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5 Unexpected Benefits of Acupuncture
Acupuncture is founded on the ancient belief in qi, which is the energy in our body. This treatment seeks to improve the flow of that energy.
That sets acupuncture apart from a lot of other treatments today, which target only the health condition or the symptoms it causes. Because acupuncture addresses your body as a whole, it can have some wide-reaching benefits. Those often extend beyond the remedy you were seeking, whether that was relief from arthritis pain, fewer allergy symptoms, or something else.
That’s why Dr. Trace Alexander offers acupuncture at our Legacy Pain and Regenerative Medicine offices in Plano and Addison, Texas. With this ancient treatment, he can help relieve your discomfort.
At the same time, your acupuncture treatment might deliver benefits like:
1. Boosted energy
Because acupuncture focuses on the body’s energy, it’s unsurprising that a lot of people report feeling energized after treatment. If you’ve been looking for a natural way to fight fatigue, this ancient treatment provides an excellent option.
2. System-wide pain relief
Dr. Alexander can use certain acupressure points to target pain you feel in a specific area. Still, this treatment often helps with pain relief throughout your body.
That’s because acupuncture has an effect on your central nervous system. As it goes to work, it encourages your body to release endorphins. These are your body’s natural painkillers. They can fight stress and heighten your sense of well-being, too.
As a result, acupuncture can go beyond easing your discomfort in only a localized area. It can help you feel better overall.
3. Better sleep
Researchers are uncovering increasing connections between acupuncture and improved sleep. Even if you’re not seeking treatment for a sleep issue like insomnia, you might get a more restful night’s sleep with acupuncture.
4. Fewer headaches
Even if you’re not coming to Dr. Alexander for headaches, most of us experience this uncomfortable sensation from time to time. Fortunately, acupuncture is a noted treatment option for headaches and migraines. You might notice less head pain from life’s daily stressors as you get acupuncture.
5. No medication-related side effects
Acupuncture gives Dr. Alexander a prescription-free way to treat a wide range of health conditions. As a result, it has the benefit of protecting you from unwelcome side effects that come with a lot of medication-based options. You don’t need to worry about mood changes, weight gain, loss of libido, or anything else.
The most common side effect of acupuncture is extremely minor bleeding or bruising. If this happens, it should abate quickly.
All told, acupuncture can deliver a lot of bodywide benefits. To see if this kind of treatment is right for you, call our team at Legacy Pain and Regenerative Medicine at 972-899-9797 or send us a message online today.
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