What is acupuncture? For starters, acupuncture is a part of the traditional Chinese medicine which helps improve the overall health of the body. It connotes the insertion of thin needles into the skin on different parts of the body (pressure points). The depth of the needle will depend but definitely will not hurt or harm you.  

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The philosophy is that acupuncture believes that life energy (Qi) flows in the body through pathways called “meridians”. These meridians have to unobstructed in order for Qi to flow easily. A blocked pathway will create an imbalance of the energy flow which will result in diseases and issues in the body. 

Contrary to the common belief, acupuncture isn’t only for arthritis. There are actually many other illnesses that can benefit from acupuncture: 

  1. Sciatica and Lower Back Pain 

This is one of the most common issues other than arthritis. When the hip and back muscles work hard to protect the spine, the sciatic nerves condense together. This causes pain in the buttocks. In worse cases, the pain travels all the way down to the legs. Acupuncture will treat the pain and the muscles as well to prevent aches from coming back. 

  1. Stress in the Shoulders and Neck 

Stress. Who doesn’t have it? Whether you are a student, an office employee, or anyone, you will feel stress in the neck or shoulder at some point in your life. And it’s normal. Even some sleeping positions can cause stress. Some people have it manageable, while others have it worse. The stress can lead to headaches, severe pain, or numbing in some areas. Acupuncture can target specific areas of the neck and shoulder to treat the stress and the pain it’s causing. 

  1. Headaches 

Headaches come in different forms, one of the worst being migraine. By knowing which part of the head hurts, acupuncture can treat headaches and its underlying cause, and alleviate the pain. 

  1. Fibromyalgia 

This is the condition that causes musculoskeletal pain all over the body. Other symptoms include fatigue, mood swings, sleep, and memory problems. Acupuncture can help overcome the pain of fibromyalgia and its corresponding symptoms. 

  1. Digestive Problems 

Problems with digestion such as bloating, acid reflux, constipation, diarrhea, and even hemorrhoids can all be addressed with acupuncture. If combined with other traditional Chinese remedies like herbs and diet changes, the results will be faster and long-lasting. 

  1. Insomnia 

Insomnia can have many causes: anxiety, stress, fatigue, thyroid diseases, hypertension, and many more. Sleep is crucial for a healthy mind and body. It is true that you need at least 7 hours of sleep a day. The quality of sleep is just as important. Acupuncture is a safe and efficient way of dealing with disorders related to sleep. It can relax tense muscles to help you get a good night sleep. 

  1. Hormones and Fertility 

Acupuncture has had positive feedbacks on fertility. It can also aid the body in balancing back the hormones that have become immoderate. Likewise, it can also correct adrenal gland dysfunction, PCOS, dysmenorrhea, and symptoms associated with menopause.  

Ontario acupuncture services offer several traditional alternative treatments for various conditions. Hire a qualified practitioner to say goodbye to your pain.