When talking of acupuncture no-one really knows how it works, but what we do know is that it does and is an effective way in which to relieve recurring aches and pains, stop smoking and over eating and overcome infertility problems.

Around the world no one can really explain how, or even why, this therapy works, but it does. In China they explain that it involves concepts such as ‘QI‘, imbalance and a complete restoration of harmony through the entire body, however in Western medicine they tend to think its more likely to be about brain chemistry.

Inserting small needles just below the skins surface, acupuncture leads to an increase in endorphins, which is the bodies natural ‘feel good’ chemical. Incidentally, it is the same brain chemical that plays a role in regulating the menstrual cycle, the production of eggs and possibly ovulation.

Research has shown that acupuncture increases the rate of pregnancy in women undergoing IVF treatment and is beneficial as a complementary therapy to other fertility treatments. It has also been said that acupuncture can assist when the lining of the uterus is too weak to stand up to a pregnancy. Acupuncture boosts the blood flow, which in turn, will lead to a stronger lining in the uterus.

Not only can acupuncture help infertility problems it is also helpful to patients recovering from operations and is used to overcome more everyday ailments including bad lower back pain and aches and pains in the joints.

Other uses for acupuncture include getting over addictions including over-eating and smoking. Many smokers have tried several ways to give up smoking including patches and gum, however for many acupuncture was the one and only effective method.

From infertility to stopping addictions, acupuncture is a trusted and used method worldwide which has been round for centuries and will carry on being used for many years to come.

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