Acupuncture at Linford Chiropractic
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture has been in the making for thousands of years. It involves the insertion of very fine needles into specific points on the skin to promote natural healing, reduce or eliminate pain and improve the body’s overall function.
Traditionally, acupuncture is based on the theory that the body has a vital energy called Qi (pronounced “chee”) which runs throughout the body in meridians (also referred to as channels). Sometimes Qi can get blocked, resulting in dysfunction, pain or illness. Inserting needles into acupuncture points along these meridians unblocks the Qi and promotes health.
Scientifically, acupuncture has been shown to increase blood supply, regulate nerve function and release neurotransmitters, including endorphins. These responses can block pain signals to the brain, decrease inflammation, repair injured tissue and help to restore the body’s healthy balance.
Why Combine Chiropractic & Acupuncture Treatments
Combining chiropractic and acupuncture treatments together approaches a problem from multiple angles which can potentially reduce recovery time. This combination approach can also improve overall function and health after recovery is complete.
Chiropractic uses a variety of soft tissue techniques and manipulation to achieve a series of local responses, including:
- decreased pain and inflammation
- reduced muscle spasm
- improved joint mechanics
- Acupuncture regulates healing at a more central level and:
- increases endorphin release to decrease pain and promote the healing response
- reduces muscle spasm by decreasing excitatory brain input to the musculoskeletal system and improving blood flow
- reduces sympathetic nervous system firing to calm the mind and promote balance throughout the body
Please note that Acupuncture treatments billed to Third Party Insurance is billed as a chiropractic treatment as the treatment is performed by an acupuncture certified Chiropractor.
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FAQs
As with any type of treatment, you should always inform your practitioner of all medications you are taking as well as any underlying health conditions you may have or have previously experienced. You should also inform your practitioner if you are or could possibly be pregnant. Proper information will help in the selection of the type of treatment that is right for you.
Some people become very relaxed while others may feel euphoric or energized. People who don’t feel any different when they leave the clinic may start to notice changes in their symptoms hours to days later. To provide you with realistic expectations, many factors affecting your recovery time must be taken into consideration, including:
- acute vs. chronic pain
- first episode or recurrent problem
- history of previous injuries
- general health
- poor postural hygiene
- general fitness level (strength, flexibility and cardiovascular health)
- lifestyle (work, diet, sleep)
- adherence to treatment plan
- stress (physical/mental/chemical)
- family history
- patient comprehension and compliance with recommendations
These factors and your individual health goals combine to structure the frequency and duration of your care.
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