{"id":108218,"date":"2021-09-24T11:30:47","date_gmt":"2021-09-24T06:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/?p=108218"},"modified":"2021-09-23T20:14:59","modified_gmt":"2021-09-23T14:44:59","slug":"acupuncture-meaning-uses-and-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/education\/acupuncture-meaning-uses-and-benefits","title":{"rendered":"Acupuncture: Meaning, Uses and Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Acupuncture is an ancient chinese form of alternative medicine. It works by regulating your body\u2019s energy. According to the ancient texts, Acupuncture lets out your negative or excess energies and purifies the blood by puncturing vital points on your body known as \u2018meridians\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The idea behind Acupuncture<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">According to the Chinese text<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Huangdi Neijing<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, most diseases enter our bodies through our skin. They penetrate the skin\u2019s membrane and then join our muscles and bloodstream. You can let out the disease by inserting needles and puncturing your skin at the right points and depths.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How does it work?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Acupuncture was written and practised way before the invention of the microscope before we had any proper knowledge of internal organs. The watercourses highly inspired the ancient Chinese civilization. They believed just like tiny streams, seas, and tributaries end up in the ocean, the human body also has a similar life flow called<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2018QI\u2019.\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When a dam or blockage forms, the water flows above it or becomes stagnant. In the same way, specific blockages in our system can disturb our life flow. Acupuncture aims at removing these blocks and letting your vital energies flow uninhibited. That is the secret to physical and mental wellness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">All modern forms of Acupuncture have the flow of<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Qi\u00a0<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">at their core. If the flow of<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Qi<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0is maintained and a proper diet and physical routine, all forms of diseases can be rid of the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Modern explanation of Acupuncture<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Scientists today have a much more diverse knowledge and progressive technology to tackle diseases. Acupuncture research has shown promising results. Acupuncture points are mostly placed where nerves or muscles are present and can be stimulated. This can increase your blood flow which might help with sickness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What are the uses of Acupuncture?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Acupuncture is used today as a form of alternative medicine. Many people try Acupuncture alongside allopathic medication.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The most sought after causes for Acupuncture are:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Back pains<\/strong>&#8211; acupuncture needles are used at pressure points all over the back and help relieve tension from muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Neck pains-<\/strong> a similar procedure but focused on neck muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bone related problems such as <strong>osteoarthritis<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Headaches or migraine<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Acupuncture is recognised by WHO(World health organization) as a method of pain and stress reliever. It can help with the side effects of chemotherapy, menstrual cramps, arthritis, tennis elbow, among others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Is Acupuncture safe?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">According to WHO, Acupuncture is a perfectly safe and viable alternate form of medicine IF performed by licensed professionals or practitioners with proper knowledge and training. You can research the acupuncture centres in your locality, also check if they\u2019re authorised for the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What are the benefits of Acupuncture?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Acupuncture has no known side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If performed correctly and by professionals, Acupuncture is perfectly safe and helpful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For people with chronic illnesses or painful conditions, combining Acupuncture with western medicine can be highly beneficial.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Although it is highly safe and famous, it is not an alternative to actual medication and therapy. Individuals must contact their healthcare advisors regarding their conditions before removing western medicine and only acupuncture treatments.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Acupuncture is an ancient chinese form of alternative medicine. It works by regulating your body\u2019s energy. According to the ancient texts, Acupuncture lets out your negative or excess energies and purifies the blood by puncturing vital points on your body known as \u2018meridians\u2019. 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