Advanced Acupuncture Techniques for getting Rid of Anxiety

Acupuncture as practiced in Traditional Chinese Medicine can provide real relief from stress and anxiety. Acupuncture is one of the many ways to relieve the effects of stress, anxiety and anxiety on health. It is recognized as a therapy that promotes relaxation and provides a general feeling of well-being.

Anxiety Statistics

According to the Survey on Living with Chronic Diseases in Canada, in 2013, among people aged 18 and over, nearly 3 million Canadians (11.6%) reported having an anxiety disorder or mood. More than a quarter of these people (27%) said that this disorder had "a lot" or "a lot" impact on their quality of life in the past 12 months. That's more than one in ten Canadians, not counting all the people who either don't admit or are simply unaware that they have a problem with stress or anxiety.

Stress And Anxiety In Acupuncture

In acupuncture as practiced in Chinese Medicine, the human body is perceived as being different systems in interactions and interdependencies. These 5 systems (Spleen-Pancreas, Lung, Liver, Heart and Kidney) balance each other. They are not just specific organs but different structures and functions including organs. Olivier Lejus from Acupuncture on Wheels has come up with Gentle Toyohari Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques for a wholesome solution in realms of anxiety. Here it is essential to mention that the Toyohari school of Japanese acupuncture happens to be a firm yet gentle form of Oriental medicine. Blind Japanese acupuncturists invented it in the 1950s.

All systems of the body can be affected by stress; the liver system (and not the organ as such) is often the first to be affected. Situations perceived as stressful or excesses of emotions such as:

5-elements

• Worry

• The fear

• Guilt

• Shame

• Over-thinking

• Irritability

• Frustration

• Anger

Strong emotions tend to upset the liver system. They can cause certain symptoms like irritability, headaches, and muscle stiffness.

When this disturbance of the liver sphere persists over time or is too intense, it can affect other systems.

If the Heart system is affected, there may be symptoms like sleeplessness, palpitations and chest tightness.

Acupuncture, An Effective Therapy For Anxiety

Trying to control your stress or anxiety can be a real challenge. Many people will decide to turn to medication. Unfortunately, this solution sometimes causes its share of side effects.

Fortunately, there are other solutions like psychotherapy, hypnosis, herbal medicine, meditation, relaxation and breathing exercises, yoga, Qigong and of course acupuncture.

Acupuncture can also be complementary to taking medication, there is no interaction between taking medication for anxiety or depression and acupuncture.

In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture has the fundamental purpose of restoring the balance between Yin and Yang of all systems (Liver, Heart, Spleen, Lung and Kidney).