Health Intuitive

When you normally think of acupuncture in Miami, you think of a person sitting with several needles inserted into their skin, into parts of the body like the ear, the arm, or the wrist. This is a good picture of a patient that is having an acupuncture treatment. These treatments last anywhere from a very short time up to thirty minutes or more, depending on the symptoms that are being treated. These needles are more frequently inserted just far enough into the skin to firmly keep them there, though an acupuncture practitioner may insert different needles somewhat further in depending on the treatment plan. Sometimes the needles are twirled in place; sometimes they are warmed before insertion, or have heat applied to them during insertion. Generally there is no discomfort when a needle is inserted, manipulated, or removed. Occasionally a slight twinge may be felt, but not more than that. Often during treatment a patient may feel more relaxed than when they came in, slightly warmer, or possibly feel a rush of energy during the treatment. Some patients feel no change during the acupuncture treatment, but their symptoms gradually change over a longer period of time, such as several weeks

There are variations of acupuncture that do not rely on the use of needles. The ideas behind these are identical with standard acupuncture technique. The knowledge of acupuncture points, the organization of the body, and the importance of proper energy flow for a healthy body are all exactly identical to standard acupuncture therapy. The main difference is that the needle is replaced by a different technique to manipulate the acupuncture point.

In acupuncture, a device that produces sound waves is applied to the point at which a needle would normally be inserted. In addition to the device that produces the sound waves; other devices that vibrate may also be used, such as tuning forks. There is a good deal of activity in this area, but results using these devices are not as well established as the results with traditional needle based acupuncture.

Another technique that has been in use since the middle of this century is to apply a low voltage electric current to the acupuncture point. Sometimes this is done together with insertion of a needle, sometimes it is done just by touching a small wire to the surface of the skin and connects a very low electric current. The feeling of the current is a very light tingling, and not any very noticeable or painful reaction. This technique using electricity was pursued independently in America and Europe in the 1930s and 1940s, but interest in the technique as a part of western medicine waned after that time

Another variation of acupuncture that many more people have heard of is the use of acupressure. In this technique no instrument is used, just the technique of pressing a finger on the acupuncture point. This technique can be incorporated into such manipulations as shiatsu massage. This technique is also easy for a layman to do, and many have seen little cards with diagrams of pressure points on the hands and feet. Though these may be useful, the best use is made when the person understands more of the entire system of acupuncture rather than just where the acupuncture points are.

Acupuncture in Miami, an ancient system of medicine, is becoming very popular in the modern world, particularly for conditions involving pain. It can relieve headaches more effectively than drugs, and since there are no side effects involved, it should be considered the treatment of choice for headaches.

Of all types of pain, headaches are the most common, as well as the most intimate and disturbing, considering their location. For the majority of us, the occasional headache presents no real problem. It can be relieved by a couple of aspirins, provided the stomach can tolerate them. But a few individuals experience headaches with such frequency and severity that the quality of their lives is diminished. Work and relationships suffer, and they simply feel miserable.

Conventional medical therapy offers no real solution. Most commonly prescribed drugs are not particularly effective at relieving headaches, and a look at The Physician’s Desk Reference indicates that they all cause undesirable side-effects. Even over-the-counter medications are not immune from this criticism. Over time, aspirin can cause stomach ulcers and bruising, while acetaminophen can damage the liver.

There are, of course, many types of headaches—tension, migraine, cluster, hypoglycemic and hypertensive, to name the most common. A person who suffers from chronic headaches should first consult a medical doctor to make sure the condition does not involve a tumor. This having been done, one can make an appointment with an acupuncturist because most types of headache respond well to acupuncture, though of course, the length of treatment will differ from case to case.

It is the experience of many acupuncturists that fast results are obtained with tension headaches. Migraine and cluster headaches respond well also, though in the case of migraines, the emphasis is on reducing frequency and intensity of occurrence rather than relieving pain during an attack. Sinus headaches also respond well to acupuncture. A patient commonly experiences a draining of the sinuses and relief from pressure during or after the first treatment. Subsequent treatments reduce the allergic response and hence the frequency of headaches. Hypoglycemic headaches respond well also, but in this case, acupuncture is also used to improve pancreatic function. In the case of hypertensive headaches, acupuncture points are selected that have the effect of lowering blood pressure. Even in cases where blood pressure has not been affected by acupuncture, patients usually report fewer headaches and improved health.

Given the fact that there are different types of headaches, no universal prescription can be offered regarding the number of treatments required to achieve significant results. Generally, patients commit to a series of treatments and should notice improvement, at times dramatic, within four to six treatments. After a series, a treatment every month or two will help to maintain the level of health that has been achieved.

Miami acupuncture treatment for pain management has been used for centuries. Because it treats your body as a whole, acupuncture not only reduces pain immediately but it can help you avoid future pain in the same areas. It’s so effective that conventional medical doctors often suggest acupuncture treatment for pain.

The most popular form of pain relief that Western medicine has to offer is pain medications and anti-inflammatory drugs. If you’ve spent a lot of time in pain, you know that these medications have unreliable results. After a while, their effectiveness wears off. The side effects from prescription medications can often be worse than the pain conditions you are dealing with.
Acupuncture for chronic pain is a powerful and natural treatment. The needles stimulate points on your body that release endorphins and other natural pain relievers. They also, according to research, increase the electromagnetic signals between the different cells in your body. This can encourage healing and eliminate pain.

Acupuncture increases blood circulation to different parts of your body and will re;ax your muscles. It also helps promote emotional well-being and can increase the effectiveness of your immune system. Instead of bringing the rest of your health down in order to reduce pain (like conventional medications do) it raises the level of your whole body health.

There are many different types of pain that people can experience, and acupuncture is an effective treatment for them all. Back pain is very common and is a result of sprains or strains. Your acupuncturist may use local needles on your back to treat your pain, but most treat it with distal needles placed on other parts of your body. Your acupuncturist may use cupping or electrical stimulation along with needle insertion.

Arthritis is another common form of pain that can be treated with acupuncture. Arthritis can affect many different joints in your body. Depending on where you are experiencing arthritis pain, your acupuncturist may insert needles directly at the site or at other important points along the meridians.

If you think acupuncture is limited to treating skeletal or muscular pain, think again. It’s also been proven effective in treating migraine headaches. You can use acupuncture to relieve pain and even prevent future migraine attacks. By targeting areas that regulate blood flow to your head, your emotional state and hormonal balance your acupuncturist can eliminate migraines entirely.

No matter what types of pain you are experiencing, acupuncture has the solution. During your first consultation, your acupuncturist will work with you to identify your pain and create a treatment that is designed to heal your body. In a matter of just one session, you’ll feel the benefits of using acupuncture to treat pain.