by urban-acupuncture | May 10, 2021 | Acupuncture
Sinus Problem Treatments
Sinus problems, whether they stem from sinusitis, hay, or even a bad nasal blockage, can leave people feeling unwell. In the human body, the sinuses are found in four areas of the head that are connected to each other.
When a sinus problem develops, one of the most immediate effects people report is a headache. Some people face difficulty breathing, and others report lethargy and a general feeling of being unwell. While the symptoms and causative factors that lead to sinus problems differ from person to person, the end result is the same. The person suffers. Chronic sinus problems can be especially troublesome who experience it.
But can acupuncture help solve this? Let’s look at what a sinus problem indicates first.
What Causes Sinus Problems?
Your sinuses constitute four parts of your face that are interconnected. These are:
- The area of the skull that’s right behind the forehead.
- The eyes.
- The nose.
- The cheeks.
These portions of the face produce mucus that is harmlessly released by the body through the nose. You’ll hardly feel this happen, and its purpose is to remove dirt, bacteria, as well as other foreign irritants from the body.
When your sinuses are working fine, this isn’t a problem. But if your sinuses get clogged up, then the debris that the nose would’ve normally ejected can’t be released. Your sinuses can get blocked for various reasons. Some of these include:
- Sinusitis
- A bad cold
- Allergies
- The development of polyps in the nasal cavity
When the nose can’t effectively discharge the pollutants, this leads to a build-up of pressure. It’s this sensation that causes physical discomfort in people and leads them to look for solutions.
There are some common symptoms associated with problems of the sinus. These include but aren’t limited to:
- Headaches
- Difficulty breathing
- Pain in the sinus
- Fever
- Yellow or green mucus coming out from the nose
- Congestion
How Can Acupuncture Help Heal Sinus Problems?
Clogged sinuses represent an imbalance of the specific areas of the body. As a way to restore the balance, acupuncturists make use of fine needles that address various pressure points. When the needle is removed, the blockage is released and the energy in the body can flow smoothly once again.
People have reported that acupuncture provides immediate relief from sinus-related problems. The most common report is that headaches subside surprisingly fast following an acupuncture session to heal those targeted areas.
Are You Suffering From Sinus Related Issues?
Before your acupuncturist begins their session with you, they’ll ask for details on the history of your sinus condition. After assessing your situation and determining which pressure points need to be addressed to clear your nasal blockages, your acupuncturist will help you heal your sinus problems.
If you live in Columbus, Clintonville, or Westerville in Ohio, why not consider acupuncture as a way to relieve you from your sinus problems? Simply visit or call us at the Urban Acupuncture Centre to book your therapy session, and use acupuncture to heal your sinus and find relief from pain.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | May 10, 2021 | Acupuncture Columbus
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by urban-acupuncture | May 1, 2021 | Acupuncture Columbus
Reduce Back Pain With Massage
Lower back pain is an issue that’s very common. People who perform regular exercise and sports training, people who are older and even those who have postural problems can experience it.
Those who work regular 9 to 5 office jobs have to sit at their office chairs for hours on end. This is another scenario that can provoke lower back pain. People who experience lower back pain report discomfort, a tightening of the muscles and limited movement over time.
Is there anything you can do to combat lower back pain? Many people turn to medical practitioners and chiropractors to help resolve lower back pain. While these do provide benefits that improve pain and help people, they aren’t capable of completely alleviating the problem.
The role of neuromuscular massage therapy in alleviating lower back pain
Massage therapy is increasingly becoming popular among the masses. You may have heard about deep tissue massage, sports massage and even the Shiatsu massage. But what about Neuromuscular Massage Therapy?
In this form of massage therapy, the masseur addresses the soft tissues in the body. When the soft tissues in the lower back area and massaged, it immediately helps to alleviate lower back pain. According to the American Academy of Pain Management, Neuromuscular Massage Therapy has the ability to help those who are suffering from severe lower back pain.
What are the benefits of neuromuscular massage therapy?
Neuromuscular Massage Therapy is a form of restorative therapy. It can extend the benefits you obtain from medical care and help boost your body’s ability to combat lower back pain.
There are various benefits you can expect from your neuromuscular therapy sessions. These include:
- Pain Relief: The soft tissue massage treatment provides pain relief without the need for pain medications.
- Increased Mobility: When you experience lower back pain, the muscles in the area have already tightened. This causes a decrease in your general flexibility in addition to the pain. Your neuromuscular massage therapy treatment will free up the tensed muscles in your lower back, giving you freer movement.
- Stress Reduction: Consistent lower back pain is also associated with stress. Over time, you risk developing anxiety and even depression owing to the constant pain you’re experiencing. Massage therapies are known to help reduce stress. Neuromuscular massage therapy, in particular, can help you to feel relaxed and remove your stress.
- Increased Serotonin and Dopamine: Serotonin, in particular, can help reduce pain. Aside from being the ‘feel-good’ hormone that helps in mood upliftment, it also helps your body deal with pain more effectively. Your neuromuscular massage therapy session will help increase the levels of serotonin and dopamine in your body. This can in turn help alleviate lower back pain.
- Improved Blood Circulation: Blood circulation is necessary to help your muscles recover from feeling sore. Muscle soreness can often be experienced after hard physical activity. A neuromuscular massage therapy session can make you feel better and improve your body’s ability to heal itself.
Neuromuscular Massage Therapy has many benefits. Aside from alleviating lower back pain, you’ll also leave your therapy session feeling happier, more relaxed, with greater flexibility of movement, and with better immune health. If you live in Columbus, Westerville, or Clintonville in Ohio, why not book a neuromuscular massage therapy session with at Urban Acupuncture Centre? Feel the benefits of neuromuscular massage therapy and find relief from lower back pain with our masseurs.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Apr 10, 2021 | Acupuncture
Millions of people around the world suffer from arthritis. This is a common health issue that causes inflammation and pain in the joints. Both osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect a person’s quality of life. Both types of arthritis present symptoms that range from mild to debilitating pain.
Acupuncture: An ancient medicine for arthritis relief
Acupuncture has its roots in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). This is an ancient treatment procedure involving the insertion of fine stainless steel needles into precise locations in the body.
Prior to treatment, the patient is thoroughly assessed by a trained practitioner. Next, the acupuncturist starts the treatment by inserting needles at specific points on the patient’s body. The location will depend on the specific health concern. For example, for arthritis-related knee pain, the needles are inserted around the knees.
TCM practitioners use acupuncture to treat numerous complaints such as:
- lower back pain
- headache
- neck pain
- dental pain
- post-surgical pain
- knee pain
How acupuncture treats arthritic pain
In TCM theory, “qi” is a vital life energy. It flows across various body channels or meridians. When a blockage occurs in the passage of qi, it may result in pain and illness. During the acupuncture session, the practitioner can stimulate nearly 2,000 points to restore qi flow and alleviate symptoms.
Several studies have shown that acupuncture is an effective treatment option for relieving arthritis-related knee pain. How? Acupuncture produces an anti-inflammatory response in the body. It suppresses the inflammatory response, improving blood circulation and relaxing muscle tone.
In TCM, the acupuncturist creates an individualized treatment plan for every patient. Although how acupuncture relieves arthritic pain is still unclear, many individuals report feeling better after the treatment.
Benefits of acupuncture
Patients who undergo acupuncture treatment for arthritis often report a significant improvement.
The Arthritis Foundation lists the following benefits of acupuncture:
- improved sleep due to melatonin release
- stress relief after stimulation of oxytocin and endorphins
- pain relief after nerve fibers are stimulated to block pain signals.
A study published in 2019 in the Journal of Alternative and Complimentary Medicine found that people with RA felt significantly better after acupuncture treatment. In the study, the researchers created three groups:
- Group 1- received acupuncture with the TCM method
- Group 2- received acupuncture at random locations on the body
- Group 3- no treatment
Participants in Group1 reported less pain, better arm and hand strength, and better health and quality of life compared to the other groups.
Both RA and OA present a unique set of symptoms for each person. Therefore, it’s best to seek an individualized treatment plan that combines different therapy options. Many people seek acupuncture as a trusted method for experiencing knee pain relief from arthritis. Although scientists are still unable to explain how acupuncture works in the body, people living with mild to severe arthritis pain can still benefit from this treatment option.
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For more information about how acupuncture and treatment options can help you feel better, please get in touch with the board-certified team at Urban Acupuncture Center in Clintonville, Ohio. This clinic also serves customers from Columbus and Westerville.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Apr 1, 2021 | Acupuncture
Can Acupuncture Help You Sleep?
Who hasn’t had that awful experience of crawling out of bed and facing a busy day after tossing and turning all night long?
Almost everyone, at some point, will have to deal with interrupted sleep. For some people, it might be just one night or a couple of isolated occurrences. For others, disordered sleep patterns—insomnia—is a daily problem that can have a devastating impact on their well-being.
Most doctors recommend that adults get at least eight hours of sleep every night. Unfortunately, studies show that most adults in the United States today get by on far less.
But as we all know (even if we don’t always like to admit it), our doctors are usually right. A good night’s sleep is the foundation of a healthy, active lifestyle. An important first step is making sure that you set enough time aside in your busy schedule to get the full amount of sleep you need. Daily exercise and screen-free time right before bedtime can also help promote healthy sleep habits.
Yet people who struggle to fall asleep, wake frequently, or suffer from other sleep problems may need to take additional steps to get the healthy sleep they need.
Regular Acupuncture treatments can offer hope to individuals suffering from insomnia or other sleep problems. Read more about how acupuncture can help you get a better night’s sleep.
Benefits of Acupuncture for Sleep-Related Problems
Acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine designed to bring your Qi, or vital life energy, into balance, or homeostasis. Homeostasis is a state of balance where the body can self-relate its internal functions to maintain good health and well-being.
Unfortunately, many aspects of living in today’s busy world can create an imbalance or cause your Qi to become blocked. When this happens, the body can no longer self-regulate and self-heal.
Stimulating points along the meridians—channels through which your Qi flows—can address sleep issues by bringing your body into balance. Acupuncture has been shown to help promote better sleep through stress-reduction and relaxation. But it can also address underlying concerns undermining good sleep patterns.
Why You Should Try Acupuncture for Your Sleep-Related Issues
Just one night of interrupted sleep might not be so bad. If sleep normally isn’t a problem, you can probably make it up with a short nap followed by a good night’s sleep.
But letting sleep issues go unresolved over the long term can be extremely detrimental to your health, your well-being, and even your safety. Multiple studies have indicated that lack of sleep can lead to:
- A higher risk of accidents due to slowed reaction time
- Lower levels of performance at work or school
- Increased risk of mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, and addiction
- Increased risk of long-term health concerns such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes
- Visible signs of rapid aging
Acupuncture v. Sleep Aids
The long-term health risks associated with insomnia and sleep problems probably don’t come as a surprise to many people. Yet in the daily fight to get a good night’s sleep, many people quickly turn to over-the-counter sleep aids.
Unfortunately, sleep aids are not an ideal solution, especially when coping with long-term sleep problems.
Most sleep aids, whether OTC or prescription, can be addictive, both physically and psychologically. Some come with serious potential side effects that can create their own health risks. And they never address the underlying issues that may be causing the insomnia in the first place.
Acupuncture, on the other hand, has shown to be a low-risk method of addressing sleep concerns. It is both safe and effective for many individuals.
Acupuncture Promotes Better Sleep by Addressing Underlying Conditions
And not only is acupuncture generally safer than sleep aids in both the short- and long-term. It can also help address some underlying medical conditions that may be at the root of your sleep issues.
Acupuncture can, for example, help relieve pain and discomfort. In some cases, acupuncture may be able to help address specific issues such as sleep apnea. And perhaps most importantly, it can also help reduce stress and anxiety, which are one of the most common reasons for disordered sleep.
So if you are having trouble sleeping, why not give acupuncture a try? Especially when combined with a healthy lifestyle and good sleep hygiene, acupuncture can help you say goodbye to those sleepless nights and tired days.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
