Conditions that have responded to acupuncture:
- Insomnia
The response to acupuncture of 18 anxious adult subjects who complained of insomnia was assessed in a clinical trial study. Five weeks of acupuncture treatment was associated with a significant increase in melatonin secretion (measured in urine) and significant improvements in sleep as measured in a sleep lab. Significant reductions in anxiety scores were also found. PMID: 14990755
- Obesity and high cholesterol
A study done on China (2005) involving 90 patients was conducted to search for an effective method for treatment of obesity and to study the mechanism of acupuncture slimming treatment. RESULTS: The acupuncture group at a 76.3% success rate. The group that used only dietary changes had a 27.5% success rate. Acupuncture also decreased serum triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL and at the same time increase HDL (good) cholesterol. CONCLUSION: Acupuncture combined with diet therapy is an effective method for reducing weight at present, and metabolism of lipids is involved in acupuncture slimming mechanism. PMID: 16312889
It works for obesity and high cholesterol in juvenilles too! PMID: 16570435
- Digestive disorders:
Chronic constipation
Colitis, Crohn's disease
Heartburn (ie reflux and GERD)
- Women's health issues:
PMS: A study with 102 women had an effective rate of 92.6%.PMID: 16309100
Menopause: 11 out of 15 women had at least a 50% decrease in hot flashes (mean decrease 82%). PMID: 15497904
Menstrual pain and irregular periods
Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Pregnancy issues: Promoting easy labor, breech presentation, morning sickness
Depression/anxiety
A technique similar to acupressure, except that fine needles are inserted at specific points along the meridians just under the skin to stimulate, disperse and balance the flow or energy, relieve pain, and treat a variety of chronic, acute and degenerative conditions. Penetrates and stimulates specific points in the body to restore normal energetic balance.
Acupuncture for Better Health
Pain | Infertility | Weight Loss | Stop Smoking
Linda performing acupuncture
She uses acupuncture for weight loss too!
Disclaimer: The entire contents of this website are based upon the opinions of Dr. Sherri Tenpenny unless otherwise noted. The information on this website is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice. It is intended as a sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, Dr. Clay Walsh and Dr. Cheryl Leuthaeuser. The physicians at OsteoMed II encourage you to make decisions about your health and the health care of your family based upon your own personal research and in partnership with a qualified health care professional.
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Frequent urination, night time urination
Interstitial cyctitis
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Asthma, recurrent bronchitis
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Unresolved back and neck pain
Joint point
Herniated discs
Migraine headaches PMID: 2520420
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Raynauld's syndrome
Post stroke rehabilitation
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Tinnitus
Sinus pain with acute infection
Vertigo (dizziness)
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