Can Acupuncture Help with Fibromyalgia?
Discover the potential benefits of acupuncture for fibromyalgia sufferers.
Acupuncture/Acupressure
Acupuncture Will Put You Back on Your Feet
A night out in heels. A long walk with the dog. A busy day at work. A day of museum-hopping. We have all had days where we come home and our feet are killing us. For some people, this kind of pain is all too common, and it can limit their ability to participate in … Read more
Critics on Acupuncture to be better than Placebo for pain relief
For the past few years, it has been a great alternative medication to use Acupuncture to treat problems related to pain. Even the doctors have started to prescribe acupuncture treatment for patients who report chronic pain. People who are in the health care industries still believe acupuncture to be good for pain relief. Recently there … Read more
Treating Menstrual Pain with Acupressure Points
Acupressure for Women: Acupressure for menstrual cramps These days, more and more people are turning away from traditional medical treatments for their conditions and turning to more natural ways such as acupressure. PMS and menstrual cramping are no different. While it is true that there are many great medical treatments, it’s best to do things … Read more
Can Acupuncture help with sciatic nerve pain?
Acupuncture, a 3000 year old healing technique that originates from Chinese medicine, improves the function of the body through the promotion of the self-healing process. This is done by stimulating certain anatomical points called “acupuncture points” or “acupoints”, through inserting fine, sterile needles into the skin. Acupuncture, according to a number of case studies, is … Read more
The Importance of Leg Pressure Points
We have what is known as pressure points scattered throughout the body. These pressure points reduce pain when pressure or manipulation is applied correctly. In addition to alleviating pain, manipulation of these pressure points may also provide other significant benefits to the health. Pressure points can be found in the head, neck, back, arms, legs … Read more
Acupressure Points Back Pain Can Be Relieved By
At this point, most of us have heard of acupuncture and acupressure. A passing thought with knowledge toward a vague definition means little until real back pain occurs. There are specific points on the body which can be addressed should such pain arise. Such points are not always in the back, however. In fact, much … Read more
Acupressure Has Ancient Roots and Current Applications in the World of Neck Pain Sufferers
Neck Pain is a challenging condition to treat, due to the multitude of possible causes. Trauma, muscle strain and poor posture are just as likely to cause neck pain as tumors, degenerative diseases and abnormalities that exist in the bones and/or joints. Therefore, treatment that works quickly and effectively on neck pain to bring relief … Read more
Pressure Points/Tender Points for Fibromyalgia
Before we can figure out the pressure points that indicate control fibromyalgia pain, you must first know what exactly fibromyalgia is. Fibromyalgia is the second most common musculoskeletal condition. It is surpassed only by osteoarthritis. Due to its similarities to arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions, it is quite often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. The characteristics of … Read more
Relieving Headaches Naturally with Pressure Points
The definition of a headache is pain that is arising from the upper neck or head. This pain comes from the tissues and other structures surrounding the brain because the brain actually has no nerves that the sensation of pain can come from. In other words, no pain fibers. The pain results when the muscles … Read more