20/02/2023
If you're dealing with chronic pain, migraines, or anxiety, you may have tried a variety of different treatments without success. However, many people have found relief from these conditions through acupuncture.
In fact, a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (Vickers et al., 2018) found that acupuncture can be just as effective as prescription medication for pain relief.
Another study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (Spence et al., 2004) found that acupuncture can help reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality.
If you're interested in learning more about how acupuncture can help with your specific health concerns, book a consultation with one of our acupuncturists today!
References:
Spence, D. W., Kayumov, L., Chen, A., Lowe, A., Jain, U., Katzman, M. A., ... & Shapiro, C. M. (2004). Acupuncture increases nocturnal melatonin secretion and reduces insomnia and anxiety: a preliminary report. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 10(3), 521-528.
Vickers, A. J., Cronin, A. M., Maschino, A. C., Lewith, G., MacPherson, H., Foster, N. E., ... & Sherman, K. J. (2018). Acupuncture for chronic pain: individual patient data meta-analysis. Journal of the American Medical Association, 319(24), 2570-2581.
