Acu-Care Health Centers

How effective is acupuncture for headaches, neck and back pain?

Acupuncture is well known for its effectiveness in reducing pain of all types including headache, neck and back pain. Headaches are a common problem today. There are several different types of headache, but most are related to increased stress levels. Acupuncture can help by relaxing the muscles which become tense in times of stress blocking the normal blood flow. Acupuncture also acts to restore the proper balance of chemicals when these abnormal levels contribute to the development of a headache. Even migraine sufferers can get significant relief with acupuncture, often reducing their dependence on medications and trips to the emergency room.

Neck and back pain are other prevalent health problems. This type of pain often results from improper posture when standing, sitting and lifting, causing the muscles to become weak, rigid and inflexible. These poor habits in and of themselves can cause pain, but more importantly, they leave the person susceptible to a neck or back injury such as a sprain or strain with accompanying muscle spasms and sometimes inflammation of the nerves or discs.

Acupuncture has had proven success with many types of headache, neck and back pain. If you are interested in acupuncture treatment, please give us a call.