Acupuncture is a system of healing which has been practiced for thousands of years and is used to treat people over a wide range of illnesses and complaints. The principle aim if acupuncture is to recover equilibrium between the physical and emotional needs of the patient.
The benefits of acupuncture frequently included more than just relief from a particular condition. Many people find that it can also lead to increased energy levels, better appetite and more restful sleep, as well as an enhanced sense of overall well being.
Although commonly thought of as a means of pain relief, acupuncture used to treat a wide variety of illnesses and complaints.
Acupuncture focuses on improving the overall well being of the patient rather than insolated conditions.
It also less well known that acupuncture can be used effectively in treating conditions of an emotional kind, for example; anxiety, panic attacks, lack of motivation, mild depression, abnormal appetite and feeling generally unwell.
Acupuncture treatment of any condition is started by an initial consultation to establish what will be needed to help with a complaint or condition. You may be asked about about any other conditions, past medical history and other questions in order for Mark to take a holistic approach in helping you.
Is it Instead of Western Medicine?
Acupuncture can be used in isolation, conjunction with or along side Western forms of treatment. It is often used to help on reducing the side effect of drugs or the amount of medication required.
Is Acupuncture Safe and Is There Any Discomfort?
When practiced by a qualified practitioner acupuncture is perfectly safe and usually painless, most people only feel a tingling feeling or a dull ache for a short period.
Mark Long MBAcC is a fully
qualified member of the British
Acupuncture council. Mark has
been providing oriental style
health and fitness advice
for over 18 years.
