clarington chiropractic clinic

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Acupuncture

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Acupuncture is  a therapeutic method from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in which fine, solid needles are inserted at specific points in the body.  Medical acupuncture is performed by  health-care professionals  (e.g. physicians, chiropractors, physiotherapists) who combine this treatment with other therapeutic approaches, as needed.

 

Acupuncture is one of the safest therapeutic interventions  ever  used   by   humankind, with a time-tested record of millions of treatments, virtually free of side effects.  Nowadays, the use of sterile disposable needles has totally eliminated the risk of infection.

 

Acupuncture does not cause any significant discomfort in the majority of patients.  The needles are very fine and do not damage the   tissues   when   inserted.  For many people,  acupuncture is a   pleasant   experience due to the sense of well-being that usually follows the treatment.

 

The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of:

 

Neurologic & Muscular Disorders:

· Acute Sprains and Strains

· Headaches

· Neck & Shoulder Pain

· Back Pain & Sciatica

· Degenerative Disc Disease

· Facial Pain

· Sports Injuries

· Joint Pain (e.g. osteoarthritis)

· Post-herpetic neuralgia (e.g.  shingles)

 

Repetitive Strain Disorders:

· Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

· Tennis Elbow

· Plantar Fascitis

· Achilles  Tendonitis

 

Digestive Disorders:

· Irritable Bowel Syndrome

· Constipation or Diarrhea

· Gastritis

 

Respiratory Problems

· Sinusitis

· Asthma

· Sore throat

· Recurrent Respiratory Tract Infections

 

Stress & Psycho-emotional  Problems

· Anxiety

· Mild Depression

· Insomnia