Acupuncture is associated with traditional Chinese medicine that has been popular worldwide for curing various ailments. Acupuncture is a science developed through thousands of years of Chinese medicine and is beyond just acupuncture needles. To be a certified acupuncturist, acupuncture requires a deep understanding of how the qi (energy flow) flows through the human body. Acupuncture works when the acupuncture needles stimulate sections of the skin by placing them on specific points (which are acupuncture points), which trigger body functions, such as tissues, glands, and organs, to achieve the desired effect.
Today, medical acupuncture is an accepted complementary and alternative medicine practice. Aside from being known as a branch of oriental medicine, medical acupuncture is also considered a treatment in osteopathic medicine in western medicine. A licensed practitioner is allowed to facilitate an acupuncture session. The FDA even regulates acupuncture needles to ensure that only a licensed practitioner will use them. Various medical studies have been correlating treatments with acupuncture work with electrical stimulation, the relationship with the connective tissue, the central nervous system, and its combination with conventional treatments.
The Benefits of Acupuncture Treatments
Aside from being known to relieve pain by working on the body’s natural painkillers, such as chronic pain, menstrual cramps, muscle pain, neck pain, migraines, headaches, and others, acupuncture treatment is also known to have other tremendous health benefits. Acupuncture may also manage the following health issues:
- Migraines and Headaches
- Joint and Back Pain
- Stress Relief
- Improving Digestive Health
- Increased Energy, Emotional well-being, and Enhanced Mental Clarity
- Controlling blood pressure by enhancing blood flow and heart function
- Relief from seasonal allergies
- Enhancing fertility
- Addressing osteoarthritis
- And many more
In the hands of an experienced and licensed acupuncture practitioner, these thin needles can provide much more health benefits of acupuncture than those listed above.
What Happens in an Acupuncture Session?
As soon as you book a call and arrive at a clinic, you will go through preparatory steps to ensure the effectiveness of the acupuncture treatment. Please note that inserting needles isn’t random. They require care and accuracy with a certified acupuncture practitioner helping you:
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Medical History:
Like all other medical appointments, the acupuncture session begins with your medical history and symptoms. The practitioner talks with you to determine what they will manage and avoid possible complications by considering medications and health conditions.
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Medical Examination:
The next step is similar to a doctor’s exam or an exam done by a primary care physician. They might thoroughly examine your body to determine energy flow imbalances. This examination may involve a tongue examination.
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You Will Enter The Treatment Room
A treatment room is typically small but comfortable. There may be an essential oil diffuser to help bring a relaxed atmosphere during treatment. Sometimes, light music may be played.
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You Lie Down on the Treatment Table
Acupuncture starts when you lie down on the table. The acupuncturist inserts sterile needles into the body. These very thin needles are explicitly designed for acupuncture treatment. Inserting the acupuncture needle involves very little pain, and also, when they are removed.
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Acupuncture Session Duration
A typical acupuncture appointment lasts 30 minutes to an hour, depending on what is being treated.
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What Will You Feel After
People report that they feel energized after an acupuncture treatment session. They also report feeling less pain and anxiety. People also feel fewer tension headaches and report having had a better sleep.
For Effective Acupuncture Treatment in Mesa, AZ, You Can Rely on Bingham Fitness
Bingham Fitness is fully committed to health and fitness. We provide more than just personal training. We also offer acupuncture treatment as one of the major services we offer to our clients. We have highly experienced and certified acupuncture practitioners who will help you find relief from your health issues through this ancient practice. To know more about acupuncture and how it can help you, call us at (602) 339-6677, or contact us.
