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Is acupuncture relaxing?

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Yes: Many people fall asleep, others report being very relaxed and peaceful during the treatments. It helps many conditions like anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, helps people who are under a lot of stress, ....

Answered 10/3/2016

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Usually: There are many acupuncture points that cause relaxation.

Answered 11/16/2012

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That depends: It depends on what type of treatment you are receiving. Five gates, kaufman's cocktail and the auricular trauma protocol are particularly good for relaxation.

Answered 1/13/2013

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Dr. Jeffrey Albright answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Very Relaxing: I have many patients say that acupuncture is more relaxing than massage. Some say that it can produce an almost hypnotic sensation.

Answered 2/1/2018

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