How Effective Is Acupuncture

No one can really explain how acupuncture works, but what we do know for sure is that it does and is an effective way by which to alleviate recurring aches and pains, give up smoking and over eating and overcome infertility problems.

Around the globe no one can really explain how or even why this therapy works, but it does. In China they explain that it involves concepts such as ‘QI‘, imbalance and a complete restoration of harmony through the entire body, however in Western medicine they tend to think its more likely to be about brain chemistry.

Acupuncture involves inserting small needles just below the skins surface, and when you do this it increases endorphins, which is the bodies natural ‘feel good’ chemical. Incidentally, it is the same brain chemical that plays a role in controlling the menstrual cycle, the production of eggs and perhaps ovulation.

In Amercia, researchers have shown that acupuncture increases the rate of pregnancy in women undergoing IVF treatment and is beneficial as a complementary therapy along with other fertility treatments. It has additionally been said that acupuncture can help when the lining of the uterus is too weak to withstand a pregnancy. Acupuncture boosts the blood flow, which in turn, will lead to a stronger lining in the uterus.

Not only can acupuncture help infertility problems it can also be helpful to patients recovering from operations and is used to overcome more everyday ailments including bad lower back pain and aches and pains in the joints.

It is as well used to overcome addictions such as over eating and smoking. Many smokers have tried quite a few methods to give up smoking including patches and chewing gum, however for many acupuncture was the one and only effective method.

Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years and is a trusted and used worldwide and will carry on being used for many more years to come.

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