Acupuncture for treating severe pain and insomnia

by Yom Clinic Acupuncture in Salem

Today acupuncture is one of the most popular practices of traditional Chinese medicine that originated in ancient China more than 2500 years and has been evolving ever since. In simplest terms, acupuncture is the practice of penetrating the skin with small needles at specific points of the body. Trained practitioners working in the field of acupuncture in Eugene and Salem stimulate specific points on the body by inserting thin needles into the skin.

From its inception in China for more than 2500 years ago, acupuncture is used traditionally to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases, as well as improve general health. A lot of research confirms certain health benefits that have been mentioned below.

Reduces chronic pain and pain caused by arthritis

This is one of the most common and celebrated uses of acupuncture in Salem and Eugene. The practitioners use the practice for providing relief from a variety of different types of pain. But it is primarily focused on the chronic back pain that may result from physical stress, poor sleeping habits, old injuries that never healed completely, tightness of muscles or other sources.

Relief from a migraine

Another benefit of using acupuncture is getting relief from migraines and headaches, both in terms of pain relief and reduction in frequency.

Nausea and vomiting prevention

Acupuncture is an effective tool against nausea and vomiting. There is a pressure point on the underside of the forearm, near the wrist, and that when stimulated, is thought to reduce the sensation of nausea that can induce vomiting.

Decreases insomnia

According to studies conducted by experts working in the field of acupuncture in Salem, this popular practice can decrease the frequency of insomnia for many individuals. This technique increases the secretion of nocturnal melatonin, a chemical that aids and induces sleep. So, if you cannot sleep and do not want to go through the side effects, you should speak to an acupuncturist.

Treats fretfulness

There have been a lot of studies done on the effects of acupuncture on anxiety. Many individuals have experienced great benefits by using this practice for treating anxiety.

There are a number of potential treatments that acupuncture might positively effect, along with help quitting smoking, improved vision, weight loss, hormonal balancing, fertility and erectile dysfunction. No doubt, an acupuncturist can help you with the best treatment to treat your condition. Except for a few occasional slight aching and soreness at the point of skin penetration, there are no side effects, provided you go to a trained acupuncturist for treating your condition.