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Friday, March 18, 2016

By Maria Wagner


It is estimated that 80% of all people will complain of back pain at one point in life. In fact, it is one of the most common reasons people visit physicians to seek medical attention. Fortunately, Acupuncture for back pain San Jose CA offers the perfect remedy to this problem.

Acupuncture is not new. The Chinese have had it for the last 3000 years. But to the rest of us, it is spreading like wildfire, and is now available in any city in the world. Its success is mainly due to the approach used. Unlike other therapies that introduce chemicals (either natural herbs or inorganic chemical) to alter the body system, this alternative therapy simply stimulates the body for self-healing.

Several studies have confirmed its effectiveness in treating a number of conditions and now there are insurance policies that cover it. It works by stimulating specific points in the body to release hormones that alter the body functioning and facilitate natural healing.

The spots are referred to as acupuncture points or simply the acupoints. In order to stimulate these spots, most acupuncturists use fine sterile needles that are inserted to the sport through the skin. The needles may be retained for up to 30 minutes and most patients are able to report that they are feeling relaxed and better during or immediately after the first treatment.

The treatment process starts by the acupuncturist inquiring about your medical history. The practitioners then go ahead to inspect the tongue with the specific focus on the shape, color, and the coating. He then feels your pulse and may proceed with other physical examinations as he deems necessary. This allows him to come up with the most effective treatment plan to address the problem in the shortest time possible.

It also helps improve muscle stiffness as well as joint mobility through the increase of the local microcirculation, which in turn, aids in the dispersal of the swelling and the bruising. With all these, the end result is that these patients may avoid the use of medication, enjoy a less costly treatment alternative and get faster results, particularly when used together with other alternatives.

When it comes to the frequency and the number of treatments required, it often differs from one person to the other. While most people get relieved in the first treatment, two treatments every week for several months may be required for a long standing chronic back pain.

The treatment starts by the initial assessments such as physical examination and inquiry into your health history. The most common steps involved in physical examination include examining the tongue by observing the color, its shape, and the coating. The practitioner then goes ahead to feel your pulse and other physical examination before recommending the best treatment plan.

In most cases, a single treatment is often enough. However, some people may require more treatment sessions. For instance, in the case of a long-lasting chronic back pain, the practitioner may recommend two sessions per week for several months.




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