The Science Behind Acupuncture

• Neuro-imaging studies show that acupuncture calms areas of the brain that registers pain and activates areas involved in rest and healing.
• Doppler ultrasound shows how acupuncture increases blood flow in areas being treated. 
• Thermal imaging shows acupuncture reduces inflammation.

Many “acupoints” correspond to nerve bundles and muscle trigger points. Numerous meridians track major arteries and nerves - just like pain associated with a heart attack, which originates in the chest and radiates down the left arm to the pinky. This is the path of the Heart Channel in Chinese medicine theory.  Gallbladder pain will tend to radiate to the right upper shoulder, this is also along the path of the Gallbladder Meridian.

Studies in the early 1980’s showed how acupuncture released endorphins into the bloodstream.  These are “feel good” chemicals, much like vigorous exercise produces. New research in acupuncture is implying there are several mechanism of action involved. For instance, increased blood flow and tissue repair at needle sites. There are nerve impulses to the brain to regulate the perception of pain and effect on autonomic nervous system, which governs unconscious body function like heart beat, respiration and digestion.

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