Acupuncture Anyone?

[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]

Originally Posted by Mel (aka BlistexLez)

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.

[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....

[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.

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
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.

[Gemme]

Originally Posted by 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.

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!