Is acupuncture good for pain relief? A commonly asked question. Acupuncture pain relief treatment may be a welcome alternative to painkillers (analgesics). Persistent (chronic) pain is a widespread problem that affects around 8 million people of all ages in the UK. In some cases, chronic pain also leads to depression and even job loss. Moreover, incapacity benefit payments for those diagnosed with chronic pain cost approximately £3.8 billion a year.
Acupuncture Pain Relief treatment treats typical chronic pain conditions that include:
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Shoulder and Neck pain
- A headache and Migraine
- Cancer pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Neuropathic pain (sciatica, trigeminal neuralgia, post-hepatic neuralgia)
- Chronic overuse conditions (e.g. tendonitis)
- Chronic visceral pain (irritable bowel syndrome, interstitial cystitis, endometriosis.
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- Stimulating nerves located in the muscles and other tissues. This leads to the release of endorphins which changes the processing of pain in the brain.
- Reducing inflammation
- Improving muscle stiffness and joint mobility
- Reducing the use of medication
- Also provides a more cost-effective treatment over a longer period of time
Tips for Managing Chronic Pain
While Acupuncture Pain Relief will help, you can also help yourself with the following tips;
- Deep breathing and meditation to help you relax. These techniques also help your body relax, which can ease the pain.
- Tension makes muscles tight. While you can learn meditation on your own, it helps to take a class.
- Reduce stress. Stress also intensifies chronic pain and increases the body’s sensitivity to pain. Find what works for you – listening to calming music, gentle walking, painting.
- Exercise strengthens muscles, helps prevent re-injury and releases endorphins.
- Don’t smoke. Smoking can worsen painful circulation problems and increase the risk of heart disease and cancer.
- Join a support group. Meet others living with chronic pain and understand what you are going through. This helps you feel less alone.
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- Moreover, counselling can help you cope better and avoid negative thoughts that make the pain worse. Try to avoid becoming depressed.
- Also, ensure you get a good night’s sleep. Sleep in a comfortable position. On your side in the “foetal” position is usually the least stressful on your back. Sleeping on your front puts the most stress on your back and neck and can lead to trouble. Using a pillow of the right height and supports the neck is also important.
- Also, choose a mattress suited to your height, weight and age. Avoid alcohol which can worsen sleep problems.
- Eat a healthy diet – Include plenty of fresh vegetables and fruit, whole grains, beans, pulses, and organic meat.
- Avoid excessive amounts of dairy.
- Distract yourself from pain. When you focus on pain, it makes it worse. Find something you like doing and keep yourself busy.
- Spend time with family and friends and try to enjoy your life even if you still experience pain.
Finally, to make an appointment for acupuncture pain relief, please call or leave a message via the contact page