Acupuncture can be worthwhile alongside other disciplines to improve general health and to help with functional problems, disorders or pain.
A GP or specialist may recommend acupuncture sessions alongside a treatment.
Acupuncture involves inserting needles under the skin painlessly. Moxa or cupping can replace or complement the needles. Sometimes a feeling of heaviness or tiredness may be felt at the end of the session.
Acupuncture aims to restore Chi or Qi, promote blood and lymphatic circulation, increase vitality and restore homeostasis.
Acupuncture is a good complement for the following conditions:
Tendinitis: shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle,
Muscle tension, muscle recovery, cramps,
Back pain: lower back pain, mid-back pain, neck pain, stiff neck, lumbago….
Migraines, headaches, post-surgical pain
General fatigue, immune defences after a treatment
Autonomic nervous system: insomnia, sleep disorders
Digestive disorders: constipation, diarrhoea, bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers, poor digestion
Gynaecological disorders: period pain, absence of periods (amenorrhoea), irregular periods, fertility problems
Skin problems: acne, dryness, skin beauty, wrinkles, sagging, lack of radiance, oily skin
Stress, anxiety, low mood, nervousness, relaxation, change of seasons, jet lag.
ENT disorders: sinusitis, rhinitis, colds, flu
Sport: improved sporting performance, recovery, vitality, concentration, motivation, willpower, reduces stiffness and minimises injuries
Figure: weight loss, slimming, losing weight, cellulite; water retention, oedema, heavy legs, appetite control, sugar cravings..
Acupuncture is a therapy whose side effects are uncommon and usually mild when performed by a trained practitioner. It brings a feeling of well-being and relaxation, as after a yoga or meditation session.
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