Acupuncture stimulates the body to produce endorphins and oxytocin, its own pain and stress-relieving chemicals. It may promote sleep by stimulating the release of melatonin in the body and may encourage a sense of well-being by stimulating the release of serotonin.
The use of Acupuncture Needles also stimulates nerve fibres to block out pain signals and helps to reduce the sensitivity of tender points in the body. Over the years acupuncture has become more more popular and aids now even provided by the NHS.
The NHS use acupuncture for various purposes, primarily as a complementary therapy to conventional medical treatments. Some common uses of acupuncture within the NHS include:
Acupuncture is often used to help alleviate chronic pain conditions, such as lower back pain, osteoarthritis, and migraines.
It can be used to relieve nausea and vomiting caused by conditions like chemotherapy or morning sickness during pregnancy.
Acupuncture may be recommended for musculoskeletal problems like tennis elbow, frozen shoulder, or knee pain.
Some NHS facilities offer acupuncture as part of a holistic approach to managing mental health conditions like anxiety and depression.
Acupuncture may be used in conjunction with fertility treatments to improve chances of conception.
Acupuncture may be provided to palliative care patients to help manage pain and improve their quality of life.
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