”I went through two other centers and never had a clue—but you showed me where to find it and how to fix it. You truly opened my eyes.”
–Pat
Acupuncture Treatment
Acupuncture Treatment is one of our most effective tools in treating pain, depression and addiction. The history of acupuncture goes back many centuries and, until recently, was used primarily in China. There’s no question that it works. But western scientists have their own ideas as to why.
Acupuncture for Pain Relief
We have found acupuncture to be especially effective in treating both chronic and acute pain. It stimulates the secretion of endorphins in the body which are opioid peptides involved in regulating pain in the body. Endorphins are our body’s natural painkillers and are 1000 times stronger than morphine.
Pain signals must pass through a number of high-traffic 'gates' as they move from the area of injury upward through the spinal cord into the brain. Like a road or highway, these nerves can handle only a limited number of nerve signals at one time. Acupuncture generates competing signals and effectively interrupts the neurotransmission of the pain signals, resulting in a reduction in pain. This is called the 'Gate Control Theory' and is the most popular theory among western scientists.
Acupuncture for Depression and Anxiety
Acupuncture is effective in treating depression and mood disorders by affecting Serotonin, Dopamine and Noradrenaline levels. This is called the 'Neurotransmitter Theory'. If you or someone you know suffers from a chemical imbalance, acupuncture is a proven procedure in helping you to regain emotional and physical balance in your life.
Acupuncture for Addiction
Acupuncture has also proven successful in the treatment of addiction. Besides helping to curb cravings, it helps patients improve their sleep, stop nausea, lower stress, improve concentration and stop pain. Releasing endorphins helps with a gentler detoxification, while balancing the hormones naturally improves the mood, enabling the patient to focus on attaining the skills to maintain a life of sobriety.
For more information about our acupuncture treatment program and other drug rehab programs here at Sovereign Health, contact us by email or by calling 877.633.7764.
