BENEFITS AND FREQUENCY OF ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENTS

Benefits of Acupuncture

Research has supported the following effects:

• acupuncture harmonizes the body without chemical or secondary effects
• It strengthens the immune system
• it helps to prevent illness and promotes the recovery of health
• it increases circulation of Qi & blood that is impaired in chronic illness
• it promotes the release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killer
• it balances the Mind, Body & Spirit

Frequency of Treatments

For Prevention
Regular sessions, monthly or as requried, releases the build-up of daily pressure & tension and helps prevent a multitude of stress related problems.

For treatment of ailments
The number of sessions varies depending on the nature of the individual's problem. One or two treatments per week will be necessary, with decreasing frequency as the condition improves.

For athletes
Before, during and after competition, treatment aims at tranquilizing the mind, strengthening the muscles, imporoving flexiblity of tendons, relieving muscular fatigue, spasms & rigidity of joints an increasing energy level. The number of sessions depends on the individual needs of each athelete.