Back pain is a very common problem--one that will strike four out of five Americans at some time in their lives. In fact, it's 
one of the top reasons people seek medical care. Unfortunately, back pain isn't always easy to diagnose or relieve.

Acupuncture can be very effective in treating back pain naturally. They can also be used together with traditional Western treatments to maximize your healing and recovery. 

Causes of back pain:

            -Arthritis 
            -Scoliosis
            -Herniated disc
            -Bulging disc
            -Strained muscles or ligaments

An acupuncturist will not only work to relieve your symptoms, but will also work to find and treat the underlying cause of your pain. Research has shown that acupuncture provided long-term relief along with improvements in physical activity levels, 
quality of sleep and the diminished use of pain medication.

Once your practitioner has determined the cause of your back pain, he or she will create a specific treatment plan designed to address your concerns and boost your overall health and vitality. During acupuncture treatments, your practitioner will insert fine, sterile needles into specific acupuncture points along the meridian pathways in order to restore the balance and flow of Qi.  Depending on the specific diagnosis, back pain is generally treated with medications, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and in some cases, surgery.

Your practitioner may also suggest lifestyle changes and self-care techniques, especially if you struggle with chronic pain. These may include:

            -Improving your posture
            -Exercising        
            -Managing stress 

More and more people are finding relief for both acute and chronic back pain through acupuncture and TCM. If you or someone  you love is struggling with back pain, call today to find out how acupuncture can help.

 

 

Acupuncture and Lower Back Pain

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