Friday, November 7, 2008

A Healthy Acupuncture

By Bi Kun tan

Are you wondering what acupuncture is and why itas used? Well it is typically a last resort for people who can't seem to find a cure for their pain. Some times it seems like it is the one thing that can in fact alleviate pain and stress when other medication canat do the job.

The historical Chinese process of acupuncture has been used for a variety of medical purposes. In accordance with other Chinese herbs and medicines it has become a process of healing that many will attest to giving them a better and improved life.

Acupuncture is essentially the use of many sharp needles. These needles are inserted just under the skin in precise location. It is assumed that by placing the needles in these certain places that pain or stress will be alleviated in others.

Not just anyone can perform an acupuncture treatment. Courses on the skills and techniques to properly perform an acupuncture treatment are required. This type of treatment can be difficult to understand and improper placement of the needles can make a person worse rather than better. This is why classes must be completed before acupuncture can be performed.

If a person sought the wrong person to perform acupuncture on them, needles could be placed in the arm leaving nerve damage in their arm for the rest of their life. This could the result of acupuncture taking place without proper training.

This is why it is highly important to seek a professional. The professional can use the knowledge of acupuncture to assess where they need to properly apply the technique. The Chinese have developed many ways to understand how to heal, and this trained professional will do just that, leaving you feeling happier and more relieved.

As technological and medical advances in science are carried on, other ailments are beginning to be cured by acupuncture. Currently the most common uses for acupuncture are to alleviate arthritis, back pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and sciatica.

Now you should have an idea of what acupuncture really is. It is a technique developed by the Chinese to treat both minor and major aches and pains. In fact, if you are desperate, this treatment may work for you when medications arenat helping. - 15437

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