Acupuncture
Acupuncture is called “external therapy” in Chinese medicine. It is the targeted therapeutic influence of bodily functions via specific points on the surface of the body. Acupuncture treatment has an effect on the sensation of pain, the immune system and the autonomic nervous system, regulates muscle tension and has a decongestant and circulation-enhancing effect.
As part of the Acupuncture Evidence Project, the entire research literature on acupuncture was critically reviewed. According to this overview, systematic reviews published up to January 2017 show that acupuncture has a clearly proven therapeutic effect in migraine prophylaxis, headaches, chronic lower back pain, allergic rhinitis, knee osteoarthritis, nausea and vomiting of various origins, postoperative pain and many other complaints.
Japanese acupuncture: Japanese acupuncture uses very thin needles that are inserted only superficially into the skin. The puncture and the needles themselves are hardly noticeable to the patient. Japanese acupuncture is a modern acupuncture method that offers a particularly gentle and completely painless alternative to traditional body acupuncture. It is therefore particularly suitable for pain-sensitive patients and children.
Ear acupuncture is a balancing, stabilizing and pain-relieving body therapy. Ear acupuncture provides additional benefits for chronic pain, anxiety disorders or addiction. Ear acupuncture can also help well with sleep problems. The ear is traversed by various nerves, which are connected to structures in the brain and organs of success via the extended spinal cord via very short paths.
Electroacupuncture is a TCM procedure in which small electrical stimuli are transmitted to the acupuncture needles and perceived in the form of a fine buzz. Use for pain, channel disorders or signs of congestion.
Acupuncture Research: The number of controlled trials for acupuncture in the Cochrane database now exceeds 14,000. Evidence Based Acupuncture was created to inform the current state of knowledge in acupuncture research.
FAQ Acupuncture
For acute pain and tension, acupuncture often works within a few minutes or hours and lasts about 2-3 days.
The number of treatments usually depends on the duration and severity of a disease. On average, the patient should expect 4-5 treatments.
Acupuncture can be well combined with conventional medical treatment. Other complementary therapies are possible, but it makes more sense to decide on a therapy in order to have a control of success.
The hair-thin sterile needles (0.22mm) are much thinner than, for example, injection needles. A good needle technique and relaxed atmosphere allow almost painless treatment.
In response to acupuncture, the body releases endorphins and various neurotransmitters. These have an analgesic and relaxing effect.
After an acupuncture treatment, one often feels very relaxed or tired. You should use this regeneration state for yourself and not plan any more big activities.
No. In Western countries, sterile disposable needles are used exclusively and are disposed of after each treatment.