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ACUPUNCTURE
Western
Medicine Benefits from Eastern Traditions
Gilbert, Arizona (February 6, 2003) -
Acupuncture is a technique of healing that has been in use in the Orient for
thousands of years. It involves the use
of very fine needles inserted into certain points in the body, called
acupuncture points. This stimulates
energy flow, thereby promoting healing.
Energy moves through the body in
channels called meridians. There are
twelve principle meridians linked to twelve organs and the harmonious flow of
energy through these is necessary for the body to function properly, and for a
person to enjoy good health. Internal
and external influences can disturb or block energy flow and cause organ
dysfunction, which is responsible for the symptoms of illness.
Illnesses can be classified broadly in
two categories: acute and chronic. Acute illnesses are usually due to a state
of excess energy and chronic ones due to a deficiency state. In either case, the underlying cause is the
disturbed flow of energy through the channels.
Acupuncture is effective in treating
both acute and chronic conditions. The
underlying principle in treatment is to tonify
(i.e., stimulate an increased energy flow to a deficient area or system). or to
disperse (i.e. divert energy
from an area of excess), thus balancing and harmonizing the flow of energy
through the body. It is important to
know that response to treatment may result in temporary worsening of symptoms
as the body’s healing forces are mobilized.
Several treatments are usually required to resolve long-standing,
chronic problems. Acute conditions may
resolve quickly, and sometimes dramatically.
Acupuncture
can also be used to prevent illness.
Signs and symptoms of illness not only already point to organ systems
that are out of balance; but, serve to alert a knowledgeable practitioner of
other organs that are now vulnerable to injury. This makes early intervention possible.
Acupuncture is quite safe, especially
compared with other forms of treatment.
Complications are uncommon.
Sterile, disposable needles are used to prevent infection.
Problems that respond especially well to acupuncture include those affecting the musculoskeletal system, as well as the digestive, respiratory, and genito-urinary systems.