Acupuncture And Back Pain
Get The Facts About Acupuncture And Back Pain
By Jarrett Kruse
Acupuncture is an ancient treatment for back pain, and has proved successful in providing back pain relief for centuries. Some patients describe acupuncture as a back pain cure, especially for minor back pain., and prefer it to over the counter back pain medicine because they find it more effective without side effects that can come with even non-prescription medicines, such as upset stomach. Some patients report success even with serious back pain. As a treatment for back pain acupuncture is a relatively low-risk remedy. Acupuncture, chiropractics and medications are among the most common back pain treatments recommended by health care professionals.
According to the National Institutes for Health, back pain is the leading reason that people seek treatment from licensed acupuncturists. And their studies have shown it to be a highly effective treatment. The acupuncturist inserts needles into meridians, areas of the body where the acupuncturist can influence the flow of energy. Acupuncturists may also use electronic stimulation at the ends of the needles to enhance the treatment, or suction cups to draw out toxins. When seeking treatment, a few general guidelines may be useful in selecting an acupuncturist:
- Make sure the acupuncturist is licensed. Regulations may vary from state to state, but your acupuncturist should be able to easily show you a license to practice.
- Make sure that your acupuncturist uses disposable needles. Most states require this by law, but in some places acupuncturists reuse sterilized needles. disposable needles are the safest way to make sure you do not get any infection or complication from acupuncture.
- Make sure your treatment is relatively pain-free. you may feel an initial pinch or prick when the acupuncturist inserts the needle, but the sensation should subside quickly and you shouldn’t feel pain while the needles are left in. This can be anywhere from a half hour to an hour.
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