Acupuncture and Pain Management: What the Science is Saying

Acupuncture Drew Nesbitt1 Acupuncture and Pain Management:  What the Science is SayingWhen most people think of acupuncture they often think of its use in the realm of pain management.  It’s not much of a surprise to people that acupuncture is great for pain but what is the mechanism of action and why does it work so well for this common complaint?   The following are a few of the most common conclusions to these questions.

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How Does Acupuncture Really Work?

acupuncture pic 21 300x199 How Does Acupuncture Really Work?“How does acupuncture really work?” this is by far the most common question in any acupuncture clinic.   However, most clients don’t realize how incredibly difficult it is to answer.  There are no simple answers when it comes to explaining how acupuncture works particularly to the science minded individual.  Words such as “Qi, meridian, Yin and Yang” permeate conversations with TCM practitioners which add to the mystery (and the hesitation towards) the 3000 year old medicine.

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