Chronic pain is one of the most common conditions Americans suffer from with approximately 50 million of US adults reporting they experience it. Chronic pain is categorized as any pain lasting more than 3 months and is severe enough that most people report reduced qualify of life, anxiety, depression, mental fog, unhappiness, dependence on over the counter medicine or even opioid addiction. Some of the most common ailments people report chronic pain are:
Peripheral Neuropathy
Arthritis, or joint pain
Headaches, including migraines
Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea)
Muscle pain all over (Fibromyalgia)
Back pain
Neck pain
Spinal Stenosis
Sciatica
Shoulder pain
Sports injuries
Tennis elbow
TMJ
Lower back pain
Post-surgical pain
Cancer-related pain
Fortunately Acupuncture is amazing at treating any of these chronic pain conditions and providing lasting relief, it has evolved over thousands of years and under the care of an expert practitioner like Dr. Andrea Izquierdo, L.Ac. It is very effective in providing relief and addressing the root cause of the ailment. Acupuncture stimulates your own body's healing mechanisms to bring it back to balance. It helps regulates hormones, relax muscles, stimulates the production of serotonin and oxytocin, and helps overall circulation to provide nutrients to your joints and nerves. At Bodhi TCM we have "Over 85% success rate in treating Chronic Pain" Shares Dr. Andrea. Our success rate is due to our personalized approach to wellness, where we craft individualized treatment programs for each person with the goal of providing relief from their symptoms. We also boost the effectiveness of our protocols by incorporating modern therapies that allow us to speed up the healing process.
Here is a brief description of how our protocols work for chronic pain:
Endogenous pain modulation: Acupuncture and our Bio-electic therapies trigger the release of endorphins and enkephalins, the body's natural painkillers, reducing pain signals.
Neurotransmitter modulation: Acupuncture and our Bio-electric therapies also influence serotonin, dopamine, and GABA levels, regulating pain sensitivity and improving mood.
Inflammation reduction: Acupuncture's anti-inflammatory effects decrease swelling and promote tissue healing.
Blood circulation improvement: Enhanced blood flow delivers nutrients and oxygen, aiding tissue repair and pain relief.
Nervous system regulation: Acupuncture balances the autonomic nervous system, alleviating muscle tension and stress-related pain.
For those seeking holistic chronic pain management, our integrative acupuncture treatments offer a safe, and effective solution. Unlike medications, our protocols are non-invasive and well-tolerated, providing physical and emotional benefits.
Chronic pain doesn't have to dictate your life. Contact us and find out how we can help.
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