Tag Archives: Research
Acupuncture Helps to Repair Brain Damage
There have been several reports before of research and theories about the usefulness of acupuncture in treating addiction but few have yielded concrete proof, that is until now. A recent study found that acupuncture at the Zusanli point significantly decreased the activation of heroin cues in the brain. Heroin cues are responsible for inducing sensations linked to reward and craving
Acupuncture Effectively Treats Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
A study comparing the effects of acupuncture on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) against the effects of steroids used to treat the same condition found that both had significant beneficial results. There were few ways in which the two differed except that the acupuncture group reported less nocturnal awakening than the steroid group and the acupuncture group reported a significant decrease
Acupuncture is Anti-Inflammatory
Inflammatory diseases and conditions cause many people stress and discomfort in their daily lives and most turn to pharmaceuticals; a lot of people however don’t think about acupuncture. Continuing research and study has shown acupuncture to be an effective way of treating inflammatory diseases such as asthma, rhinitis and rheumatoid arthritis among other painful conditions. Acupuncture helps to control neuropeptides
Acupuncture Can Lower Your Blood Pressure
Heart health in America today is dangerously low and millions find themselves taking pill after pill per day to regulate their blood pressure. Blood pressure to the heart is one of the most important cardiovascular functions and when it’s not watched can lead to serious health risks. Conventional medication has proven ineffective for some so researchers are looking for new
Acupuncture is Beneficial in Treating Neck Pain and Injuries
Recent studies have shown that Acupuncture to the neck can help restore proper spinal curvature after injuries. Not only does acupuncture help recovery from injuries to the spine but has proven to be very helpful against degenerative spinal disc disorders. One study specifically found that acupuncture significantly helps with curative effects related to Cervical Spondylosis. Cervical Spondylosis is a condition