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Description: A therapeutic practice that originated in China thousands of years ago. Along with herbal remedies, it is a key therapy ... more
Acupuncture ... of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

Newest Review: ... points on the body which they will use. Each acupuncture point has an effect on the surrounding area. There are also points ... more

 ... known as distal points which have an effect on areas far away from themselves. This means that although you may go to the acupuncturist for treatment for a sore shoulder they may use a point in your lower leg as this point has an effect on your shoulder. The acupuncturist will choose the points relevant to your condition, the number of points used varies between conditions and also the individual acupuncturist. You may have only 5 needles in or you may have many more. What can be treated? =================...more

AJ26
Premium Review Acupuncture: This Won't Hurt A Bit!! (2397 words)
by AJ26 - written on 08.10.05 (Very useful, 154 readings)
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What is Acupuncture? ================== Acupuncture is part of traditional Chinese Medicine [TCM] which has been practised in China and other Eastern countries for thousands of years. Although often described as a means of pain relief, it is in fact used to treat people with a wide range of illnesses. It involves inserting fine needles into points of the body then leaving them or stimulating them intermittently for around 20 to 30 minutes to treat symptoms. How does it work? ================ The traditional Chinese view is that there is an energy flowing through our bodies which is called Qi. The energy flows ...

wearsidelass
Premium Review I'm Holier Than You! (1892 words)
by wearsidelass - written on 22.09.04 (Very useful, 708 readings)
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Some of you who have read my earlier reviews will know that I have suffered during the past 18 months with “cluster headaches” and believe me they are really painful. An “ordinary” migraine can last up to 3 days and I have tried various alternative therapies, some of have helped more than others. About a month ago I had to go to the doctors because I was suffering from a severe migraine and he asked me if I would like to try acupuncture. I told him I would be willing to try this and so a course of 4 sessions was arranged. Yesterday was my first session and I really didn’t know what to expect. The senior practitioner was the only person qualified ...

michaelhudson
Premium Review Acupuncture: Get The Point! (431 words)
by michaelhudson - written on 31.10.01 (Very useful, 118 readings)
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Acupuncture originated in China and is widely practised throughout the Far East. Traditionally used as a preventative treatment-the best Oriental doctors were considered to be those who prevented illness while the mediocre physician treated the sick-it is now widely used as a cure for a wide range of problems.The exact mechanism by which it works is not fully understood, but its exponents suggest that the needle stimulates energy chanels or sensory nerves which connect the insertion point to the area in need of treatment. What is known is that the needles trigger the release of endorphins, the body's natural painkiller, thus aiding the recovery process. ...

 
 
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