Shingles
Shingles is a painful skin rash that is caused by the varicella zoster virus ( herpes zoster). It usually appears in a band, a strip, or a small area on one side of the face or body. Shingles occurs when the virus that causes chickenpox starts up again in the body. In some people, it stays dormant forever. In others, the virus “wakes up” when disease, stress, or aging or medication weakens the immune system. Shingles is most common in older adults and people who have weak immune systems because of stress, injury, certain medicines, and or other reasons.
Acupuncture Treats Shingles
Acupuncture can increase the body’s natural production of endorphins and white blood cells to stimulate natural pain killers and harmonize the central nervous system. This releases chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord and brain to reduce pain and increase the body’s ability to heal. These biochemical changes support the body’s natural healing abilities, improve circulation, and promote physical and emotional well-being.
Acupuncture Effectively Treats Shingles
Acupuncture is very effective in treating Shingles. Treatment frequency and number of treatments needed depend on a variety of factors; the severity and duration of the symptoms and the quality and quantity of your Qi. Some people experience immediate relief; others may take weeks or even months to achieve results. Angie may suggest one or two treatments per week, or monthly visits for health maintenance and seasonal “tune-ups”.
Acupuncture is often combined with Nutrition Response Testing® and Cupping for ultimate results!
Most patients find Acupuncture treatments very relaxing and fall asleep during treatment!
Acupuncture prescriptions are specially designed for each patient, to balance the body!
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