Acupuncture Needles Away Pain and Stress

The World Health Organization lists 40 medical conditions that acupuncture may help, including headaches, pain relief, carpal tunnel, sciatica, back pain, infertility, arthritis, nausea, menstrual and menopause issues. And, not only is acupuncture safe, it's also 100 percent natural with minimal to no side effects. Here are some other reasons to try acupuncture:

Many patients report no pain with treatments.

It is drug-free.

It has been proven to be effective.

Treatments prior to and immediately following in-vitro fertilization procedures have led to improved success rates.

Treatments are specific and unique to each patient.

Multiple issues can be addressed simultaneously. For instance, if someone has neck pain causing insomnia, irritability and headaches, acupuncture can help all of those simultaneously.

Acupuncture is the oldest, most continuously practiced and recorded form of medicine in history.

It is widely used for pain relief.

It is a nonaddicting alternative for smoking cessation and detoxification. This makes it a perfect treatment for drug and/or alcohol addiction.

It is commonly used to alleviate and control pre- and post-operative pain.

It improves energy flow and balance by releasing endorphins, thereby promoting physical and emotional well-being.

It has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety.

By using a holistic approach, acupuncture addresses physical and mental components of stress and anxiety.

Most people find immediate relaxation with their treatments that last 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Jane Stevens is a licensed acupuncturist and registered nurse. For more information, visit her Web site.

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