Acupuncture Changes Your Brain
We often think of human health as disparate organs and other body parts. While Traditional Chinese Medicine does discuss similar items they are not the same. In fact, acupuncture changes your brain in ways that Traditional Chinese Medicine never even tried to express… because it is a system of medicine that embraces a holistic approach. Still, recent research suggests there are changes to your brain from acupuncture.
Most everyone knows what acupuncture is, but do you actually know how it affects you? The age-old practice has been around for at least two thousand years (and some people believe it is much older than that), and despite any skepticism about its efficacy, the benefits of acupuncture for various health conditions and pain are backed by a large body of scientific research. If you were ever curious as to how and why acupuncture works to combat many chronic health issues, it’s because acupuncture can literally change your brain, from its chemistry, to your neurotransmitters, and your response to pain.”Acupuncture is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine [TCM], which is a whole system approach to health,” Dr. Elizabeth Trattner tells Bustle. “Unlike western medicine, Chinese medicine and acupuncture takes into account a patient’s whole being, and we address the entire body — including the physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.”Dr. Shari Auth, DACM, LAC, LMT, and acupuncturist at the NYC wellness center Modrn Sanctuary, explains, “One of things that so amazing about acupuncture is its numerous use cases. In addition to being a great alternative to prescription pain medication, it is also good for mental health. In today’s busy world, people are turning to acupuncture for relief from stress and anxiety.”
Source: 7 Ways Acupuncture Changes Your Brain, According To Science
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