Acupuncture is the practice of penetrating the skin with thin, solid, metallic needles which are then activated through gentle and specific movements of the practitioner’s hands or with electrical stimulation. These acupuncture points are believed to stimulate the central nervous system. This, in turn, releases chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. These biochemical changes may stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities and promote physical and emotional well-being.
Studies have shown that acupuncture is effective for a variety of conditions, including:
- Back pain
- Sciatica
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
- Headaches, including tension headaches and migraines
- Fibromyalgia
- Digestive disorders
- Osteoarthritis
- Menstrual cramps
- Hot flashes &night sweats
- Respiratory disorders, such as allergic rhinitis
- Tennis elbow
- Chemotherapy-induced and postoperative nausea and vomiting
- Dental pain
- Phantom limb pain
- Anxiety
- Depression
- PTSD
- Grief
