In combination with other methods, acupuncture helps to cope with myofascial pain (accompanied by neurological disorders in which involuntary muscle contraction occurs), radicular syndromes (develops in the pathology of the roots of the spinal cord) and diseases of the peripheral nerves, Maria, reflexologist told socialbites.ca Kareeva of the European Medical Center.
According to him, the success of the procedure depends on the disease, its severity and the patient’s sensitivity to this treatment method.
“I had a case in my practice where acupuncture combined with massage helped a patient with Parkinson’s disease reduce the muscle tone characteristic of this disease. In any case, the highest efficiency is achieved when a combined approach is used. You cannot go through several acupuncture sessions and get rid of depression: you need the help of a psychotherapist or psychiatrist. Some studies have shown that acupuncture releases dopamine and endorphins that help fight depression,” explained the reflexologist.
Kareeva added that her practice has shown that acupuncture in combination with other methods is effective in gynecological and urological diseases, including those associated with reproductive disorders.
“It is impossible to definitively answer the question of why acupuncture works. There are many different studies. Some talk about improving microcirculation and blood flow at the injection site. Others relate to the release of various substances that help cope with pain, ”said the expert.
In August, WHO hosted the first World Alternative Medicine Summit where, among other topics, the effectiveness of Chinese acupuncture (acupuncture) was discussed. “socialbites.ca” I learned Russian scientists are investigating whether they believe in this treatment, when it can be effective, and what the World Health Organization’s initiative is connected to.
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