According to a Harris Poll from August 2022, it was found that approximately 3 in 10 adults in the United States – that’s 72.3 million people – are suffering from chronic low back pain. The most common treatment: prescription medications, which come with a host of negative and even potentially dangerous side effects.
Side effects of pain medications include:
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Slowed Breathing
- Addiction
- Ulcers
- Kidney Problems
- Overdose
- Liver Damage
- And more
The goods news: acupuncture has been found to be a powerful, drug-free, natural alternative to treating chronic back pain. The American College of Physicians says “doctors should consider acupuncture as an alternative therapy for patients with chronic low back pain that’s not helped by conventional treatment.”
Chronic back pain can be caused by a variety of factors. Some common causes include injury, muscle reconditioning or muscle atrophy, improper posture or body mechanics, genetics, aging, overuse, sitting for too long, disc issues, and arthritis.
Although causes can differ greatly, acupuncture is still a highly effective option for treating many types of chronic back pain. Acupuncture works to address pain by stimulating the release of endorphins, which are the body’s natural pain-killing hormones. Acupuncture also works to help manage back pain by relaxing the lumbar muscles and increasing blood flow to the area.
A typical Vero Beach acupuncture treatment involves the insertion of tiny, thin needles into specific points on the body. These points help to promote balance and stimulate the flow of energy as well as the release of endorphins. The best part: acupuncture can resolve chronic pain without the dangerous side effects of standard pharmaceutical approaches.
In addition to low back pain, acupuncture can also help with other types of pain, including:
- Acute Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Sciatica
- Sports Injuries
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Tendonitis
- Joint Pain
- Leg Pain
- Knee Pain
- Back Pain/Backache
- Arm Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Neck Pain
- Pain in Hands and Fingers
- Foot Pain
- Muscle Cramping
- Sprains and Strains
- Localized Traumatic Injuries
Acupuncture has been a core part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and has been practiced for thousands of years. Although western medicine and science are only just beginning to understand the potency of this age-old treatment modality, studies have found promising results for pain management as well as insomnia/sleep issues, digestive issues, anxiety, stress, and other health concerns.
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