Acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine and involves the insertion of thin needles into the skin. It is used most commonly for pain relief, though it is also used to treat a wide range of conditions and is generally used in combination with other forms of treatment. Dr Han uses a number of different types of Acupuncture including:
- Spirit Acupuncture
- Scalp Acupuncture
What conditions can be treated with Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is used mainly to relieve discomfort associated with a variety of diseases and conditions, including:
- Chemotherapy-induced and postoperative nausea and vomiting
- Dental pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Headaches, including tension headaches and migraines
- Labor pain
- Lower back pain
- Neck pain
- Osteoarthritis.
Benefits of Acupuncture
Modern research has demonstrated acupuncture’s effects on the nervous system, endocrine and immune systems, cardiovascular system, and digestive system. By stimulating the body’s various systems, acupuncture can help to:
- resolve pain
- improve sleep
- improve the digestive function
- improve the sense of well-being.