Nerve pain or neuropathic pain is associated with the malfunctioning of your nervous system and usually occurs when there is an injury, nerve disease, or infection. It feels like stabbing, shooting, numbness, or burning in the path of the injured nerve.
It mostly occurs in your limbs but can be in other parts of the body as well. It increases with time and can get to an extreme point where patients can't bear it.
Fortunately, acupuncture can help with treating and relieving nerve pain. It can alleviate the pain to a great extent with minimal or no risks. In this article, we will discuss what acupuncture is, how it helps with nerve pain, and whether it is safe or not.
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese technique or therapy that involves inserting needles into certain pressure points. It is quite helpful in relieving pain and treating certain medical conditions like back pain, neck pain, headache, joint pain, muscle stiffness, etc.
In some cases, it is a much better treatment option than medications that have complicated side effects. The treatment balances the energy flow in your body, improves blood flow, and helps in the healing process.
How Does Acupuncture Help with Nerve Pain?
When needles are inserted at certain pressure points in a body, the nervous system reacts accordingly. It gets stimulated and improves the flow of blood and energy. Due to improved blood flow, the healing process is activated. The cells receive proper nourishment, so the damaged nerve starts to repair and restore itself.
Secondly, the insertion of needles also releases endorphins in the body. It is a chemical that helps in coping with pain and stress. It acts as a natural pain reliever, so the nerve pain is alleviated to a great extent.
Acupuncture is an excellent alternative to medications; however, you should always have a health professional determine which way of treatment is suitable according to the conditions, causes, and other factors.
Is Acupuncture Safe for Relieving Nerve Pain?
Acupuncture is a safe drug-free option for relieving nerve pain if done by a licensed acupuncturist. It only involves the insertion of needles to improve the energy flow, and there are no medications that can cause adverse side effects.
Within a few acupuncture therapies, you will start feeling better, and the nerve pain will go away with continuous treatments. It has minimal to no risk and side effects; therefore, it is a much better and safer option for nerve pain.
Why Should You Prefer a Licensed Professional for Nerve Pain Acupuncture?
A licensed professional can tell you whether acupuncture is the right choice or not. They can assess your condition, and the causes of your nerve pain and then if suitable, recommend acupuncture treatment.
Health professionals and experts believe acupuncture is safe and has minimal risk. Secondly, a licensed acupuncturist knows the pressure points where needles should be inserted. If it is at the wrong point or too deep in the skin, it can damage organs.
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