In spite of decades of research regarding the negative effects of recreational and pharmaceutical drugs, nicotine, alcohol, sugar and caffeine –people continue to use these dangerous substances to the detriment of their well-being and that of the people who love them. Why? Simply because they are profoundly addictive in nature. To overcome addiction, patients need a strong foundation of support. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can be an integral part of the road to recovery from addiction. It is important to note the support of a good medical doctor, therapist, a regular exercise program, and a healthy diet are of vital importance on a recovery journey as well.
There is a national opioid crisis in our country due to the overuse of pharmaceuticals to treat pain. Acupuncture is a well-documented method of easing and resolving chronic pain without the use of addictive pharmaceuticals – increasing the patient’s physical activity and ability to heal naturally. See more information on treating pain with acupuncture.
Create a Support System
Creating a circle of support takes the kind of focus that comes from a deep commitment and calm resolve. A calm and rested state of mind is not usual when patients are dealing with addiction. If the mind cannot turn itself off, it effects well-being profoundly — disturbing sleep patterns, frame of mind, and overall body balance. Acupuncture and prescribed herbal remedies offer a well researched modality to safely and effectively treat addiction and core issues that can accompany addiction, including pain, anxiety, stress, and insomnia.
Use Acupuncture to Make Your Body an Ally in Recovery
Acupuncture guides patients into a deep healing state of relaxation, while in this relaxing state the acupuncture needles work to resolve stressors that commonly come with addiction issues. Acupuncture points stimulate the nervous system to release chemicals in the muscles, spinal cord and brain; these chemicals either change the experience of stress, or trigger release of other chemicals and hormones — influencing the body’s internal regulating system and stimulating its natural healing abilities. Obstructions in the body’s energy pathways are unblocked, restoring healthy flow to the tissues which naturally helps correct imbalances in the body’s brain chemistry and internal organs.
Acupuncture protocols often use ear points to help balance a patients overall constitution. Fine needles are inserted into a set of 5 acupuncture points on each ear along with other points on the body. Acupuncture treatment reduces symptoms associated with addictions, including withdrawal symptoms, cravings and anxiety.
The needles do not hurt, most patients feel only a minimal prick as they are inserted, many feel nothing at all and sleep on the acupuncture table, getting much needed rest and relaxation. Visits to an acupuncture clinic several times a week for the first couple of weeks is recommended to get the healing process rolling — however, recommendations vary depending on the patients condition.
I am a certified detox specialist and trained in NADA protocol (ear acupuncture for the treatment of recovery from addiction).
Low Cost Option: After establishing my patients health needs and goals in the first one to three treatments, I offer an affordable quick and easy 30 minute treatment plan to make coming 2-4 times weekly more affordable. One hour treatments are always available when a longer “acu-nap” is desired.
Some of the addiction related issues that lend themselves well to the 30-40 minute treatments include:
- Addictions: Recreational Drugs and Pharmaceuticals, Alcohol, Nicotine, Caffeine, and Sugar
- ADD/ADHD
- Allergies, Asthma
- Anxiety, Depression, Stress and Insomnia
- PTSD
- Substance Abuse Recovery
- Weight Loss, sugar cravings and more . . .
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Learn More in Person
Come to my free talk October 29th on “Overcoming Addictions with Acupuncture” at 7:00 pm Peoples Pharmacy Wellness Center, Lakeline location. More details at http://peoplesrx.com/ seminar and event calendar.
Also, you can hear me on the “Let’s Get Healthy” Live Radio Show. See archive shows on various topics.
Don’t hesitate to email me cls@seasonshealth.com with any questions.
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