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principle method of acupuncture treatment is by the insertion of fine
metal needles into the points lying beneath the skin. These points
may also be thermally stimulated by burning herbs (moxibustion) or
by infrared light. By stimulating some of the points certain body
functions can be regulated to restore health.
It is quite reasonable to assume that it is painful when a needle
is inserted into the body, In fact, if performed by a qualified doctor
of Traditional Chinese Medicine only a slight prick is felt when the
needle enters the skin, as the acupuncture needles are much finer
than conventional needles used for injections or withdrawing blood.
When the needles reach the acupuncture point there is another sensation,
which is often described as a dull ache this is rarely described
as painful.
Chinese herbal medicines and acupuncture are the two major components
of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The earliest classic book on
TCM was compiled around 700BC and TCM is now practised throughout
the world. In TCM the human body is seen as a functionally integrated
system. A symptom in one part of the body will be related to imbalances
in another, for example, a skin rash or discolouration may reflect
a deep imbalance within the body. The holistic principles of TCM looks
beyond presenting conditions of the patient, evaluates the causes
of illnesses and allows treatment of the bodys underlying imbalance.
Extensive research and practice have shown that Chinese herbs and
acupuncture are effective treatment of many conditions including:-
Skin disorders -Eczema, Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Acne rosacea. Painful
conditions Trigeminal neuralgia, neck pain, cervical spondylosis,
frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, back pain, sciatica, sporty injuries,
arthritis, rheumatism. Infertility, menopause syndrome, irregular periods, indigestion,
sinusitis, depression, migraine, hypertension, asthma, hayfever, weight
problems, stopping smoking, rehabilitation e.g. after a stroke. |
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