Cervical Spine Acupuncture Treatment | Milpitas Fremont Acupuncturist

 

Acupuncture for osteochondrosis of the cervical spine in Milpitas

In this type of osteochondrosis, needles are inserted into the scapular region, neck and the zone of the end of hair growth on the head, setting them on biologically active points. The impact can be made in two directions - for the irritating and stimulating effect. The methods are either alternated or applied simultaneously - the choice depends on the patient's condition, symptoms, the complexity of the problem (neglect, exacerbation, chronic phase, continuation of treatment after taking medications and undergoing a course of physiotherapeutic procedures).

The tasks of acupuncture for osteochondrosis of the cervical spine

elimination of tinnitus, dizziness and numbness of the hands;

restoration of mobility;

relieving spasms and pains;

improved blood flow;

stimulating the body's production of cortisol to achieve an anti-inflammatory effect;

additional impact after removal of osteophytes;

prevention of intervertebral hernia.

The first thing that acupuncture therapy at Zen Clinic in Milpitas is aimed at is reducing the intensity of pain and its complete disappearance. Further, the processes for the restoration of cartilage tissue are activated, the edema of the spinal nerves and tissues decreases. The hormonal balance is gradually normalized. The result is an increase in general tone, mobility, performance, normalization of sound, healthy sleep.

 

Indications

pain in the head and neck, radiating to the arm, forearm, scapula;

numbness of the fingers;

noise in ears;

dizziness;

sleep disturbance;

decreased mobility.


Contraindications

pregnancy;

infectious diseases;

skin defects;

oncology;

epilepsy;

convulsions;

age after 75 years.

Training

At the first consultation, the acupuncture doctor will conduct a survey in order to collect anamnesis, examine the patient and check reflexes, and if there is a suspicion of contraindications, he will give a referral to a specialized specialist. Before undergoing acupuncture, give up alcohol, reduce the consumption of fatty foods, complete the course of intravenous injections. If you are taking medication, tell your doctor. On the day of the first session, you need to eat loosely, not engage in physical activity. Information for women: during the menstrual period, manipulations are not carried out.

Procedure process at Zen Clinic of Milpitas 

After the diagnosis, the doctor determines the points that he will act on. There can be 5 or more of them. The patient takes off his clothes and lies on the couch on his stomach. The needles are inserted to a depth of 0.3-2 cm, the length of the session varies from 20 to 60 minutes and depends on the stage of the disease, the patient's response. Periodically, the reflexologist may spin the needles or heat them to increase the stimulation.

 

Normal sensations during the session are relaxation, drowsiness, slight tingling, pleasant warmth, slight short-term numbness. Manipulations are interrupted if there is nausea, vomiting, severe chills, dizziness.

After

At the end of the session, try to be moderate in everything from food to exercise and emotional distress. You will feel relaxation, the pain will first decrease, and then completely subside. Be prepared for a short-term exacerbation of the disease, this rarely happens and is the norm. In some cases, the course must be repeated. The doctor will tell you when it is best to do it - in 2 months or six months.

The benefits of acupuncture in Zen Clinic in Milpitas

High efficiency both when combined with other methods of treating osteochondrosis of the cervical spine, and when used independently.

No allergic reaction to medications.

Recovery is felt after 3-5 sessions.

The thinnest needles exclude skin trauma and pronounced hematomas.

There is an opportunity to reduce the dose of anti-inflammatory, analgesic drugs, to achieve their complete cancellation.

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