the energy, thereby balancing and strength- ening muscle and organ systems. Acupunc- ture works whether the patient believes in it or not... often better for the skeptics!
How Does Acupuncture Work to Reduce Stress?
Studies show that acupuncture releases
pain-killing endorphins which also play a substantial role in maintaining serotonin and hormonal levels, and decreases damaging stress hormones such as cortisol. This may be why acupuncture benefits back pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, depression, anxiety, insomnia, and stress disorders. Auricular or ear acupuncture is very safe, and has long been known to relieve stress and anxiety. Acupuncture has been shown to signifi- cantly attenuate the increase in blood pres- sure during mental stress, which is another bonus. Acupuncture may be an efficacious and acceptable treatment option for PTSD. In studies, stress symptom reductions at the end of acupuncture treatments were maintained for up to 3 months. Even after severely stressful events, such as Hurricane Katrina, acupuncture can be of great help. Ear acupuncture was used to address stress- related issues, including profound anxiety, pain, insomnia and digestive symptoms. A stress reduction acupuncture treat- ment is safe, effective, inexpensive and takes just a small amount of your valuable time. It is a great way to de-stress, even during this most anxiety-inducing time of year. It might just be the best holiday gift you can give yourself!
Dr. Helene Pulnik ND, Lac, located in Glas- tonbury, is a nationally board certified and state licensed acupuncturist and Naturopath- ic Physician with over 25 years’ experience as a healthcare professional. She provides Acupuncture and Naturopathic Medicine for many medical conditions, including stress, anxiety, depression and insomnia. She can be reached at 860-657-4105 or at info@
naturopathicwellness.com. See ad on page 27.
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