Acupuncture Myths and Misconceptions
Acupuncture is an alternative form of medicine originating from Eastern health practices. For over 2000 years, treatments have effectively alleviated pain and improved numerous types of health conditions.
This traditional Chinese method involves inserting extremely thin needles at strategic points in the body in order to restore blocked or disrupted pathways. The needles are designed to naturally fuel anatomic sites and help to bring your energy flow back to full functionality.
Acupuncture is especially recommended to treat the following symptoms:
Acute, chronic pain, injury, trauma, inflammatory pain
Stress/anxiety, depression, mood swings
Digestive issues
Irregular menses, menopause, fertility issues(female/male)
Headaches and migraines
Sleep deprivation
Even with acupuncture growing in popularity as an operative health treatment method, there are still a number of fallacies related to its technique and effectiveness.
To clarify, here are four myths related to acupuncture:
There is no real science behind acupuncture: MYTH
Because of its ancient, drug-free, non-invasive nature, acupuncture has often been categorized over the years as “folk medicine”. But for the past several decades, it has been widely accepted as an alternative medicine treatment option recommended by professional medical practitioners all over the world.
Acupuncture hurts: MYTH
It’s fair to assume that any treatment involving needles will be painful; but in fact, acupuncture is known to be very relaxing. The needles are very thin and only sting slightly. If any discomfort is experienced in the beginning, it fades away just as quickly and leaves you feeling quite calm and peaceful.
It takes just a couple of treatments to heal: MYTH
Like any form of health therapy, the number of treatments will vary depending on the severity of the condition. Because so many patients feel instant relief after the first treatment, they believe it’s sufficient. In reality, one or two treatments alleviate the symptoms remedy the origin of the problem. It can sometimes take weekly appointments lasting several months to treat more acute, complex, or chronic conditions.
Acupuncture doesn’t attack the problem: MYTH
Acupuncture is not a Band-Aid treatment. In fact, acupuncture needles are meant to teach the body systems to heal themselves. The needles function in a way that stimulates crucial parts of the body to produce natural painkillers which reduce inflammation, improve digestive function, sleep apnea, and fight many serious illnesses. If the body heals itself, then no additional invasive treatment or pills are needed. Symptoms will alleviate as a result of a healthy, fully functional body.
Acupuncture isn’t about quick fixes, rather it’s about supporting your body in a way that’s natural, sustainable, and deeply restorative. If you’re curious about how acupuncture can support you, this is a beautiful time to begin especially as we move through a season of growth and renewal.
Book your seasonal acupuncture tune-up with me and move into balance again. For new patients, please call 250-492-3181 and for existing patients you can book with Jane app here
Be Well,
Judy Mazurin
