Acupuncture for Musculoskeletal Disorders
Acupuncture successfully treats a range of musculo-skeletal disorders from acute traumatic injuries to chronic inflammatory degenerative conditions. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) takes a holistic approach to the treatment of these conditions. Symptoms are considered within the functional context of the whole body; an acupuncturist will assess and treat the root cause of the condition as well as the presenting symptoms. TCM treatments aim to restore balance to and provide support for the musculo-skeletal system.
A recently published article by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), recommended that acupuncture when combined with exercise is more effective than painkillers alone in the treatment of chronic pain conditions.
Acupuncture is recommended as a valuable treatment in pain management for acute and complex chronic pain.
Many cases of chronic pain are related to these conditions:
Acupuncture restores the body’s balance to reduce symptoms and to alleviate pain.