This post is about Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Foot and Ankle Pain. On the basis of the existing evidence, acupuncture can be a helpful complementary treatment for foot and ankle pain.  Foot and ankle pain can significantly alter your quality of life.  It effects your mobility and daily activities. Are you seeking a holistic natural approach to pain relief and better mobility? Acupuncture may be your solution.

Studies suggest acupuncture can reduce the frequency and severity of foot pain, and may offer longer-lasting relief than some medications. It’s also safe and cost effective. Lastly, it doesn’t have the side effects as some medications do.  While not a cure, it can be a valuable option for those seeking alternatives or in conjunction with their foot/ankle management.

Problems in the Feet

Most foot complaints are due to lack of proper support or inappropriate footwear. Ill-fitting or irritating shoes is a culprit. It may result in corns or calluses, sesamoiditis (inflammation of the sesamoid bones in the ball of the foot and the tendons they are embedded in) or aggravation of hallux valgus (bunion) at the first toe, or fat pad syndrome at the heel . Moreover, tight-fitting shoes may also cause compression of metatarsals (5 forefoot bones).

Also, if the foot is too mobile (i.e., hyperpronated), there may be a lack of support.  This may cause plantar fasciitis and strain of the tibialis posterior muscle (deep calf muscle). Indeed, proper shoes are important.  And if you have any forefoot (front of foot) or hind foot (back of foot) abnormalities (i.e. varus or valgus) you are more likely to strain your feet.  

 

 

Complicating Factors

Firstly, as the furthest part of your body, your foot is commonly affected by vascular disorders. Arterial occlusive (inadequate blood flow due to narrowing of the arteries) disorders block blood flow. Valvular insufficiency in veins along with gravity may lead to vascular stasis (veins can’t send blood back to heart).

Secondly, neurologic dysfunction associated with metabolic neuropathies can occur.  For instance, as seen with diabetic neuropathy.

Thirdly, being bare footed may lead to trauma. In contrast, the supported foot is susceptible to the pressure effects and biomechanical alterations of footwear. Especially if you are diabetic this can lead to unnoticed and untreated problems due to sensory deficits (i.e. touch, temperature, pain and other sensations).

Common Conditions of the Foot and Ankle

Some common conditions involving the foot and ankle that are biomechanical in nature include the following:

1. First toe-hallux valgus/rigidus (stiff first toe), turf toe (sprain to the main joint of the big toe), and sesamoiditis
2. Metatarsalgia (pain and inflammation in the ball of your foot)
3. Peroneal tendinitis (inflammation in the tendons that run along your outer ankle/foot)
4. Plantar fasciitis (inflammation of fascia tissue on the bottom of your feet)
5. Achilles tendon/heel-tendinitis, bursitis (painful inflammation of small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion the bones, tendons and muscles near your joints) and fat pad syndrome
6. Neuropathy

In addition to the above, ankle inversion and eversion sprains are very common. The most common are plantar flexion/inversion (foot turned inward) sprains. Also, chronic ankle pain and/or instability is not uncommon following repeated ankle sprains.

It is important not only to treat the acute injury, but also to prevent future occurrences. This often entails evaluation of the activity or sport coupled with a post injury rehabilitation program.

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Foot and Ankle Pain: Research

n one study, the efficacy of acupuncture on foot and ankle disorders for pain intensity, functional status, and general quality of life in adults was investigated. In addition, the incidence of adverse events was also examined. It stated there, “are several existing approaches for treating foot and ankle conditions for pain relief, functional status improvements, and for general quality of life, such as pain medications (e.g., antispastic medications), bracing, orthotics, and corticosteroid injections. However, the research in this area is conflicting and limited, such as in the case of night splints, insoles, and orthotics. It is, therefore, evident that a population of those who experience foot and ankle pain will not find current conventional remedies to be sufficient. When conventional therapies are insufficient or ineffective in pain alleviation, alternative and complementary therapies have been considered”.

The same study concluded acupuncture to be an alternative and complementary therapy for foot and ankle disorders. And “there is some evidence to suggest acupuncture to be a safe and efficacious treatment for relieving pain and improving functional status for the foot and ankle.” (1)

 

Scientist think Acupuncture influences the nervous system, reduces inflammation, and promotes the release of the body’s natural painkillers

Acupuncture improves blood flow and calms the nervous system.  Researchers believe when an acupuncture needle is inserted, the sensory and proprioceptive nerves are stimulated. This sends a message to our brain and nervous system.

Moreover, our body’s enkephalins and endorphins are released with acupuncture treatment.  These are our body’s natural opioids and can dramatically relieve pain.  Additionally, once these neurotransmitters are moving about, our blood vessels vasodilates. And this gets blood into the affected areas, initiating healing.

Furthermore, recently, a team of researchers led by neuroscientists at Harvard Medical School has looked at the underlying neuroanatomy of acupuncture that activates a specific signaling pathway.  In this study, they specifically investigated acupuncture as a potential treatment for inflammation.  They found “acupoints” or acupuncture points on the body’s surface are mechanically stimulated, triggering nerve signaling that affects the function of other parts of the body, including organs.

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Foot and Ankle Pain

The acupuncture treatment stimulates the imbalanced meridian pathways to bring balance back.  This activates the body’s natural healing abilities. Indeed, Acupuncture has a beneficial effect when treating many diseases and painful conditions. 

Meiri Chiropractic offers acupuncture and chiropractic for foot and ankle pain and many other ailments. Dr. Natalie Meiri is a chiropractic physician, board certified in acupuncture with over 20 years of experience.  Call today for your acupuncture treatment for foot and ankle pain at 561-253-8984.

 

References: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8734447/

The Efficacy of Acupuncture on Foot and Ankle for Pain Intensity, Functional Status, and General Quality of Life in Adults: A Systematic Review

Kien Trinh ^1,✉, Nikita Belski ², Fangwen Zhou ³, Arul Kuhad ³, David Luk ⁴, Eunjae Youn 

 

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From Dr. Natalie Meiri’s Clinical Pearl Stories:

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Elbow Pain

 

This was a 55 year old patient. To be HIPAA compliant, I will call him Miguel instead of his real name.  Miguel was doing a project at home to build a “barn door” for his spare room. He stated after presenting to my office, “I have been building my barn door and using my right arm.  Yesterday, my right elbow started to really hurt!”  To make matters worse, the project wasn’t finished and he was planning on having guests over for the holidays. 

Miguel hadn’t gone to urgent care or his primary care, just took some NSAIDS (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) without much relief.   On the intake form he indicated pain in his right elbow.

 

Migeul’s Examination and Diagnosis

Firstly, upon examination, there were positive tests for his right elbow. 

Secondly, I explained his diagnosis: right elbow sprain/strain.  I explained that a strain is an overstretching and tearing of musculotendinous tissue. Tendons are connective tissue that attach a muscle to other body parts, usually bones.

Thirdly, a sprain involves a ligament.  It is a short band of tough, flexible fibrous connective tissue.  Furthermore, it connects two bones together in proper articulation at the joints.  A Joint injury in which some of the fibers of a supporting ligament are torn or ruptured is a sprain.  However, the continuity of the ligament remains intact in a sprain.  Grade 1 (mild) sprains cause slight stretching and tiny tears in the ligament. Miguel had a grade 1 sprain of his right elbow. Grade 2 (moderate) sprains refer to partially torn ligaments with pain and swelling.

Thirdly, I explained his prognosis and treatment plan.

 

Miguel’s Acupuncture Treatment

Miguel’s Acupuncture treatments consisted of the insertion of very thin metal needles.  These were inserted into the skin and underlying tissues in the indicated areas.  At first, Miguel came in 3 times a week for 2 weeks.  Next, his right elbow felt well enough to finish his barn door project. And Miguel enjoyed his holidays with his guests and returned to continue his care afterwards. Finally, Miguel’s outcome from the acupuncture was a complete resolution

 

Elbow Conditions Helped by Acupuncture

As the link between the shoulder and the wrist/hand, your elbows are challenged with repetitive activities. These overuse mechanisms account for the majority of elbow pain. In particular for instance in throwing sports and in activities requiring the use of an arm extension device such as a bat, racquet, or club. So the pivot is at the elbow and your forearm acts as the lever arm. These devices increase the medial (toward the center) stress across the elbow by increasing the length of the lever arm.

Additionally, you may also have a fall.  And as with the rest of the upper extremity (arm), the elbow becomes weight bearing during the fall.  An axial (racquet) force (load is applied to the structure along the length) is applied acutely during this fall to your elbow. Furthermore, this can happen chronically with gymnastic maneuvers.

 

1. Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)

Lateral epicondylitis causes lateral (outer or same side as thumb) elbow pain associated with a repetitive sport or occupational activity. Repetitive movements requiring forceful wrist extension (movement of raising the back of the hand), radial deviation (bending the wrist to the thumb), and supination (rotation of the forearm) are the most common causes. Although it is associated with tennis, other sports and occupational activities are also possible causes. Butchers, plumbers, and weavers are examples of those who may be affected. With tennis, novice players with poor backhand technique account for many cases. With professional players, the forehand or serving may be the cause. Obviously, the more frequently an individual plays, the higher the risk of developing tennis elbow. Although, lateral epicondylitis is called tennis elbow, it also occurs in computer keyboardists, carpenters, and golfers.

Cause:

The currently accepted theory is that initially there is tearing of the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) muscle origin (attachment). This process may extend to the extensor digitorum communis (EDC) or the extensor carpi radialis longus (ECRL) muscles. These muscles in conjunction with the other muscles and tendons in your forearm help move your wrist and hand. The histologic (seen by microscope) description of the change in tissue is called angiofibroblastic hyperplasia. Angiofibroblastic hyperplasia or angiofibroblastic tendinosis describes the pathologic (disease cause) alterations seen in the tissue of tendonitis (inflammation of tendon).

Radiographs (xrays) may demonstrate calcification in as many as 25% of patients with lateral epicondylitis.

 

2. Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow)

Medial Epicondylitis causes medial (inner) elbow pain following a repetitive activity such as golfing, hammering or use of a screwdriver. In athletes, the inciting activity usually involves wrist flexion (moving wrist down so palm faces arm) and pronation (rotatory movement of elbow where palm faces down). Examples of these include in serving and overhead and forehand strokes in various sports. Obviously, golfing (“golfer’s elbow”) or throwing may also cause symptoms. You may also feel pain or weakness on gripping.

Cause:

Medial epicondylitis is a tendinopathy of the origin of the wrist flexors and pronator teres muscles in your forearm. In chronic cases, an elbow flexion contracture may occur, leading to restrictions of movement (eg. extension). An ulnar neuropathy (compression of ulnar nerve at elbow) may coexist with medial epicondylitis. Radiographs (xrays) may reveal calcifications in close proximity to the medial epicondyle in 20% to 30% of patients with epicondylitis.

 

3. Triceps Tendinitis (Posterior Tennis Elbow)

The triceps is a large muscle on the back of your upper limb. Triceps tendinitis causes pain at the tip of the elbow after a repetitive extension activity or a single event involving forceful elbow extension.

Cause:

Strain of the triceps insertion on the olecranon (bony prominence of the elbow) is usually due to common athletic endeavors performed by boxers, weight lifters, pitchers, and occasionally tennis players.

 

4. Posterior Impingement Syndrome

Posterior Impingement Syndrome usually occurs in an athlete and especially on quick extension of the elbow.  You will have a sharp posterior (back of) elbow pain. Similarly, popping or clicking may occur with extension.  Your elbow may occasionally lock.

Cause:

Firstly, repetitive extension leads to compression between the olecranon trochlea and olecranon fossa (1 of 3 joints of elbow). Secondly, this may simply cause a reactive synovitis. So the synovium is connective tissue that lines the inside of the joint capsule. Thirdly, synovitis  (synovial inflammation) is when the synovium of a joint becomes inflamed (swollen). Lastly, it may progress to degeneration and the production of osteophytes (bone spurs) or loose bodies.

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Elbow Pain

A Study in China found: “Acupuncture treatment can significantly relieve athletes’ elbow joint pain and locking symptoms, improve joint range of motion, and is beneficial to recovery of special training and high-level competitive competitions. It is a sensitive, effective, and noninvasive method.”(1)

Neuroscientists at Harvard Medical School looked at the underlying neuroanatomy of acupuncture.  Specifically, that acupuncture activates a nerve signaling pathway. The signaling affects the function of other parts of the body, including organs (and neuromusculoskeletal body parts).

Acupuncture has been used for over 4000 years to treat pain and other health problems safely and effectively. The acupuncture treatment stimulates the imbalanced pathways called meridians. This activates the body’s natural healing abilities.  Ultimately, this brings balance back to your body. Indeed, Acupuncture has a beneficial effect when treating many diseases and painful conditions such as elbow pain.

Many people injure themselves every year around the holidays. This could be due to stress or “holiday projects” as in the case of Miguel. Meiri Chiropractic offers acupuncture for elbow pain and many other ailments. Dr. Natalie Meiri is a chiropractic physician, board certified in acupuncture with over 20 years of experience.  Call today for your acupuncture treatment for elbow pain at 561-253-8984.

 

 

References: (1) The Effect of Acupuncture on Elbow Joint Sports Injuries Based on Magnetic Resonance Imaging  Weihua Yang ^1,✉, Fei Wang ²  PMCID: PMC9001099  PMID: 35419078 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9001099/

 

 

 

Did you know Acupuncture provides natural care for children?  Many people ask, “is acupuncture safe and effective for children?”  The answer is, “absolutely!” Acupuncture offers its unique ability to help children and it has centuries of evidence of its safety and effectiveness.

Acupuncture is Natural and Has Been Utilized to Treat Children for Many Years!

Acupuncture can be integrated into a family’s routine as a proactive approach to maintaining health. It consists of the insertion of one or several very thin metal needles into the skin and underlying tissues. 

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture have been used for over 4000 years to treat pain and other health problems. The acupuncture treatment stimulates the imbalanced pathways along the meridians to bring balance back.  Mainly, the goal is to activate the body’s natural self healing abilities and bring balance back to your body. It’s often used as part of a broader approach to healthcare.

For children with chronic pain and other conditions, acupuncture is a safe, natural way of treating pain. Furthermore, the effects of acupuncture can be noticed immediately. However, often it can take several treatments to see relief in symptoms. Typically, your child should slowly start to feel better with each treatment. 

Acupuncture can be beneficial for children with conditions such as:

• Back pain
• Neck pain
• Headaches
• Musculoskeletal pain 
• Complex regional pain syndrome
• Juvenile fibromyalgia
• Digestive issues
• Mood disorders
• Sleep problems

 

 

How Does Acupuncture Help Children Heal?

Scientists believe acupuncture stimulates the brain to produce chemicals (e.g. endorphins) that activate the body’s own self-healing abilities.  Research suggests acupuncture calms the nervous system, relaxes muscles, tendons. ligaments, and increases blood flow.  With continued regular treatments, acupuncture may decrease the number of medications for your child.  However, acupuncture is a process that takes time.  Realistically, it has taken some time for children’s bodies to become imbalanced to the point that they are feeling these symptoms. So Acupuncture’s gentle healing returns the child’s body to normal functioning gradually.

 

Acupressure Along with Acupuncture

Recent studies in China have shown that acupressure for a child from birth to 4 years of age improves the child physically and mentally. 

Firstly, acupressure keeps children healthier and encourages better growth. Secondly, the child sleeps better after acupressure sessions.  Thirdly, the child’s mood improves with acupressure. Fourthly, the child is more focused, learns faster, and has improved attention spans.

In conclusion, Acupuncture points may be stimulated without using needles through acupressure. This involves gentle stroking of the acupuncture channels with the hands. Additionally, other non-needle methods utilized are with “teishein” tools/balls.

 

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Children

Meiri Chiropractic offers acupuncture and acupressure for children.  Acupuncture is a great natural alternative treatment alone or along with chiropractic care.  Dr. Natalie Meiri is board certified in acupuncture and has been a chiropractic physician for over 20 years.  Contact us today for an acupuncture treatment in West Palm Beach at 561-253-8984.

 

References: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6918518/

                       https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2518962/

 

 

Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a common complication and sequela (residual) of shingles/herpes zoster.  It can termendously affect the life and emotional experience of a person. Chiropractor West Palm Beach:  Acupuncture for Facial Neuralgia from Shingles is about facial pain and dysfunction from PHN. Specifically, acupuncture can provide natural pain relief and restore function for PHN patients.

 

What is Shingles?

Shingles is a viral infection that is not life threatening. Typically, pain, itching, or tingling in the area will develop. Often this may happen several days before the rash appears. Although shingles can occur anywhere on your body, it often appears as a single line of blisters. The blisters usually scab over in 7 to 10 days and fully clears up within 2 to 4 weeks.

Shingles is caused by the same virus which causes chicken pox called the varicella-zoster virus. After you’ve had chickenpox, the virus lies inactive in nerve tissue near your spinal cord and brain. Years later, the virus may reactivate as shingles.  Shingles is triggered by a weakened or compromised immune system. Emotional stress is considered a trigger for shingles because it has been shown to weaken the body’s immune system. This can happen in those who face chronic work or life stress.

 

What is Post-Herpetic Neuralgia?

Post herpetic neuralgia is the most common complication of shingles. The condition affects nerve fibers and skin, causing burning pain that lasts long after the rash and blisters of shingles disappear.

The risk of post herpetic neuralgia increases with age, primarily affecting people older than 60. There’s no cure, but acupuncture can help.

Shingles triggers a painful rash on your skin that follows nerve pathways, causing a massive amount of inflammation and agitated nerves. A trip to the pain management clinic for the unbelievable pain is understandable, but it may not be the solution. All they can do is pump you full of drugs and wait out the virus.

Ramsey Hunt Syndrome/ Peripheral Facial Paralysis

Firstly, the cause of facial paralysis of Ramsey Hunt Syndrome can be reactivation of the herpes zoster virus in the geniculate ganglion. And the geniculate ganglion is a crucial sensory part of the facial nerve (Cranial nerve VII).  It is located in your temporal bone in your skull. The facial nerve carries both motor and sensory fibers.  It is the 7th cranial nerve and carries nerve fibers that control facial movement and expression. The nerve is also involved in taste to the anterior 2/3 of the tongue). Moreover, it carries general sensation (touch, pain, temperature) from the outer ear (pinna), ear canal, and eardrum.It has small branches involved in moderating our sensitivity to noise volume (stapedius muscle). Additionally, it provides motor function for tear/saliva production.

Secondly, in cases like Ramsay Hunt Syndrome there is inflammation.  This causes severe ear pain and facial paralysis. It is the second most frequent cause of non-traumatic peripheral (Nerves outside the brain/spine) facial paralysis. So Ramsay Hunt syndrome occurs when a shingles outbreak affects the facial nerve near one of your ears. Furthermore, in addition to the painful shingles rash, Ramsay Hunt syndrome can cause facial paralysis.  It can even cause hearing loss in the affected ear. Patients with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, may also experience ringing in the ears (tinnitus). And even a sensation of vertigo (spinning or moving). Additionally, because of the difficulty closing one eye, dry eyes can occur.

 

Postherpetic neuralgia/ Trigeminal Nerve Pain

Firstly, an outbreak of herpes zoster, the virus that causes chicken pox and shingles can affect the trigeminal nerve as well. This is the fifth cranial nerve.  It carries sensations from the face to the brain. The trigeminal nerve divides into three main branches, with each leading to a region of the face.

Secondly, the three main branches on each side of the head, with each branch connecting to a region of the face are: Ophthalmic (eyes), Maxillary (upper jaw), Mandibular (lower jaw). The nerve helps control functions such as biting, chewing and swallowing.

Thirdly, symptoms of trigeminal nerve pain include intense stabbing pain.  The facial areas affected can be the lips, eyes, nose, scalp forehead and jaw.  Trigeminal neuralgia often affects one side, but can affect both sides at different times.

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Facial Neuralgia from Shingles

Acupuncture has been confirmed as an effective and safe treatment for PHN by researchers. And the World Health Organization (WHO) supports Acupuncture for many ailments including PHN.

In one study, a young woman suffered unilateral (one sided) facial paralysis due to Ramsay Hunt syndrome. She received conventional treatment with acyclovir (antiviral medication), analgesics, corticosteroids and eye protection measures 48 hours after the onset of symptoms. At three weeks, due to the lack of improvement of the facial paralysis, acupuncture was started. An almost complete improvement was obtained at 14 weeks since the onset of the condition. The study showed Acupuncture and related noninvasive techniques such as chiropractic may be an effective alternative treatment for PHN.  Moreover, there are very few adverse effects (side effects) with acupuncture.

 

 

How Does Acupuncture Help Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN)?

Acupuncture has been used for over 4000 years to treat pain and other health problems safely and effectively. Acupuncture consists of the insertion of one or several very thin metal needles into the skin and underlying tissues. The acupuncture treatment stimulates the imbalanced pathways called meridians. This activates the body’s natural healing abilities.  Ultimately, this brings balance back to your body. Indeed, Acupuncture has a beneficial effect when treating many diseases and painful conditions.

Researchers believe when an acupuncture needle is inserted, the sensory and proprioceptive nerves are stimulated. This sends a message to our brain and nervous system. Recently, a team of researchers led by neuroscientists at Harvard Medical School has looked at the underlying neuroanatomy of acupuncture that activates a specific signaling pathway.  In this study, they specifically investigated acupuncture as a potential treatment for inflammation.  They found “acupoints” or acupuncture points on the body’s surface are mechanically stimulated, triggering nerve signaling that affects the function of other parts of the body, including organs.  Ultimately, Acupuncture improves blood flow and calms the nervous system. 

Meiri Chiropractic offers acupuncture for Post herpetic neuralgia and many other ailments. Dr. Natalie Meiri is a chiropractic physician, board certified in acupuncture with over 20 years of experience.  Call today for your acupuncture treatment for PHN at 561-253-8984.

 

References: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32379658/

 

This post is about Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture For Frozen Shoulder. Did you know acupuncture can be a helpful complementary treatment for a frozen shoulder?

Studies found that acupuncture is safe and effective for pain reduction, restoring shoulder function, and  range of motion for Frozen shoulder.  Furthermore, acupuncture was beneficial for patients in the acute or chronic condition.  In addition, studies found that physical medicine such as chiropractic in conjunction with acupuncture is extremely effective for frozen shoulder.

 

What is a Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)?

The cause of frozen shoulder/adhesive capsulitis is unknown. It has been associated with diabetes, thyroid disorders, lung disease, trauma, immobilization, and cervical (neck) disk disease. Primarily, thickened shoulder capsular contractures is how it occurs. This capsule is a fibrous sheath (tissue composed of bundles of collagenous white fibers and between are rows of connective tissue cells) which encloses the structures of the joint.   Secondary contractures of other areas of the shoulder occur in the following: shoulder ligaments, bursa (sac of fluid that reduces friction between the surfaces of a bone and soft tissue), tendons. Adhesive Capsulitis is more common in 40-65 year olds and is prevalent in sedentary individuals. 

The process of  developing a frozen shoulder begins as an inflammatory stage/ phase lasting from 2 to 9 months (i.e. similar to acute tendonitis).  Next, a stiffening stage lasting 4 to 12 months, where there is a loss of  range of motion.  Finally, in the thawing stage lasting 6 to 9 months, range of motion is increasing and pain is decreasing.

Frozen shoulder can be formally classified as: (1) primary frozen shoulder due to adhesive pericapsulitis/adhesive capsulitis as mentioned above.  Additionally, it can be a secondary frozen shoulder resulting from a sprain, strain, tendinopathy, tendon tear, or bursitis.

Acupuncture Treatment for Frozen Shoulder- Research and treatment

Firstly, Acupuncture improves blood flow and soothes the nervous system.  Researchers believe acupuncture stimulates the nerves. And this can dramatically relieve pain.  Additionally, once these neurotransmitters are moving about, our blood vessels vasodialates. And this gets blood into the affected areas, initiating healing. This triggers nerve signaling that affects the function of other parts of the body, including organs.

Secondly, for conventional treatment with drugs, many outcomes are not a full resolution. So, acupuncture may be the final option for full resolution. Acupuncture is natural and has fewer adverse side effects than drugs.    

Thirdly, perhaps acupuncture has its effects by releasing natural opioids in the body that relieve pain.  Scientists believe that acupuncture overrides pain signals in the nerves.  In Traditional Chinese medicine, it is said acupuncture allows energy (qi) or blood to flow freely.  This thereby heals a frozen shoulder.

Fourthly, electroacupuncture is a method of delivery of a pulsed electric current to the acupoints.  Moreover, researchers investigated the effects of electroacupuncture. The results point out that electroacupuncture plus rehabilitation such as chiropractic may provide earlier pain relief.   Electroacupuncture may positively influence the metabolism during treatment.  Thereby promoting blood circulation, improving tissue nutrition, and eliminating inflammation and edema. Studies have shown electroacupuncture relieves frozen shoulder pain and helps restore range of motion.

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Frozen Shoulder

The acupuncture treatment stimulates the imbalanced meridian pathways to bring balance back.  This activates the body’s natural healing abilities.  Indeed, Acupuncture has a beneficial effect when treating many diseases and painful conditions for over 4000 years. 

Meiri Chiropractic offers acupuncture for frozen shoulder and many other ailments. Dr. Natalie Meiri is a chiropractic physician, board certified in acupuncture with over 20 years of experience.  Call today for your acupuncture treatment for frozen shoulder at 561-253-8984.

 

References:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7606388/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0929664618309239

 

 

If you have fibromyalgia you feel achy, fatigued, and stiff in multiple muscle groups. You may have other associated symptoms as well.  So fibromyalgia is a systemic disorder that acupuncture can provide care for naturally. Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia is about the above.

What is Fibromyalgia? 

Fibromyalgia affects two – four percent of people, women more often than men. It is a type of rheumatism (condition with pain in muscles, joints, or fibrous tissue). Although it most often starts in middle adulthood, it can occur in the teen years and in older ages. You are at higher risk for fibromyalgia if you have a rheumatic disease (health problem that affects the joints, muscles and bones). These include systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis.

 

Fibromyalgia is a Syndrome

Fibromyalgia is a syndrome (condition characterized by a set of associated symptoms) of chronic pain of musculoskeletal origin, but uncertain cause. Recent research says it is a neurologic health problem that causes widespread pain and tenderness (sensitivity to touch). Many fibromyalgia patients report that certain weather conditions seem to aggravate their symptoms, but scientists have not found out why. 

Several theories have been proposed focusing on lowered pain-threshold levels and decreased serotonin levels. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter. It acts as one of the body’s chemical messengers used by the nervous system to transmit messages from one area of the brain to another. So brain cells related to mood, sleep, memory and some social behavior could be affected by this. Additionally, it is believed that stage 4 sleep (deep sleep that lasts for about 30 minutes) is interrupted in fibromyalgia patients.  This could be due to intrusions of alpha rhythms (pattern of slow brain waves in normal awake persons at rest with closed eyes) during stage 4 sleep. Consequently, fibromyalgia is accompanied by severe fatigue, sleep issues (waking up unrefreshed), memory/thinking clearly and mood issues.

 Moreover, some patients also may have:

• Depression and anxiety
• Persistent early morning stiffness
• Paresthesia (pins and needles feeling)
• Digestive problems: irritable bowel syndrome (commonly called IBS) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (often referred to as GERD)
• Irritable or overactive bladder
• Pelvic pain
• Temporomandibular disorder – often called TMJ (a set of symptoms including face/jaw pain, jaw clicking, and ringing in the ears)

Diagnosis and Causes

There are no lab or imaging (i.e.,x-rays, MRI) tests for diagnosis of fibromyalgia.  It is diagnosed by the tender sites and the associated symptoms experienced by the patient.  Also, there should be no other health problems that would explain the pain and other symptoms. Therefore, lab tests or x-rays may be done to rule out any other cause for your symptoms.

There is most often some triggering factor that sets off fibromyalgia. It may be spine problems, arthritis, injury, or other type of physical stress. Emotional stress also may trigger this illness. The cause may be different in different people. Nevertheless, the result is a change in the way the body communicates with the spinal cord and brain.  Fibromyalgia is not an autoimmune or inflammation based illness, but current research suggests the central nervous system is involved (brain and spinal cord).

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia: Treatment

Seeing a chiropractor who is also certified in acupuncture can provide excellent care for fibromyalgia.  This is done by getting your nervous system working at its best through acupuncture and adjustments (chiropractic manipulative therapy).

Acupuncture has been used for over 4000 years to treat pain and other health problems. The acupuncture treatment stimulates the imbalanced pathways along the meridians to bring balance back.  Mainly, the  goal is to activate the body’s natural healing abilities. It’s often used as part of a broader approach to healthcare.

Acupuncture has a beneficial effect when treating many diseases and painful conditions. Therefore, acupuncture is thought to be useful as a complementary, alternative and integrative therapy for Fibromyalgia.

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia: Research

The mechanism by which acupuncture provides pain relief is unclear. However, studies suggest neuromodulation is happening.  Neuromodulation is when a therapy alters nerve activity by delivering stimuli to the nervous system.  Furthermore, this re-calibrates faulty signals to treat various conditions. So Acupuncture treatment leads to neurotransmitters’ release into the plasma and CSF (cerebrospinalfluid) that promotes pain alleviation. Our body’s enkephalins and endorphins are released.  These are our body’s natural opioids and can dramatically relieve pain.  Additionally, once these neurotransmitters are moving about, our blood vessels vasodilates. And this gets blood into the affected areas, initiating healing.

Several clinical trials were carried out and were able to show alleviation in pain and improvement in accompanying symptoms and quality of life with acupuncture; Acupuncture improves blood flow and calms the nervous system.  Researchers believe when an acupuncture needle is inserted, the sensory and proprioceptive nerves are stimulated. This sends a message to our brain and nervous system.

Recently, a team of researchers led by neuroscientists at Harvard Medical School has looked at the underlying neuroanatomy of acupuncture that activates a specific signaling pathway.  In this study, they specifically investigated acupuncture as a potential treatment for inflammation.  They found “acupoints” or acupuncture points on the body’s surface are mechanically stimulated, triggering nerve signaling that affects the function of other parts of the body, including organs.

 

 

Where can I find the best chiropractor certified in acupuncture for fibromyalgia in West Palm Beach?

While there is no cure, there are treatments for the management of Fibromyalgia. 

Jan Chambers, President of the National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association (2015), states, “…I started seeing a chiropractor who provided a thorough examination, ordered x-rays and then …created a very rigorous program to address the problems in my neck and lower back. Years later, I still do therapy at home, but it is the chiropractic care that was my lifesaver. I feel like chiropractic care literally saved my life.” (1)

 

If you are suffering from Fibromyalgia contact Meiri Chiropractic.  Your chiropractic physician certified in acupuncture in West Palm Beach will get you better.  Call 561-253-8984 to make an appointment or to learn more about Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia.

 

 Reference: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8567806/

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Allergies is about the natural treatments for allergies and allergy related problems through acupuncture. Acupuncture has been traditionally used to treat respiratory conditions in China for more than a thousand years.  These include allergies, puritis/rashes, sinusitis/sinus problems, allergic asthma, and chronic bronchitis.

Allergies affect one’s quality of life and can reduce productivity at work, school and home.   Allergic rhinitis, inflammation of the lining of the nasal passages, causing symptoms like sneezing, a stuffy or runny nose, and itching affects approximately 1.4 billion people with increasing numbers.

Acupuncture has a beneficial effect when treating many diseases and painful conditions. Therefore, acupuncture is thought to be useful as a complementary, alternative and integrative therapy for allergies.

 

Allergies and the Immune System

Firstly, an allergy occurs when a person’s immune system reacts to substances in the environment that are harmless to most people. Secondly, the immune system is a complex network of cells, tissues, organs, and the substances they make that helps the body fight infections and other diseases. Thirdly, this includes white blood cells and organs and tissues of the lymph system. Fourthly, the immune system identifies foreign substances/invaders and mobilizes the body’s natural defense system to fight them.  However, sometimes the immune system incorrectly identifies a nontoxic substance as toxic. Fifthly, substances that provoke an allergic response are called allergens. Sixthly, so in response to the allergens, the white blood cells overreact. And this causes damage to the body.  In conclusion, the allergic reaction becomes a disease in itself.

 

 What Causes Allergies?

 

The reason why some people have allergies and others don’t is unknown.  Scientist say there may be a genetic component.  Interestingly, allergies can start at any age.  However, the most prevalent age of onset is between 15 and 20 years of age.  It appears stress may aggravate allergies. 

 

Symptoms of Allergies and Examples of Allergens

Symptoms of allergies include: nasal congestion, coughing, wheezing, itching, shortness of breath, headache, fatigue, hives and skin rashes. Just about any substance can cause an allergic response.  The most common ones are: pollen (hayfever), dust, certain metals (e.g. nickel), certain cosmetics (e.g. lanolin) dust mites, animal hair, insect secretions, drugs (e.g. penicillin, aspirin), some food additives (e.g. benzoic acid and sulfur dioxide, MSG), animal dander, chemicals (e.g. some found in soap, cleaning supplies, cigarette smoke). 

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Allergies/ TCM Theory on Alleriges

Firstly, Acupuncture has been used for over 4000 years to treat pain and other health problems. The acupuncture treatment stimulates the imbalanced pathways along the meridians to bring balance back.  Mainly, the goal is to activate the body’s natural healing abilities.

Secondy, Traditional acupuncture is based on the belief that an energy, or “life force”(Qi, pronounced “chee”), flows through the body in these channels called meridians.  The goal is to activate the body’s natural healing abilities. And the stimulation of acupuncture points is most effective through needle insertion.

Thirdly, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) the body’s immunity is the function of the “defensive Qi”. 

 

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Allergies

 

Conventional treatment of allergies includes medications which have side effects. These include antihistamines, corticosteroids, mast cell stabilizers, anticholinergics and antileukotrienes. Common side effects include: drowsiness, dizziness, and dry mouth. Other side effects can include sore throat, headaches, nosebleed, fever, itchy skin, blurred vision, constipation, and nausea. 

The effects of acupuncture with treatment of allergic symptoms have been examined in several studies. And acupuncture was reported to be effective particularly in the reduction of nasal and conjunctival (eye tissue) signs. Finally, relief of symptoms leads to the improvement in the quality of life.  Acupuncture relieves also the cutaneous (skin) symptoms. For example, pruritus/itchy skin or atopic dermatitis are relieved by acupuncture.  Indeed, acupuncture influences your immune system. And because acupuncture helps the immune system, it is a useful treatment for patients with allergies.

Meiri Chiropractic offers acupuncture for allergy problems and many other ailments. Dr. Natalie Meiri is a chiropractic physician, board certified in acupuncture with over 20 years of experience.  Call today for your acupuncture treatment for allergies at 561-253-8984.

 

  

From Dr. Natalie Meiri’s clinical pearl stories- Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Knee Pain 

 

This is my clinical pearl story about Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Acupuncture for Knee Pain.  He was a 56 year old male patient.  His chief complaint was right knee pain.  To be HIPAA compliant, I will call him Beckett instead of his real name.

Originally, Beckett had come to see me for neck and back problems which he thought were job related.  He also had played football in high school and hurt himself.  And with chiropractic care, his neck and back problems were so much better.  Currently, he came in for supportive/maintenance chiropractic care about once a month for his neck and back.

Beckett’s right knee pain had come on 6 months ago.  He didn’t know how it started because there was no trauma. It came on after twisting climbing a ladder. He was an electrician and A.C. technician.  So, Beckett did do some heavy lifting on the job which contributed to the repetitive injury to his knee.

 

Beckett’s Knee Pain

First, Beckett’s right knee pain was a new problem he never had before. Second, the knee pain was located in the medial (inner) aspect of his knee joint. Third, Beckett had started acupuncture for a ear problem with me.  And he had a good outcome.  Therefore, he thought acupuncture would help his knee pain as well. 

 

Beckett’s Examination

Upon examination, Beckett tested positive for his right knee pain condition.  Beckett had strained his knee twisting just as he had described in his history to me.  I would order imaging if Beckett didn’t respond to treatment in 1 month.

 

 

Some Anatomy of the knee: Femur (thigh bone), Tibia (shin bone), Fibula (thin, outer long bone of the leg), and the Patella (kneecap)

There are three “articulations” (joint or juncture between bones or cartilages) at the knee: the tibiofemoral, patellofemoral, and tibiofibular articulations. However, only the tibiofemoral and patellofemoral articulations participate in knee joint activity. The tibiofibular articulation/joint does not actually contribute to the actions of the knee. Instead, it is part of the ankle joint complex moving the ankle in all the various ranges of motion. However, dysfunctional processes in the proximal tibiofibular articulation/joint can affect other knee functions and can be a source of knee pain.

So the tibiofemoral and tibiofibular are synovial articulations.  These are freely movable joints. And the bony surfaces are coated with hyaline cartilage.  It is unified by a fibrous articular capsule. However, the third articulation, patellofemoral, is a functional joint (non-synovial joint).   

The knee is supported by the joint capsule, its cartilage “thickenings”, and the collateral-ligamentous system.  And the collateral ligaments (band of tissue that connects a bone to another bone) are located on either side of your knee outside your knee joint.

Internally the knee is stabilized and the control of rotation is provided by the meniscocruciate system. There are two C-shaped cartilage like structures, each one called a meniscus. The menisci aid in shock absorption and help govern rotational movement at the knee.

 

What are some causes of knee pain that can be treated by acupuncture?

1. Knee Tendinitis

Tendinitis is inflammation of a tendon, the fibrous tissue that connects muscles to bones, and it is often caused by overuse or repetitive motions. One example would be the popliteus muscle tendinitis.

Firstly, the popliteus muscle lies behind the knee joint. It forms the base of the popliteal fossa (diamond-shaped space behind the knee joint). Secondly, it inserts at the lateral femur, lateral meniscus and inserts onto the proximal (nearer to the center of the body) tibia (shin bone). Thirdly, the popliteus muscle does lateral rotation of the femur relative to the tibia. And this ‘unlocks’ the knee joint so that the knee can flex (bend). Fourthly, Popliteus is a major stabilizing muscle of the knee.  Fifthly, tendinitis is a condition in which the tissue connecting muscle to bone becomes inflamed. And you will have pain in the lateral (side away from body) knee following downhill running or walking. Your foot on the injured side may have hyperpronation problems. 

 

2. Knee Sprain or Strain 

A sprain is a sudden or violent twisting injury of a joint with stretching or tearing of ligaments.  A strain occurs when a muscle is overstretched or torn. This usually occurs as a result of fatigue, overuse, or improper use. Furthermore, damage to your attached tendons can also occur with a strain. 

An example of a spsrain would be the Adductor Sprain. These adductor group of muscles of the hip are located on your inner thighs. They are mostly used for bringing the thighs together (called adduction). This adductor muscle ligament injury may occur to an athlete who is involved in kicking, sprinting, water skiing, or jumping (high jumps or hurdles). A sudden pulling or contraction from a stretched position of hip abduction (movement of the leg away from thigh) or flexion (movement when knee comes toward the chest) can cause this injury.

An example of a strain would be the Hamstring Strain. This group of  hamstring muscles run along the back of your thigh from your hip to just below your knee. This injury may occur to an athlete or “weekend warrior” who feels a sudden pull or pop at the back of the thigh following a forceful knee extension (straightening your knee) maneuver. By over contracting the hamstrings while in a position of stretch, a tear may occur.

 

3. Knee Pain from Osteoarthritis

Degeneration of articular (joint) cartilage can be secondary to meniscal tearing or degeneration. Unfortunately, this occurs with age. Additionally, single trauma events or a past knee surgery (including ACL or meniscal surgeries) predisposes you to early degeneration.

What is Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Joint Disease)?

Degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease is also referred to as osteoarthritis.  It is a “wear and tear” arthritis. This serious, painful condition can affect any joint of the body (e.g. hands, knees, hips, shoulders, back and neck). It is by far the most common form of arthritis, affecting more than 32.5 million adults in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Firstly, osteoarthritis is a disease of the entire joint, including bone, cartilage, ligaments, menisci (e.g. knee meniscus) and the tissues lining the joint (the synovium). There can also be changes in periarticular (around the joint) muscles, nerves, bursa, and local fat pads that may contribute to the symptoms of osteoarthritis.

Secondly, it degrades cartilage, changes bone shape and this causes inflammation. 

Thirdly, the result is pain, stiffness and loss of mobility.

Lastly, pain and other symptoms of osteoarthritis may lead you to feel tired, have problems sleeping, and possibly feeling depressed.

 

 

Beckett’s Acupuncture Treatments at Meiri Chiropractic

Beckett’s Acupuncture treatments consisted of the insertion of very thin metal needles.  These were inserted into the skin and underlying tissues.  Finally, Beckett’s outcome from the acupuncture was a complete resolution.

 

 How Does Acupuncture Help Knee Pain?

Neuroscientists at Harvard Medical School looked at the underlying neuroanatomy of acupuncture.  Specifically, that acupuncture activates a nerve signaling pathway. The signaling affects the function of other parts of the body, including organs (and neuromusculoskeletal body parts).

Acupuncture has been used for over 4000 years to treat pain and other health problems safely and effectively. The acupuncture treatment stimulates the imbalanced pathways called meridians. This activates the body’s natural healing abilities.  Ultimately, this brings balance back to your body. Indeed, Acupuncture has a beneficial effect when treating many diseases and painful conditions.

 

Meiri Chiropractic offers acupuncture for knee pain and many other ailments. Dr. Natalie Meiri is a chiropractic physician, board certified in acupuncture with over 20 years of experience.  Call today for your acupuncture treatment for knee pain at 561-253-8984.

 

 

Chinese medicine is a system of healing that has been around for thousands of years.  Remarkably, chinese medicine is based on ancient texts and the result of continuous clinical documentation and testing.  There are many aspects to this system of medicine.  For instance, this includes acupuncture, cupping, herbal medicine and manipulation.   

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Cupping Therapy is about what cupping is and how it can help you.

 

Acupuncture and Cupping

Firstly, Acupuncture is a treatment that has been used for over 4000 years to treat pain and other health problems. It is a painless technique used to affect what the ancient chinese practitioners called Meridians (energy channels) in your body under the skin. Traditional acupuncture is based on the belief that an energy, or “life force”, flows through the body in these channels called meridians. This life force is known as Qi (pronounced “chee”).

Secondly, Acupuncture treatment stimulates the imbalanced pathways along the meridians to bring balance back.  The goal is to activate the body’s natural healing abilities. 

Thirdly, the stimulation of acupuncture points is most effective through needle insertion. However, Cupping is a Suction technique and another method for stimulating the acupoints along the meridians. Cupping therapy is a therapeutic technique that utilizes a vacuum force created beneath a small vessel applied onto the skin’s surface.

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Cupping Therapy Facts

First, in TCM stagnation refers to the blockage or impediment in the flow of vital substances within the body.  Moreover, this is primarily Qi (vital energy) that is stagnating.  In addition, potentially Blood, Phlegm, and Body Fluids, stagnate also. At Meiri Chiropractic, we perform cupping in the traditional Chinese method.  This is by stimulating the acupuncture points to balance the meridian pathways.  And cupping can also treat the “ashi points”.   Ashi points do not have defined positions.  They are the points where the patient feels pain during palpation (medical examination of the body by touching and feeling with the hands).

Second, Cupping is a versatile therapy that benefits overall health and effectively addresses localized and systemic complaints.  For example, upper, mid back, and low back pain. And even for nerve related conditions like sciatica it is effective for helping relieve tension.

Third, Cupping can even help with congestion of the lungs and to “chase” a cold away.

Fourth, ultimately, for all ages, the strength of cupping corresponds to the patient’s level of comfort. 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Cupping Therapy/Treatment

Before the cupping therapy, a comprehensive medical history and examination are essential. There are contraindications (specific reason to avoid a particular treatment because it could be harmful) for cupping therapy.  This is to assess for any underlying conditions and get a diagnosis.  Furthermore, a diagnosis leads to the best course of treatment and therapies for you.

The specific mechanism through which cupping has therapeutic effects remains unidentified. However, several theories (e.g. The pain-gate theory,  The reflex zone theory) have been proposed and more research needs to be done.

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Cupping Therapy

Cupping increases blood flow, decreases stagnation or pain in the body, and encourages relaxation.  It helps to relax tight muscles and even nourish the body’s underlying resources to increase energy and vitality. It is useful as a complementary, alternative and integrative therapy utilized along with acupuncture and/or chiropractic care.

Meiri Chiropractic offers cupping therapy for neuromusculoskeletal conditions and many ailments. Dr. Natalie Meiri is a chiropractic physician, board certified in acupuncture with over 20 years of experience.  Call today for your cupping treatment at 561-253-8984.

 

 

Patients who are seeking facial acupuncture, acupuncture facelift or cosmetic acupuncture have many concerns.  These include facial asymmetry, cheek sagging, jawline, nasolabial (laugh lines) fold length, discrepancies in jawline between the left and the right sides, wrinkles around the mouth, and discrepancies in the corners of the mouth. Ultimately, patients are seeking the brighter and natural glow instead of a “greyish color” of the signs of aging. The good news is facial acupuncture is a simple concept that can help all the above! And it has holistic benefits. So you will experience improved physical, mental, emotional, social, and perhaps even spiritual well-being afterwards.  This is due to facial acupuncture treating your whole person rather than only the symptoms. Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Achieve A Brighter and Natural Glow Through Facial Acupuncture is about all of this. 

 

How does Facial Acupuncture Give You a Brighter and Natural Glowing Face?

 

Acupuncture consists of the insertion of one or several very thin metal needles into the skin and underlying tissues.  Because the sterile needles are so slender (hair thin) application is painless.  And or at most, the equivalent of the most slightest prick.  As mentioned previously, Acupuncture has been used safely and effectively for thousands of years. Additionally, the World Health Organization has established guidelines for practice.

In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Qi is the vital energy or life energy. It is one of the fundamental concepts of TCM.  In Chinese philosophy, Qi is a broad concept meaning the invisible force that animates life and connects everything in the universe, encompassing both material and immaterial energy.  In the human body, Qi is the vital energy believed to circulate around the body in currents.

By starting with the different facial acupuncture points, certain results can be achieved by their application to the skin.  The facial needles generate a lot of Qi and this is circulated throughout the face.  Moreover, the increase in Qi results in improvement in the complexion and in reducing open pores.  Indeed, the improved Qi energy and blood flow that needling to the face promotes leads to improvement to your complexion.

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Constitutional Acupuncture Treatment

 

Firstly, a constitutional treatment (whole body) maybe recommended along with the facial enhancement/cosmetic treatment.  Also, by utilizing body points along with facial points, “balance and grounding” is achieved.  By the process of identifying the specific pattern of disharmony or imbalance in the body as well as the face, a more holistic and appropriate treatment is achieved. Your treatment will include local needling into your areas of concern on your face. And then needling throughout your body to promote overall well being and address your unique constitution.  

Secondly, the constitutional treatment would help eliminate unnecessary toxins that have built up. A buildup of toxins can cause various skin problems. These can include a dull complexion, breakouts, increased oiliness or dryness, and chronic issues like eczema or premature aging. 

Thirdly, indeed facial/cosmetic acupuncture alone is relaxing.  However, having a constitutional treatment alleviates pain and stress.  Stress can cause or worsen skin and facial pain by increasing stress hormones such as cortisol.  Therefore, this leads to oilier skin, inflammation, and conditions like acne and rosacea.

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Achieve A Brighter and Natural Glow Through Facial Acupuncture- Research

 

Maintaining a balance between oil and water content in your skin is vital for a brighter complexion. However, aging, lifestyle, and environmental factors can disrupt this balance.  This may lead to skin dullness and premature aging. Many seek natural, non-invasive interventions like cosmetic acupuncture.

In studies, Cosmetic acupuncture has shown to increase blood flow and hydration. Participants had reductions in wrinkles and sagging and improvement in skin conditions.

In  other studies (1) they found Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture effectively improves skin hydration and oil balance, offering a non-invasive solution for skin health. Mechanisms potentially underlying these effects include enhanced collagen synthesis and lymphatic drainage, and skin hydrating mechanisms in the body being activated.

 

 

Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Achieve A Brighter and Natural Glow Through Facial Acupuncture

 

Are you looking for quality acupuncture treatment services in West Palm Beach for you or your loved one? Receiving West Palm Beach Acupuncture Treatments at Meiri Chiropractic will provide you with healing and pain relief. And if you’re already seeking acupuncture for other pains, ails, or needs try a facial acupuncture add-on to your session. 

Dr. Natalie Meiri is a chiropractic physician, board certified in acupuncture with over 20 years of experience.  Call today to make an appointment or to learn more about Chiropractor West Palm Beach: Achieve A Brighter and Natural Glow Through Facial Acupuncture at 561-253-8984.

 

References: (1) Effect of Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture on Facial Elasticity: An Open-Label, Single-Arm Pilot Study

Younghee Yun , Sehyun Kim , Minhee Kim , KyuSeok Kim  Jeong-Su Park , Inhwa Choi^, 

^{https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3745857/}

 

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