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According
to ancient Chinese medical philosophy, disease is the result of an imbalance of
energy in the body. Acupuncture is believed to balance this energy and, thereby,
assist the body to heal disease.
Acupuncture can assist the body to heal
itself by affecting certain physiological changes.
So, acupuncture can
stimulate nerves, increase blood circulation, relieve muscle spasm, and cause
the release of hormones, such as endorphins (one of the body's pain control chemicals)
and cortisol (a natural steroid).
Acupuncture is one of the safest forms
of medical treatment for animals when it is administered by a properly trained
veterinarian. Side effects of acupuncture are rare, but they do exist. An animal's
condition may seem worse for up to 48 hours after a treatment. Other animals may
become sleepy or lethargic for 24 hours after acupuncture. These effects are an
indication that some physiological changes are developing, and they are most often
followed by an improvement in the animal's condition.
The
World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture
and traditional Oriental
medicine's ability to treat over 43 common disorders including: - Disorders
of the Bones, Muscles, Joints and NervousSystem, i.e. arthritis, migraine headaches,
neuralgia, insomnia, dizziness , back, neck and shoulderpain
| - Respiratory
Disorders, i.e. emphysema, sinusitis,asthma, allergies, bronchitis, common cold
and flu
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Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat
| - Gynecological
Disorders, i.e. irregular, heavy, or painful menstruation, infertility in women
and men, PMS, menopausal imbalances
| - DisordersAddictions,
i.e. alcohol, nicotine and drugs
| - Urogenital
Disorders, i.e. stress incontinence, urinary tract infections, and sexual dysfunction
| - Emotional
and Psychological Disorders, ie: depression and anxiety
| - Gastrointestinal
Disorders, i.e. food allergies, peptic ulcers, chronic diarrhea, constipation,
indigestion, gastrointestinal weakness, anorexia and gastritis
| - Circulatory
Disorders, i.e. hypertension, angina pectoris, arteriosclerosis and anemia
| - Supportive
Therapy, for other chronic and painfuldebilitating disorders
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