TO HELP MANAGE PAIN
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese treatment which is thought to restore energy flows in the body, thereby alleviating pain and allowing healing.
Acupuncture usually involves placing fine, sterile, stainless steel needles in specific locations on the body depending on the site of the pain. The needles may then be manipulated and rotated by hand or stimulated electrically.
The depth of the needle penetration, the number of points on your body that are stimulated and the duration of treatment will vary according to the symptoms.
Acupuncture is a simple and safe procedure if practiced by a properly qualified medical practitioner.
There may be a little discomfort during the treatment and you may experience slight bruising where the needles have been inserted.
Many doctors practicing acupuncture now use single or disposable needles to eliminate the risk of infection.
Some women suffering from endometriosis have gained significant relief from their pain with the use of acupuncture.
Acupressure originated in China as a first aid technique. It is based on the same principles as acupuncture but the acupuncture points are stimulated by finger pressure instead of needles.
Acupressure is easy to learn and can be performed by yourself or by a friend. It can be used for the relief of symptoms such as menstrual cramps and can also be a means of strengthening and balancing your body’s deep energies for the well-being of your body and mind.
Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a form of acupressure. It is an ancient Japanese art of applying pressure to acupuncture points and is combined with oriental massage. With regular use it is believed to improve your health by increasing the flow of energy through the body.
Shiatsu should be pleasurable, not painful. Once the correct technique has been learnt from a qualified person it is possible to have a friend give you a massage or even to do it yourself.
Reflexology
Reflexology is again similar to acupressure and is derived from the belief that discomfort and pain arises from blockings of the body’s vital energy.
It is believed that every organ of the body has a corresponding point on the foot. To treat problems affecting a particular part of the body, the appropriate point is located on the foot and then manipulated and massaged. This massage results in a stimulation and improvement of the energy flow to the affected organ and therefore brings about pain relief.
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