Acupuncture is an effective treatment for pain relief.
Pain relief in Colchester
The use of acupuncture releases certain pain relieving chemicals in the body. There are also very few side effects (if any!). Acupuncture is utilised on the NHS and in pain clinics. There are many acute conditions (plantar fasciitis, sciatica, tension headaches etc) that once treated, the patient should remain pain free. For more chronic conditions, like knee osteoarthritis, migraines, arthritis, and prostatitis, patients should have a short course of treatment. This helps get pain levels to a manageable level. They can then maintain it with a monthly ‘top up’.
It’s always worth contacting me for a chat prior to booking if you’re unsure of whether acupuncture would be of benefit.
Navigate here for more information on acupuncture for pain relief in Colchester. You may also like to have a look at Cupping therapy and Tuina massage.
Whilst pain killers are a godsend, it’s not wise to rely on them to continue with sporting activities. In doing so, more damage will occur. Acupuncture, Cupping, electro-acupuncture and/or Tuina massage are good options for athletes to heal and return quickly to their sporting activities.
I’m keen to encourage patients to seek out exercises that incorporate stretching and strengthening for good posture and preventing pain. Even in cases where there are bony changes as in arthritis, keeping muscles strong and balanced provides joint support. This significantly reduces pain.
