Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Finding A Good Acupuncturist Using The Old Fashioned Phone Book

by Lenny Bernofski



Finding a good acupuncturist is not difficult because most acupuncturists advertise in the phone directory or on the internet. Some people would rather use the internet while some would rather use the old fashioned yellow pages to find a doctor who practices acupuncture which is why some doctors advertise both on line and in the phone book. Acupuncture has been practiced for centuries in Asia but is relatively new in the West.

Acupuncture is the practice of placing needles into particular pressure points in the human body in order to stimulate circulation and promote overall wellness. Those who practice acupuncture believe that the placement of needles helps bring balance to the body's healing systems. Illness, according to those who practice acupuncture, is brought on by an imbalance of the immune system.

Acupuncture is believed to create a positive effect on the immune system and believed to stimulate hormones and gastric secretion. Those who practice acupuncture believe that acupuncture can lower high blood pressure while stimulating the production of red blood cells. Acupuncturists believe that the body operates on electric impulses which can be manipulated by the placement of thin needles.

The acupuncturist believes that the needles tap into and create a positive flow in the body's electromagnetic fields. The Asian belief of yin and yang plays a role in the practice of acupuncture as acupuncturists believe that by changing the electromagnetic field the body's yin and yang is brought to a balance. Acupuncture is part of the alternative medicine movement.

Acupuncture is an alternative to traditional Western treatments which counts heavily on prescription medications. Pain killers can produce unwanted side effects in patients and in some cases dependency. Some people become dependent on pain medications which can lead to serious withdrawal issues.

When looking for an acupuncturist ask the doctor about his qualifications, how long he has practiced, and if acupuncture is his primary practice. Ask the doctor what types of ailments his treatments are intended to heal or improve. Finding a good acupuncturist should not be a difficult task but it is important to ask the proper questions before choosing a particular doctor.


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