Electro-Acupuncture Services
in Albuquerque, NM
Acupuncture is an ancient technique, but it has undergone significant changes in modern years. One of the most powerful modifications to traditional acupuncture is the use of electricity, which can boost the effectiveness of some treatments and broaden the range of available therapies. At Acupuncture Associates of America, we offer both traditional and electroacupuncture treatments.
A History of Electro-Acupuncture
While traditional acupuncture is thousands of years old, electrical stimulation is a relatively new innovation. There is some debate as to when the methods started. Some suggest that forms of electro-acupuncture were performed as early as the 1800s, but the method didn’t gain popularity until the 1960s. Since then, electrical stimulation techniques have become more widespread and popular in pain management and physical therapy.
Electro-acupuncture works through using short bursts of electrical current to stimulate acupuncture points in the body. In most cases, this happens by running current between two needles inserted into specific points. Sometimes, electrical stimulation can occur without a needle, with a diode simply taped to the skin above an acupuncture point.
Benefits of Electro-Acupuncture
Electroacupuncture is generally used as a form of pain management. It has also been used effectively to treat nausea occurring as a side effect of chemotherapy. The treatment works through the stimulation of neural pathways and muscles along energy meridians in the body. By providing a more powerful level of stimulation than traditional acupuncture, EA can provide more immediate and dramatic results.
Schedule an Appointment Today
Electro-acupuncture is not for everyone, but it can be a powerful therapy in the right situation. Contact us today for a consultation and to learn which type of acupuncture therapy is right for your specific needs. We will be happy to answer your questions and provide you with guidance and information so that you can make the best choice.
About Electro-Acupuncture
Electro-acupuncture is one of the many acupuncture services offered at Acupuncture Associates of America clinics in the Albuquerque area. It can be administered alone or in addition to other types of treatment, depending on an individual patient’s needs.
To help you better understand your options so that you can make the right choices regarding your treatment, we are always happy to answer your questions and provide information about the history, technique and effectiveness of any treatment we offer.
Benefits of Electrical Stimulation
According to Oriental Medicine, acupuncture works by improving the flow of chi, or life energy, through the body. Your body’s nerves are controlled by electrical impulses, and electrical stimulation can boost nerve and muscle function. Like traditional acupuncture, electrical stimulation is safe when performed by a licensed and experienced practitioner, and it can be a valuable method of pain management and symptom reduction – even in cases where traditional acupuncture may not be as effective.
To learn more about our available acupuncture services, or to schedule your first consultation, contact us today. We will be happy to answer your questions and help you find the best treatment for your individual needs.
Advantages of Electro-Acupuncture
Acupuncture Associates of America provides a variety of Oriental Medicine treatments, including both traditional and electro-acupuncture. Depending on your specific needs and goals of your treatment, we can provide a personalized therapy that will help you to overcome struggles like chronic pain; we can also help you have more energy, heightened immunity and reduced overall stress.
Uses of Electro-Acupuncture
Electro-acupuncture is the electrical stimulation of acupuncture points with the goal of affecting the flow of “qi” in the body. This stimulation can occur by applying electrodes directly to the skin or by channeling electrical impulses through pairs of acupuncture needles.
Although it can be used for many purposes, we find that electro-acupuncture is best-suited for certain types of pain conditions to promote healing and improve circulation. It is also good for some neurological conditions. Chronic pain conditions caused by nerve problems, such as fibromyalgia and neuropathy, respond very well to electrical stimulation.
Why Get Electro-Acupuncture?
The primary benefit of electro-acupuncture is its strength. The electrical current allows the acupuncture point to receive constant gentle manipulation throughout a treatment, providing a stronger effect for some patients. However, not everyone is a candidate for electrical stimulation. Some patients, including those with heart conditions, are better suited to other therapies.
When you schedule your first appointment with our doctors, we will help you identify the best treatment methods to take care of your specific needs. Contact us today for more information or to schedule a consultation!
Electro-Acupuncture for Pain Relief
One of the primary uses of acupuncture therapy is pain relief. Many of our patients at Acupuncture Associates of America come on physician referrals. Others approach us seeking relief for chronic pain conditions or as part of their recovery from injuries.
Multiple techniques can be effective in providing pain relief, but one of the most powerful is electro-acupuncture. By harnessing the stimulating power of electricity and combining it with acupuncture techniques, we can provide pain relief to our Albuquerque area patients.
How Electro-Acupuncture Works
Traditional acupuncture uses small needles inserted into specific acupuncture points throughout the body. These points lie along energy meridians, which Oriental Medicine teaches are like rivers of life energy through the body. When the energy, or chi, is disrupted, pain and other conditions occurs. Manipulation of acupuncture points restores a balance of chi.
From a Western Medicine perspective, acupuncture works by stimulating nerves and muscles. This stimulation suppresses stress hormones, boosts the production of endorphins and improves circulation. The result is reduced inflammation and pain relief.
Finding Pain Relief
Electro-acupuncture can be used to treat a variety of conditions, but it is best-suited to pain caused by neurological factors. This includes pinched nerves, muscle spasms, neuropathy, fibromyalgia and other similar disorders.
Depending on your specific needs, we may provide electro-acupuncture on its own or as part of other therapies. We will work with you to find the best treatment to improve your quality of life and provide effective pain relief.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation with our experienced Doctors of Oriental Medicine.