Question 1

for someone with an anxiety disorder, chronic bloating and a borderline thyroid issue, how helpful would acupuncture be? if at all?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: It might be helpful. Many acupuncturists are also trained in herbal medicine, which may also be able to help.

Question 2

is acupuncture a sham?

Accepted Answer

No: Acupuncture has been practiced for more than 3000 years.
Now it enjoys a revival and is spreading out through many advanced
economically and  culturally countries.The existence of the acupuncture points and energy channels was scientifically proven- points and pathways with low electro-magnetic resistance. They create a complete functional network like the nervous system for example.

Question 3

is acupuncture effective?

Accepted Answer

See below: See the cochrane collaborative. It lists the areas in which acupuncture is effective and where it is not.

Question 4

how effective is acupuncture?

Accepted Answer

Very: I tell people that acupuncture isn't magic. It has been around since the second century bc in china. It's very helpful for pain, depression, anxiety, and morning sickness. It does seem to augment treatment for diabetes and high blood pressure. It also seems to help addictions such as stopping smoking and recreational drugs usage.

Question 5

is acupuncture really painful?

Accepted Answer

Hardly: I have several patients who are actually phobic of needles who regularly get acpuncture. Why? Because it works & usually is  painless. In the hands of a gentle needler - insertion are not usually felt. Using a "push the finger" technique- penetration of the skin is generally not felt. There are some specific points which can be uncomfortable (so i generally use alternate sites for these). Enjoy!

Question 6

why might acupuncture not work?

Accepted Answer

Several reasons: There are those that believe acupuncture is junk science(I'm not one of those).  Others believe that you must first correctly asses the energistic imbalances before you can appropriately determine where needles need to be placed; if you can't identify the problem, just placing needles won't fix the issue.  Then you must also be able to determine which points and how to stimulate them.

Question 7

is acupuncture safe for teenagers?

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture: Studies have shown that it can be safe even for children.

Question 8

is qigong more powerfull than acupuncture?

Accepted Answer

Affect your energy: Both qigong and acupuncture can provide relief and lead to overall wellness. The effectiveness depends on what is being treated. Acupuncture relies on having someone nearby that can perform it. Qigong is a practice that you can perform independently. By combing the two, you can get the best of both worlds.

Question 9

is it ok to forcely move while having acupuncture?

Accepted Answer

No: Trained acupuncturist are very careful with needle placement, but any unforeseen aggressive movement may place your internal organs at risk of puncture.

Question 10

what are your opinions on acupuncture as a pain alternative?

Accepted Answer

Good option: Acupuncture can be an excellent option in the treatment of many forms of pain. It is important to be evaluated by your physician to determine if your pain is due to a condition which requires other types of intervention (surgery/ med/ etc.) acupuncture can be an adjunctive or a stand alone treatment depending on the condition.

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