Acupuncture is often described as extremely relaxing, regardless of what a person seeks treatment for. Furthermore, most patients report an improvement in Energy and Well-Being as well as sleep.
Acupuncture aids in calming the nervous system. Consequently, it helps switch off the ‘Fight-Flight’ stress response. Stress is a useful tool for success, but if the stress reaction is prolonged and not switched off, problems may arise.
Stress-related ailments are estimated to account for 75-90% of all doctor’s visits.
The stress response causes:
- increased heart rate,
- rapid breathing,
- tightening of muscles,
- increase of blood pressure.
Acupuncture enhance Well-Being:
Acupuncture enhances Energy and Well-Being
It is thus, not surprising that by calming the body and promoting parasympathetic activity, Acupuncture improves circulation and reduces general muscle tension.
Furthermore, this enhances all body functions not concerned with immediate survival – immunity, digestion, fertility, rest, recovery, repair. Generally speaking, the results note an overall feeling of relaxation and well-being.