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Acupuncture (Alternative Healing)
Acupuncture (针炙) In recent years, alternative form of medication and healing has been gaining prominence and popularity in every part of the world. In Singapore, it is no exception. Below is a short write-up and a quick overview to what I know of acupuncture: What exactly is it? It is a form of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that has been practised for thousands of years. The technique involves inserting thin metallic needles into the skin at specific acupuncture points or meridians for the relief of pain and therapeutic purposes.
The concept behind it:
In TCM, the body is regarded to be comprised of two equal and opposite forces known as Yin (阴) and Yang (阳). Yin signifies the cold, passive and slow while Yang represents hot, active and energetic. Good health can be obtained by maintaining the balance of these two forces.
A slight imbalance will result in the obstruction or blockage of the “vital energy”also known as Qi (气) along major channels or pathways in the body called meridians. What can be treated? It is widely known that Accupuncture is effective especially in the relief of pain, insomnia, depression and headache. Others include menstrual pain, stroke rehabilitation, sports injuries, backpain, asthma and migraines. How the illments are treated? Acupuncture stimulates the body to secrete its own morphine-like chemicals to alleviate pain. Once the needles are in place, the patient can expect to feel a dull sensation, a sense of warmth, and deep sense of relaxation.
It is obvious that although Acupuncture is not able to heal broken bones, its main purpose is to improve the efficiency, function and quality of the organs in our body.
After a treatment, scientists noted that there is an increase in the levels of white blood cells and α, β, ɣ globulins. These globulins assist the white blood cells to fight infections. Does it hurt? The needles used are extremely fine and depending on the skin sensitivity of the patient, pain is often not felt. However, some acupuncture points are more sensitive than others. Feedback from most patients say that it is not pain at all. What are the possible risks and side effects of Acupuncture? Generally, side effects or risks seemed to be pertaining to the hygiene of the needles when they are not sufficiently sterilized or poor training of the practitioner resulting in improper delivery of treatment
Minor bleeding after removal of the needles, bruises and dizziness are also reported but statistics have shown that all these only affects 1 to 3 % of the patients.
Nerve damage may occur when a nerve is accidentally punctured or pneumothorax, which is the accidental puncture of the lung, resulting in a partial collapse of the lung.
All these can be prevented by seeking treatment from accredited and certified acupuncturists. Some videos below for your enjoyment! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRUxQa0s75c
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYsN-FiceXA
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