Acupuncture Anyone?

[Scorp]

Hi Folks,

Wondering if anyone has had acupuncture:

Do you like it? Don't like it? Never had it? Or just plain old feel like Hell no, I'm not a human voodoo doll!

I've been debating having it done for quite some time and finally made the decision to give it a shot. I personally don't like needles, but sucked it up and tried it out, using it as my last resort for some health issues. Needless to say, I LOVE it and have been going for about a month now. It's incredible and talk about feeling rejuvenated! I feel good all over and it's been helping me incredibly. I have more energy and it amazes me how good I feel. And mostly, I feel like my old self again. It can be a bit pricey, but well worth it, mentally, physically, plus it calms the savage beast in me. Believe me, my other half appreciates that too. :p

[cara]

hi scorp! i have never received acupuncture but have always wanted to give it a try. my mom did acupuncture combined with massage and chiropractor for her back. she said it helped a lot.

[Scorp]

Hi Cara!

I highly recommend it.


hi scorp! i have never received acupuncture but have always wanted to give it a try. my mom did acupuncture combined with massage and chiropractor for her back. she said it helped a lot.

[Waldo]

I have always wanted to try acupuncture, just not brave enough yet.

Well.... because Im a chooch. :D

"chooch"??

I just had my first experience with both acupuncture and chiropractic medicine almost two weeks ago.

Acupuncture didn't really seem to do anything for me, nor did it freak me out or bother me. I did fall asleep though, so I guess it relaxed the hell out of me. The chiro helped considerably. As soon as I get back home I'm calling the chiropractor again for a follow up.

[Scorp]

Yep, that it is Jackal...And, we have quite a few, and, many more where that came from. Maybe we should create a thread for "pet names". Now there's a thought.. Have you had your daily dose of Chooch Today? Do it for the loved ones in your lives...LMFAO here we go, let the games begin! :D

P.S. Another example of a chooch....Just look at my avatar, I'm being a chooch with my honey's bra on my head...Aka also known as my "boobatar" LMMFAO!


LOL

Chooch.
Its a pet name Scorp and I have for each other.

We joke, we kid. :D

Its a Scorp word.

[Arwen]

I am a huge fan of acupuncture. Used to get it regularly. Helped my back and stress levels immensely! Highly recommend it.

The needles are really thin and very flexible. You barely feel the needle if you do at all.

[Scorp]

*Wavin to Arwen *

Yep, you hardly feel the needles. I go for my treatments on the weekend and all I know is after that, I usually come home and take a 2 - 3 hour nap. I haven't napped like that since I was a kid. It's very relaxing and just what my body needs, and since going, I notice a huge change in myself and am more calm, if you can believe it or not (for those of you who know me). I love the sandalwood incense my acupuncturist uses. I liked it so much, she gave me a box to take home. I can't wait to burn it. I have a water fountain in my office that plays different soothing music with cool lighting. I'm all about the zen now...Heh :cool:

I am a huge fan of acupuncture. Used to get it regularly. Helped my back and stress levels immensely! Highly recommend it.

The needles are really thin and very flexible. You barely feel the needle if you do at all.

[IrishGrrl]

Nobody pokes baby with a needle. :eek:

[Scorp]

Ummm, you do realize that you left the door wiiiiiiiiiiide open for this one don't ya??? :p lolol



Nobody pokes baby with a needle. :eek:

[Arwen]

I could seriously use some acupuncture right now. This has been a very stressful day.

[Scorp]

Breath in, breath out, close your eyes and relax. Hope your day got better.


I could seriously use some acupuncture right now. This has been a very stressful day.

[Andrew, Jr.]

My sister had her dog treated with acupuncture for his arth. For him, it worked wonders. Now her dog was a huge, lab weighing in at 125 pounds, and was all muscle. The reg. medicine route did nothing for him. He would just lay down in the family room and cry. After the treatments, he was running around, and playing with the kids again. It was a huge difference in his quality of life.

[Mel C.]

I have been interested in acupuncture for some time, but haven't tried it yet. I'm not great about making doc appointments either...it usually takes something significant to get me out of the "when I get around to it" phase.

I'd like to hear more about what reasons people have sought acupuncturists (is that right?) for...if it isn't too personal. I am looking for help with allergies, neck pain, headaches, etc.

[Arwen]

I have been interested in acupuncture for some time, but haven't tried it yet. I'm not great about making doc appointments either...it usually takes something significant to get me out of the "when I get around to it" phase.

I'd like to hear more about what reasons people have sought acupuncturists (is that right?) for...if it isn't too personal. I am looking for help with allergies, neck pain, headaches, etc.

This is a great question.

I've used acupuncture for stress relief, pain (specifically back pain), headaches, nausea and more.

The basic concept is that we humans are energy-filled beings. Sometimes that energy gets stuck. Then you have areas that have too much energy while others have too little. So the acupuncture (acupressure is the same) manipulates those energy centers.

I've had up to 50 needles in me when my acupuncturist was working on my back. And I usually fell asleep before they were all in. LOL

A friend's dog got acupuncture with me. We would do Mookie's needles then put her between my legs. Then I would get my needles. Then we both "cooked" for about 20-30. People used to laugh, but when Mookie died, I really missed that little girl going to our appointments.

[apretty]

I have always wanted to try acupuncture, just not brave enough yet.

Well.... because Im a chooch. :D

you should really give it a try--you don't feel a thing, really.

[Arwen]

you should really give it a try--you don't feel a thing, really.

What she said! Try it. You'll be amazed. Alternatively, I'm sure we can all come over and poke a pin in you.

No wait. That's voodoo, isn't it.

[Words]

I had a course of 6 or so acupuncture treatments for severe back ache and it helped tremendously.

And no, the needles are nothing like regular needles (more's the pity...oops!;))

[Mel C.]

And no, the needles are nothing like regular needles (more's the pity...oops!;))

LOL

I don't have a problem with needles of any size ;)
I think what holds me back is having focus on what I want treatment to "fix."
I don't have any severe pain...but lots of little things are off...I have flat feet so my feet/ankles/knees/hips get to suffer
I have frequent problems with nausea and don't absorb nutrients well (low iron, low vitamin D, prolly low other stuff) which has become more problematic since having my stomach/intestines rearranged.

I 'spose I should surf the web a bit

[Scorp]

Hi Blistex,

You should really consider it. It would help with many of your issues you list. You should do a web search for someone in your area and see all their credentials. If you find someone that looks promising, the first thing they do is an evaluation and go over your medical history, etc. and discuss what the procedure consists of. You'll never know until you try, so it's worth a shot. This week will be 5 weeks I've been going and I feel beyond great and never thought I'd feel like my old self again. I used this as the last resort to help with some health issues. I wish I had done this sooner, but as they say, better late than never.

Best to you,
-Scorp-


LOL

I don't have a problem with needles of any size ;)
I think what holds me back is having focus on what I want treatment to "fix."
I don't have any severe pain...but lots of little things are off...I have flat feet so my feet/ankles/knees/hips get to suffer
I have frequent problems with nausea and don't absorb nutrients well (low iron, low vitamin D, prolly low other stuff) which has become more problematic since having my stomach/intestines rearranged.

I 'spose I should surf the web a bit

[pajama]

I've gotten it a few times. It's great. I wish I could afford to go regularly. Especially now, because I really feel my chi is waaaayyyyy out of whack.

And Mel, I have found that accupuncture, certainly can treat the "big" problems. But often what you describe, a combination of lots of minor, unrelated issues, is really well served by accupuncture. Again, in my humble opinion, it sounds like a chi/energy flow issue.

A

[WolfyOne]

I think acupuncture rocks. I have an old friend that used to live in MD and when she first started she would take her table and travel to a residence. She also did acupuncture on animals. I used to fly to MD a couple times a month on weekends(back in the days of cheap flights) and she'd take care of my migraines and stomach problems. First she'd do something and check my aura before she'd start. She has since moved from MD and has opened her own place where she now lives. If it wasn't for the expense right now, I'd give her a call and ask her to look me up someone I could trust where I live. Long short of it, acupuncture helped me. It may not work for everyone though.

[Tommi]

My Ex found acupuncture worked for ear and neck pain. She was diagnosed with severe hyperacousis and tinnitis after blowing out her ears in front row seating at a Cyndi Lauper Concert, and had a neck injury years ago. Now, if she is just feeling icky, gets a cold, or misc. pains , she returns to her acupuncturist.

I had a neighbor who took her dachshund to an acupuncturist versus having back surgery on her long weenie dog. IT worked, doggie was able to stand and walk better..

As for me, I love my Chiro Gyro.

[Diva]

I absolutely LOVE it.....it is so relaxing and calming....
Who KNEW having 2 dozen needles in one's body could be so liberating! It is an amazing process.....

I took the nap, TOO! ;)


~Diva

[morningstar55]

i been thinking about doing this... and been reading a lot of your postings here ..
a lot of you here know about my hair problem and ..... some high stress i go thru . i also ...... take meds for high blood pressure......
now my ? is......
how many times do i need to go to get results at 1st???
since im on the road a lot.....
next yr when i get my tax returns im planing on investing in a mini van and doing courior work...and wil be able to do my art.... and the big plus i will be home everyday.. wooHoo.. have my life back. it is a plan......
soo im guessing i may need to wait till then to do this??
id like to get started on this soon....:D

[foxyshaman]

I have used it to treat unbalanced Chi. I had odd symptoms without any real organic cause. I found it to be very helpful. I used accupressure and breath work, it helped to eventually elimate my problem. And it never came back.

I use accupressure with my patients, especially those with mental illness, such as schizophrenia and MPD (or DID). It helps to ease the mental tension as well as lessen the negative feedback of our ever present negative critic. I would recommend either to anyone.

[Mel C.]

I have been getting acupuncture for the past few weeks. I started because I was in pain (neck, shoulder wrist) and wasn't getting relief through medication. Chiropractic helped the neck but not completely.

I have mixed feelings. I think I have been getting relief, but I have so many other things going on physically it is hard to focus on the issue at hand. I would love to hear more about what other people are experiencing.

[Daktari]

Acupuncture worked for me in a big way when I first got sober. Totally manic, unable to sleep and other such lovely stuff that goes along with detoxing and being newly sober :|
I went to a local alcohol/drug service where they offered acupuncture.
Initially quite sceptical I found myself blissed out and sleeping soundly for the first time in years. It was a significant effect and I wanted more, of course :cheesy:
Sadly the funding for the acupuncture service was withdrawn shortly after I discovered how wonderful it was.
I wouldn't hesitate to try it again if income allowed.

[SmoothButch]

I've tried acupuncture about a year ago to help with knee pain. It didn't hurt and it seemed to help. The only issue was that my insurance didn't cover it, so I paid a sliding scale reduced fee.

I would definitelty recommend it and would go back, if ever needed.

[WildHorses]

I used it many years ago for pain control. It worked for that very well.

The acupuncture could not "repair" the damage so my end result was several surgeries.
After the surgeries I went back for acupuncture to help with the pain and it worked very well.

My treatment with my acupuncturist included a tens unit, heat, ice and light massage.

[Jennabelle]

I LOVE acupuncture, too! I was treated for pain & fatigue & felt improvement within hours after my first treatment. I feel asleep too, but I'll admit needles in on or in my ear kind of hurt a bit (felt like a mild tiny pinch). the needles in the rest of my body I couldn't feel. I recommend finding your nearest acupuncture school & going there since the rates are so much cheaper. All the students who work on clients are in their final year & are accompanied by a teacher. I paid just $15 per session. Further, most schools give discounts for elderly or disabled.

[ahk]

I love acupuncture.
I stopped going to western medicine because of misdiagnosis back in 2006. I started acu in the year 2008 and haven't stopped. I know I have an autoimmune issue but I don't believe in masking the disease with drugs. I feel that acu helps with the whole body-- if one thing is off, it causes a domino effect and other parts of our body feels it. If you are deficient in way or another, there is a reason--.
I have gone to acu for back pain, being sick (common cold, flu, bronchitis), depression, joint pain, lack of sleep, no appetite-- and I still believe in it.
I am a strong believer in herbs too-- there are some great remedies and if you work with a good acupuncturist, ask them about herbs that could possibly help you out.
And as I would like to mention one thing-- it takes time. Don't expect it to work over night-- remember your body is like an onion, many layers. Don't expect a quick fix like western medicine (take this pill to take this pill to take this pill to "help" your symptom).

Mel C. - Could you share with us what your mixed feelings are?

[Gemme]

I have been getting acupuncture for the past few weeks. I started because I was in pain (neck, shoulder wrist) and wasn't getting relief through medication. Chiropractic helped the neck but not completely.

I have mixed feelings. I think I have been getting relief, but I have so many other things going on physically it is hard to focus on the issue at hand. I would love to hear more about what other people are experiencing.

I've had some medical issues the past few weeks myself that have caused me to look outside of my 'normal' options. I've invested in chiropractic and massage therapy and both have had success but I'm also interested in acupuncture, especially since this is going to be a chronic issue for me and I'd rather stay outside of a hospital or typical doctor's office if I can.

Let us know how it goes!