Pain Relief

Over 1.5 billion people in the world struggle with chronic pain. Standard pain management treatments are often not enough, and many come with negative and even dangerous side effects. 

As many as 85% of chronic pain patients have found relief from acupuncture. Acupuncture is thought to stimulate the release of the body’s natural pain-relieving chemicals, known as endorphins. Acupuncture may also help to block pain signals from reaching the brain.

Insomnia

Every aspect of your life, from relationships, food, and mood to memory and brain function, is impacted by the quality of your sleep. For a quick fix, many people turn to sleeping pills; the issue is that these drugs have a negative and potentially dangerous impact on hormones and neurotransmitters. Numerous unfavorable side effects, such as headaches, mental sluggishness, stomachaches, mental impairment, physical weakness, digestive problems, and others, may result from this. It may also potentially result in dependency and addiction in extreme circumstances. 

A safer alternative that promotes restful sleep naturally is acupuncture. Acupuncture balances the production of endorphins, melatonin, and serotonin. These chemicals affect sleep, pain, mood, and tension. Research conducted on thousands of patients have found significant benefits in sleep thanks to acupuncture, with the majority of participants reporting an increase of up to three hours of sleep a night.

Headache/Migraine Relief

Headaches are one of the most common complaints that doctors hear from patients. There are many different types of headaches, and each person may experience them differently. Migraines are a common type of headache that can cause severe pain, sensitivity to light and sound, and nausea. Migraine headaches are often accompanied by other symptoms, such as blind spots, flashes of light, or tingling in the hands and feet. 

A review of research studies found that acupuncture can be effective in treating migraines and tension headaches. The research found that acupuncture can provide short-term relief from headaches and may also help to prevent future episodes. Other research has found that acupuncture is effective in reducing the severity and frequency of migraines. Acupuncture can also address some of the underlying issues that may be triggering your headaches or migraines. 

Improved Digestion

The importance of our gut health to the rest of our health and wellbeing is increasingly being recognized by science. Our gut impacts mood, inflammation, metabolic range, hormones, and more. As the medical community learns more about the importance of gut health, it comes as no surprise that digestive issues can wreak havoc on the whole body. 

Acupuncture supports digestion by stimulating the release of helpful enzymes, minerals, and bacteria which in turn helps regulate digestive function. Acupuncture also promotes balance in the endocrine system, nervous system, and liver qi, and reduces stomach inflammation. This supports improvements in nutrient absorption, constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, waste elimination, and abdominal pain.

Anxiety & Stress

Millions are impacted by anxiety and stress. As if stress and anxiety weren’t bad enough on their own, they can also cause a host of other health problems including headaches, pain, insomnia, fatigue, frequent colds and infections, loss of sexual desire, stomach issues, depression and mood issues, and more. 

Acupuncture has been found to balance blood hormone levels, drastically lowering levels of peptides that induce stress and anxiety. Acupuncture has also been found to positively impact the body’s responses to mood, emotions, and stress. 

If you struggle with chronic pain, insomnia, anxiety, stress, digestive issues, headaches, or other health issues, acupuncture may be the answer you have been looking for! Schedule a Vero Beach Acupuncture appointment now!