-year history, it’s hard to negate its healing or therapeutic effects. And thus, even up to this day, a lot of people support this traditional medicinal practice. Acupuncture schools are also becoming more prevalent now more than ever and many are interested in... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/suffering_from_osteoarthritis_acupuncture_to_the_rescue.php Keeping in tune with our commitment to providing the latest, medical breakthroughs, I recently had the rare pleasure of speaking with Professor Jorge Vas Ruiz , (Subdirector of the Master University of Acupuncture, ACMAS Huangdi located in Sevilla, Spain) regarding acupuncture's effectiveness on osteoarthritis of the knee. For over 8 years, Professor Ruiz and his team of elite professors have investigated the effectiveness of Acupuncture treatment. In the past two years, his work focused on a trial of 40 patients whereby acupuncture and relative therapies were applied. The discoveries were that Acupuncture Techniques relatively proceeded to exceedingly heighten internal healing... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/stop_those_awful_pains_with_acupuncture.php Acupuncture provides miraculous healing of those awful body pains that antibiotics and medicines otherwise fail to reduce. Whether you are suffering from back pain, arthritis, joint pains, or severe migraine/headache, acupuncture has a whole new world of remedies for your intense suffering. How does acupuncture work to heal body pains? Acupuncture means inserting needles into the skin at precise points to let pent-up energy start flowing within your body. The theory originated in China and specifies about an essential life energy “qi” [pronounced as chi] that flows through the body along invisible channels called meridians. It is assumed that when energy gets conjured up in certain points... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/lowering_blood_pressure_using_acupuncture.php Acupuncture is here for long time. Its authenticity is still a debatable issue. But the recent study that the acupuncture can dramatically lower blood pressure. According to this study, when low level of electrical stimulation was given at specific points on the front legs of rats lower the elevation in blood pressure. This study provides a setting stage for large-scale trails on humans and another option for healthcare practitioner treating high blood pressure patients. This study proves that acupuncture can be an excellent complements to other medical treatments, especially those treating high blood pressure problems. This study cans convince the so far unconvinced Weston world that... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/is_acupuncture_a_benefit_for_your_health.php Before we begin a discussion about the benefits of acupuncture, let's talk about the origins of acupuncture. It was first used in China over 2000 years ago, and is one of the oldest medical procedures in the world. It is a family of procedures that stimulates the anatomy of the body and helps to balance the energy flow throughout the body. It is this kind of acupuncture that is practiced in the United Sates today, through the use of tiny, metallic needles placed in affected areas and manipulated by hand or by electrical stimulation. Acupuncture is the basic foundation for Traditional Chinese Medicine and is based on the belief that there are two opposing and... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/instantly_quit_smoking_with_acupuncture.php Acupuncture is a highly effective quit smoking method for all, and specially for those people who had been unsuccessful with other methods to stop smoking. People who go for acupuncture treatments are usually keen on quit smoking beliefs. Although they have failed with all previous programs, this 3500 years old Chinese remedy promises quick relief from chronic smoking habits. Acupuncture works most effectively on human body to reduce chronic smoking habits Acupuncture is based on the belief that “chi”, a vital energy force flows through 12 key channels around the body. Within these channels, there are at least 365 acupuncture points, which can sometimes get blocked preventing the smooth... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/how_traditional_chinese_medicine_acupuncture_enhances_fertility.php Article: How Traditional Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture) Enhances Fertility Robin Hays, L.Ac., O.M.D., China; http://www.FertilityAcupuncturist.com Nancy Rakela, L.Ac., O.M.D., China; http://www.NancyRakela.com TCM describes the female reproductive system as a network of energy systems. Each energy system has complementary organs and hormonal responses. This network responds to stress, chemicals, lack of exercise, poor diet and excess emotions all of which can put the body 'out of balance'. A TCM practitioner will carefully determine the state of your imbalances and prescribe an individualized program of herbs, acupuncture and diet to help you create the... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/how_come_acupuncture_brings_perfect_results_for_all.php Acupuncture is the gentle insertion of extremely fine needles at specific points of the body. The theory behind acupuncture is that there are two thousand energy points on the body that are connected by twenty pathways [meridians] running throughout the length of the body. These pathways conduct flow of energy called “qi” or “chi”, meaning life force. Blockage of energy in any of these points can cause pain in the body. Acupuncture serves to clear any type of energy blockage in any of the pathways and thus reduce pain effectively. Treatments offered by acupuncture schools All the diseases prevalent in human body are the result of energy blockage in the pathways. So when these blockage... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/health_a_look_into_acupuncture.php A Look into Acupuncture Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years helping millions of people each year. Acupuncture can help people reach optimal health in a variety of ways. While some benefits have been proven by western medicine others are still being tested. However acupuncture has an excellent reputation and you just have to talk to people that have had acupuncture to realize that it can be a great help with several ailments. Here are a few tips on acupuncture. Acupuncture is for the treatment of a variety of different ailments from muscle aches, to stiffness to internal organs. There are plenty of ailments that an acupuncturist can help you with.... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/five_questions_you_have_to_ask_your_acupuncturist.php Acupuncture works! But your experience with acupuncture will depend largely on the acupuncture provider that you choose. You want to find an acupuncturist that best suits your needs. If you like and trust your practitioner, your encounter with acupuncture will be more positive. You will also want to know about the acupuncturists training and experience and what to expect from the acupuncture treatment. The clearer you are about who it is that is treating you and exactly what the treatment entails, the more you will be able to relax during the acupuncture session and benefit from this ancient form of health care. Determine your goals Do you have a specific injury or complaint or do... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/does_fda_approve_acupuncture.php Among the major assumptions in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) are that health is achieved by maintaining the body in a "balanced state" and that disease is due to an internal imbalance of yin and yang. This imbalance leads to blockage in the flow of qi (vital energy) along pathways known as meridians. It is believed that there are 12 main meridians and 8 secondary meridians and that there are more than 2,000 acupuncture points on the human body that connect with them. Acupuncture describes a family of procedures involving stimulation of anatomical locations on the skin by a variety of techniques. There are a variety of approaches to diagnosis and treatment in American acupuncture that... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/does_acupuncture_really_work_the_way_it_should.php Acupuncture therapy for stroke-caused conditions such as paralysis, speech and swallowing problems, and depression is commonly used in the Orient. In China and Japan, an acupuncturist is likely to start therapy as soon as possible after a stroke. However, my recommendation is a delay of 2 weeks before acupuncture for strokes caused by bleeding in the brain, 10 to 20% of strokes (instead of the usual blood vessel block or clot). The wait is due to studies showing that acupuncture opens blood vessels for better flow and decreases clotting and inflammation. These effects are desired early when arteries are blocked, but after a stroke caused by bleeding has occurred, it is safer to wait until... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/does_acupuncture_hurt.php I understand the fear of needles. What most people are familiar with is the hypodermic needle of western medicine. They use it to draw blood or inject fluids, so they have to be hollow, and as a result are much bigger than our needles. Ours are solid, and much, much thinner. In fact, they are only about twice the thickness of hair. It's probably more accurate to describe them as filaments, but needles are the usual word. When I show them to new patients, and demonstrate how easily you can bend them, they say, "how can you make this go straight?" That's just one of the skills of the acupuncturist we learn in school. I actually was able to get through a leather shoe with a 34 gauge needle... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/do_people_still_use_acupuncture.php Acupuncture; the most widely known alternative medicine treatment, has been the primary method of treatment in China for over 5000 years. Other countries are slowly catching on and are applying this technique, like China, for the treatment of almost all medical ailments known to mankind. Acupuncture treatment ranges from relieving pain to giving anesthesia to patients. It is probably the best treatment known till this day without any side effects to our bodies. People following Chinese method of treatment, especially acupuncture, guarantees a long and healthy life. The older and probably one of the first few acupuncture transcripts was found back in 200 BC. The collection of these medical... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/can_acupuncture_cure_me.php Acupuncture has been used by millions of American patients and performed by thousands of physicians, dentists, acupuncturists, and other practitioners for relief or prevention of pain and for a variety of health conditions. After reviewing the existing body of knowledge, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently removed acupuncture needles from the category of "experimental medical devices" and now regulates them just as it does other devices, such as surgical scalpels and hypodermic syringes, under good manufacturing practices and single-use standards of sterility. Over the years, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has funded a variety of research projects on acupuncture,... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/arthritis_pain_relief_with_acupuncture.php Arthritis pain has never been easy to treat and arthritis symptoms have often been managed by the use of possibly toxic or unpalatable arthritis medication. Acupuncture can result in powerful arthritis pain relief and it can provide an alternative arthritis remedy for many pain sufferers. Arthritis treatment by acupuncture is described below. Arthritis pain relief with acupuncture - what is acupuncture? Acupuncture has been used for arthritis pain relief in traditional Chinese medicine for many thousands of years. It has recently become a widely used technique in western medicine – both by doctors and others. Acupuncture claims good results in the treatment of arthritis pain.... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/are_acupuncture_ear_staples_for_weight_loss_worth_it.php You may want to find out about acupuncture ear staples for weight loss before you get it done. Losing weight can be one of the most important things that you ever do but if not done correctly acupuncture ear staples for weight loss can cause some pretty serious problems. There have been many patients who have reported serious infection and scarring due to this procedure but on the whole the occurrence is rare. Not every practitioner of acupuncture ear staples for weight loss is approved for such things. Some of those who do acupuncture of any kind are not even licensed. If you are planning to get acupuncture ear staples for weight loss then you must find out what kind of credentials the... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/all_about_acupuncture_the_power_of_needles.php Acupuncture is a method that originated in China over 5000 years ago. It is a holistic practice that is based on the belief of releasing blocked energy or “chi” in living beings. These energy lines circulate through twelve invisible energy lines known as meridians of the body. Each meridian is associated with a different organ system in your body so the needle insertions in each of these meridians reduce the respective disease associated with that meridian point. What acupuncture can do? Usually people suffer from diseases when energy gets blocked in the meridians. When the needles are inserted into the specific points along the meridian lines, the balanced flow of energy is restored.... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_weight_loss_does_it_work.php Acupuncture for weight loss is a modern application of this ancient medical practice. This article reports on the conclusion of it's safety and effectiveness following an extensive examination of the published evidence. For the complete report, please visit the URL displayed in the author bio. Acupuncture Weight Loss -- Safety Acupuncture for losing weight is a safe practice when a dieter undergoes 1-3 sessions within 3 to 4 weeks of starting a traditional method of weight loss. Common side effects, rarely reported by dieters, include headache, nausea, and vertigo (losing balance). Severe adverse events, like neurological damage or death, have never occurred within 3 to 4 weeks... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_treatment_for_acne.php There are many different types of acne treatments available, and one that tends to go unnoticed is acupuncture treatment. Results can be varying when undergoing acupuncture treatment though. Many studies have been done on the subject, and the basic results seem to show that when acupuncture treatment is used, the best results are obtained when it is combined with another type of acne treatment. For instance, many studies have shown their highest success of acupuncture treatment for acne to be in those patients who also made lifestyle and diet changes, as well. There are many different reasons a doctor may recommend acupuncture treatment. Some patients can't, or don't want to, take... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_traditional_chinese_treatment.php Acupuncture forms part of traditional Chinese medicine. Included are Chinese herbalism, tai chi and chi kung. It is believed that traditional Chinese medicine originated around 2500BC and is one of the oldest forms of treatment. Acupuncture did not really become well known in Western countries until the 1950s, except for the few Chinese practitioners treating Chinese patients in those countries such as Britain. Today, even some orthodox physicians are trained in acupuncture and are incorporating it with western medicine and achieving great results. Acupuncture is centered on Tao philosophy, like the other forms of Chinese medicine. It is based on the philosophy that a vital energy... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_stop_smoking.php Acupuncture is an very old Chinese medical style. In essence, acupuncture means stimulating certain particles of the biped body in rule to archive specific outputs. The procedure includes penetrating the skin with thin needles. Acupuncture is used for various reasons – from stimulating the fertility of women to pain relief and osteoarthritis. Nowadays acupuncture stop smoking is a widely used practice that (according most who have tried it) gives very positive results. If you are eager to try acupuncture stop smoking programs, first you need to be sure you have found a licensed acupuncture practitioner. Your doctor should be able to hand over you to a know onions and experienced... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_on_migraine.php A SHAM version of acupuncture works just as well for treating migraine headaches as the real thing, and both fake and real acupuncture work better than no treatment at all, a new study has found. German researchers divided 302 migraine sufferers into three groups, the first receiving real acupuncture, the second fake and the third were told to wait for treatment. By this measure, real acupuncture succeeded with 51 per cent, and the sham procedure succeeded with 53 per cent, a statistically insignificant difference. Only 15 per cent of the waiting list group attained the 50 per cent reduction in headache days. The effectiveness of both the sham and the real acupuncture is about the same... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_needles.php Acupuncture, a procedure that invites healing through stimulation of anatomical locations on or in the skin, evolved out of Chinese medicine over 2500 years ago. There are a variety of approaches to diagnosis and treatment in American acupuncture that incorporates medical traditions from China, Japan, Korea, and other countries. The most studied mechanism of stimulation of acupuncture points employs penetration of the skin by thin needles, which are manipulated manually or by electrical stimulation. It is believed that the earliest acupuncture needles were sharp pieces of bone or flint called bian stones. Early acupuncture needles were made from iron, copper, bronze, and even... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_is_the_best_way_to_cure_diseases_hear_from_the_experts_themselves.php Over 15 million Americans have turned to Alternative Medicine, making it the complementary treatment of choice for Americans everywhere. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a wide variety of techniques to diagnose and treat many diseases by addressing the unique health conditions of each individual patient. It is a holistic medical system composed of several sophisticated techniques. According to Chinese medical theory, the presence of any pain or illness is an indication that the energy, which flows through the body, is weakened or obstructed. Acupuncture and Herbal medicine can alleviate pain and illness, relieve stress and strengthen your immune system. Acupuncture... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_for_weight_loss.php If you have tried all the fad diets with little success, why not try something that has worked for a couple of thousand years, acupuncture for weight loss. You might disagree, but hear me out on this; if the same old stuff isn't working, why not try something new that pushes the envelope a bit. Acupuncture for weight loss? Lose weight...yes, get stuck with needles, I didn't think so...until I did some research. (I made up the name porcupine diet when I was being a wiseguy and showing my contempt before investigation). With origins from China, acupuncture is one of the oldest and most commonly used medical procedures in the world. If you are looking for an alternative ... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_for_infertility_will_it_work_for_you.php Acupuncture for infertility promises miraculous cure even where modern scientific methods fail to work. Being a Chinese remedy, Acupuncture might conjure a feeling of dark rooms, hushed voices and incessant pains for pricking of needles. But it is not the case when you go to treat your infertility syndrome with acupuncture. It, on the other hand, promises complete relaxation and instant cure from infertility. Acupuncture is based on Chinese methods. The Chinese people believed that to remain healthy, energy should flow in a balanced way throughout your body. Whenever there is a blockage in the flow of that energy, inflammations will occur leading to severe pains and several types of... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_for_high_blood_pressure_a_new_treatment_that_works.php Since times immemorial, Acupuncture is a unique treatment for reducing high blood pressure in human beings. High blood pressure refers to a situation where blood starts exerting pressure against the walls of arteries, veins and also the chambers of the heart. Over a specified time period, this heavy rush of blood starts damaging the lining of the blood vessels. It can also lead to arteriosclerosis, meaning hardening of the arteries. Symptoms of high blood pressure High blood pressure symptoms are often acute in human beings. They include sudden dizziness, flushed faces, nervousness, severe headaches, restlessness, difficult breathing, nose bleeding, insomnia, intestinal complaints,... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_for_fibromyalgia_proven_and_painless.php As one of the leading alternative therapies, acupuncture involves the insertion of sterile needles into the skin. In acupuncture theory, the primary reason for pain and illness is congested energy (qi). Congested qi and its human repercussions are analogous to a heavy storm’s debris clogging a creek’s thoroughfare, preventing water flow downstream of the obstruction. To initiate qi’s unobstructed movement, acupuncture needles are strategically placed in the body. Acupuncturists aim to free any blocked qi (the most common cause of pain), which ensures optimal health. Used as a primary healthcare method for over 5,000 years, acupuncture has a lot to offer people suffering from fibromyalgia.... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_for_asthma_fact_or_fiction.php Acupuncture for asthma may sound like an odd combination. One is a common disease that affects approximately 20 million Americans; the other is a mysterious, esoteric, alternative medicine technique. Lots of people have asthma, but not many people have tried acupuncture. But if you are an asthma sufferer, it can seem at times that anything - even something as mysterious as acupuncture - is worth trying. Breathing is something that most us never think about. It's an unconscious process and unless we're ill, we easily get the oxygen we need. But for people with asthma, breathing is always on their minds. There is always the chance that an asthma attack will leave them gasping for air.... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_fast_escape_from_infertility.php Primarily a Chinese remedy, acupuncture is a complementary modern treatment that cures infertility problems in both men and women. Acupuncture for infertility is most effective for those people who are suffering from problems like irregular ovulation, or blockage in the sperm ducts. Acupuncture works in a way different from all types of typical medicines Acupuncture fertility works in this way. Often there are obstructed movements in the meridians that run throughout the length of the body. These obstructed movements cause swelling up of energy in some parts of reproductive organs while others get deprived from such energy conjures. Acupuncture works by placing needles on these blocked... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_eases_tension_headache_pain.php Copyright 2005 Daily News Central The ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture has proven to be an effective treatment for tension headache. It not only relieves pain, but also cuts rates of recurrence by almost half, a recent study indicates. Traditional Chinese acupuncture therapy involves insertion of needles up to 3 inches deep into the body at prescribed acupuncture points, according to licensed acupuncturist Rong Zeng of the New York Good Health Clinic in Manhattan. However, a new, randomized blind study in Germany involving 270 patients with a similar severity of tension headache has shown that a minimal course of acupuncture works almost as well as the traditional method. ... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_during_pregnancy.php Acupuncture is the ancient Chinese method of using tiny needles to stimulate specific areas or "meridians" of the body and to rebalance the body's energy, or chi. Because acupuncture is especially effective for chronic conditions, many pregnant women are turning to acupuncture to provide drug-free relief from many of the unpleasant symptoms of pregnancy. An Australian study showed that women who received acupuncture treatments regularly before their 14th week of pregnancy had less nausea and shorter bouts of morning sickness than women who did not receive the treatment. Acupuncture has also been used to treat the more serious condition hyperemesis gravidarum, which causes serious vomiting... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_don_t_be_afraid_of_needles.php Lots of times, how people deal with an ailment, depends on their incomes. People with plenty of money may go visit the doctor whenever their bodies feel abnormal. People with very little money will probably wait until an ailment becomes a major problem before they think about visiting a doctor. The medical and drug industries are very lucrative and for the most part, they work hand and hand. Neither industry would like it, if their patients found other ways to deal with their health problems. There have been quite a few alternative medicines, offered to the public, over the years, but one of the oldest is acupuncture. Acupuncture is a technique used to heal the body, by inserting and... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_as_an_effective_alternative_therapy_for_fibromyalgia.php Fibromyalgia is a complex chronic neurological disorder that generates a wide range of symptoms. Most people with fibromyalgia complain about recidivating muscular pain, rigidity of joints and a generalized state of body weakness. Although these manifestations may point to rheumatoid arthritis, clinical examinations can reveal any signs of physical damage in people with fibromyalgia. Due to the fact that most medical treatments are unable to overcome fibromyalgia, the disorder is considered to be incurable. However, this belief is far from the truth. Although fibromyalgia is a serious disorder with a pronounced chronic character, there are actually effective means of treating it.... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_and_weight_loss.php Obesity is a state of being obese, or overweight due to excessive accumulation of fat. The love for junk food and lethargy has played a great part in spreading this disease. Nowadays, not only adults but also children are suffering from the problem of excessive weight. Some of the effective remedies for weight loss include exercise, yoga, crash diet and acupuncture. In the recent years, acupuncture has gained wide acclaim as an effective therapy to control and lose excess weight. Acupuncture is a healing system that was developed in china some 2,500 years ago. Acupuncture was introduced in America in the late 1800s. Since than it has been used as an alternative medicine to treat a wide... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_and_oriental_medicine.php There are over 50 Acupuncture Schools in the United States. Acupuncture laws differ from state to state, therefore, each acupuncture school entails its own philosophy and instruction outline. Acupuncture School education and training is approximately 3,000 credit hours. Because there are varying therories of Acupuncture, some schools teach the 5-Element style of acupuncture as opposed to the more familiar TCM style. While some acupuncture schools have mandatory herbal curriculum, other acupuncture schools list this course-study as an option. The main purpose of attending an acupuncture school is to be educated and trained to be healers in the art, to learn the science and... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_and_chinese_medicine.php Chinese medicine, often known as Oriental medicine or traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), encompasses a vast array of folk medical practices based on mysticism. It holds the belief that the body’s vital energy (Qi) circulates in the body through channels known as meridians, with branches connected to bodily organs and functions. A disruption or imbalance of the Qi leads to illness. Ancient remedies such as Qigong, use of herbs and acupuncture are believed to restore the balance of the Qi. Traditional acupuncture as practiced in China for more than 2,500 years is one of the vital components of the Chinese medicine system. It involves the insertion of stainless steel needles into various... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_a_benefit_to_the_well_individual.php Before we begin a discussion about the benefits of acupuncture, let's talk about the origins of acupuncture. It was first used in China over 2000 years ago, and is one of the oldest medical procedures in the world. It is a family of procedures that stimulates the anatomy of the body and helps to balance the energy flow throughout the body. It is this kind of acupuncture that is practiced in the United Sates today, through the use of tiny, metallic needles placed in affected areas and manipulated by hand or by electrical stimulation. Acupuncture is the basic foundation for Traditional Chinese Medicine and is based on the belief that there are two opposing and inseparable forces within our... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture_a_benefit.php To preface discussion about the benefits of acupuncture, lets talk about what acupuncture is. First used in China more than 2000 years ago, and is one of the oldest medical procedures known to man. It is a family of procedures that stimulates the anatomy of the body and helps to balance the energy flow throughout the body. It is the same type of acupuncture that is practiced in the United Sates today, through the use of tiny, metallic needles placed in affected areas and manipulated by hand or by electrical stimulation. Acupuncture is the foundation for Traditional Chinese Medicine and is based on the belief that there are two opposing and forces in our body. They are known... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/acupuncture.php Acupuncture is one of the components of the health care system evolved in China at least 2,500 years ago. Acupuncture literally means “needle piercing” - the practice of inserting very fine needles into the skin to stimulate specific anatomic points in the body (known as acupoints or acupuncture points) for therapeutic purposes. The general theory of acupuncture is based on the assumption that there are patterns of energy flow (Qi) through the body that are essential for health. The disturbances or disruptions in this flow are responsible for health diseases. Acupuncture, as theorized, is meant to correct the imbalances of flow at identifiable points close to the skin. Acupuncture... http://www.acupunctureinsights.com/5_reasons_why_to_use_acupuncture.php Acupuncture is an ancient form of natural Chinese healing. It continues to be practiced in modern times in countries all around the globe to treat a wide variety of conditions and illnesses. Acupuncture involves using extremely thin long needles, often described as ‘hair thin’. These needles are inserted in various points on the body to simulate the body’s own healing abilities. Below are five of the common reasons that acupuncture is used today: Acupuncture Controls Allergies Allergic reactions occur when the immune system reacts to a substance that is normally harmless to most people. These substances can be environmental such as pollen and dust, or they can be from foods such as...