Medical Acupuncture

Medical Acupuncture is performed by a doctor licensed in Western medicine who has also had thorough training in acupuncture as a specialty practice.

Orthopedic conditions have been shown to be the most frequently and successfully treated disorders. In order to help achieve the good results, we use a hybrid model which combines Traditional Chinese Acupuncture, French Energetics Acupuncture, Korean Hand Acupuncture, Scalp Acupuncture, Five Phases Acupuncture, Neuro-anatomical Acupuncture, Ear Acupuncture, and electro-Acupuncture.

How Does Acupuncture Work?

Studies suggest that low-frequency electroacupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins and enkephalins which then bind to the and opioid receptors. High-frequency electroacupuncture stimulates dynorphin which binds to the opioid receptor. Acupuncture can also harmonize the autonomic nervous system and suppress inflammation. The analgesic effect of acupuncture is hypothesized to be through immune, hormonal and nervous systems.

Acupuncture can also be very effective in treating many chronic pain conditions. According to a large study involving 5690 patients, acupuncture had a success rate of 79.7%.

Effectiveness of acupuncture and related techniques in treating non-oncological pain in primary healthcare. Acupunct Med. 2007 Jun;25(1-2):41-6. Vas J, Aguilar I

Limitations of the Scope of Acupuncture

Although acupuncture has been established as an effective tool to treat many forms of musculoskeletal pain, it has limited use in dealing with the consequences of spinal cord injuries and stroke. Additionally, acupuncture is usually not useful for thalamically mediated pain or in the treatment of chronic neurodegenerative diseases. Acupuncture as a sole therapy does not significantly help with chronic inflammatory and immune-mediated disorders such as ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and collagen-vascular diseases. Likewise, acupuncture is not used as the primary intervention for chronic fatigue states or HIV disease. There can however be some symptom control with using acupuncture in all of these conditions.

Disclaimer: All information provided by Dr. Bloom is for educational purposes only It is not intended to prevent, diagnose, treat, or cure any disease or injury. Individual results may vary. No results are guaranteed.