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Fletcher
Kovich
Acupuncture
is an important part of Chinese and
other Asian countries' medicine and has been
practised and perfected for thousands of years. It works on the basis that
there are several channels in the body, through which “qi” (our life
energy) runs. When the flow of qi through the channels is impaired,
discomfort and symptoms of disease may occur.
By inserting
very thin, disposable needles in strategic points of the channels,
acupuncture aims to restore the normal flow of qi and support the natural
healing processes by bringing the body's systems into balance. Although often described as
a means of pain relief, it is in fact used to treat people with a wide
range of illnesses. Its focus is on improving the overall well-being of
the patient, rather than the isolated treatment of specific symptoms.
What
conditions can be treated with acupuncture?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued an extensive list of conditions that can be treated with acupuncture. These include:
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chronic pain, including back pain and arthritis
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depression, anxiety and stress
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sleeping problems
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digestive problems including IBS
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migraines
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PMS, menstrual irregularities, menopausal syndrome
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high blood pressure and circulatory problems
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infertility
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asthma, sinusitis, bronchitis, hay fever and other respiratory conditions and allergies
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withdrawal symptoms during detoxification from addictive substances, including alcohol and nicotine
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symptoms arising during pregnancy such as morning sickness, digestive disturbances, back pain, oedema and others.
Acupuncture also can be used to simply harmonise mind, body and emotions.
