by urban-acupuncture | Aug 1, 2022 | Acupuncture Columbus
Acupuncture is the use of small, disposable, and sterilized needles, inserted through the skin’s surface to a specific depth, depending on the injury. Acupuncture is an effective form of treatment for pain release, inflammation reduction, and untightening of muscle knots, among others. This treatment has been in practice for centuries and traces its roots to traditional Chinese medicine.
Benefits of acupuncture therapy for sports injuries
Given the wide-ranging benefits of acupuncture, it is being increasingly adopted by athletes to improve their performance and reduce recovery times.
What are the two types of sports injuries and how acupuncture can help in treating them?
When the injury results from a single application of force, it is called an acute traumatic injury. On the other hand, if the injury occurs over a period, it is called chronic or overuse injury. Chronic injuries may result from running, repetitive training, serving a ball in tennis, or overhand throwing. Sports injuries are mostly accompanied by sprain and strain of the joint and the adjoining tissues. Which lead to pain and inflammation of the injured parts.
Following are the ways in which acupuncture can help:
By reducing pain
Acupuncture reduces pain by secreting endorphins in the body, which are natural painkillers. It is, therefore, highly effective for athletes since there are no medicines involved. Plus, acupuncture has almost none to minimal side effects as opposed to drugs, which can have detrimental effects on an athlete’s performance. Furthermore, the ever evolving doping regulations make it even harder for athletes to consume medicines as there are strict guidelines on what can and cannot be used.
By releasing trigger points
Acupuncture can be particularly helpful in releasing trigger points or muscle knots. Which often result from repetitive activity, concentric, or eccentric exercises, and associated pain. Trigger point development is often accompanied by sudden onset of pain and a loss of limb movement. Trigger point acupuncture is used to release muscle spasms. This is a much softer approach to an acute condition, which can otherwise aggravate with too much massage.
By reducing inflammation
Tendinopathies are chronic injuries accounting for almost half of all the sports injuries which can prevent athletes from training due to the persistent pain. Eccentric loading, which is regarded as the most effective form of treatment for this condition is avoided by athletes due to the ongoing pain. In such a scenario, acupuncture can come in handy as it helps in reducing pain, allowing the athletes to resume eccentric loading of the tendons.
By helping recover faster
Aside from relieving pain, acupuncture can also help in improving blood circulation, sleep, energy levels, and reducing muscle fatigue which are essential in the path to recovery.
Dry needling
During a dry needling therapy, a trained practitioner will penetrate thin needles into the skin to treat underlying muscular trigger points. It is useful for athletes nursing muscle injuries.
Microcurrent therapy treatments
It involves the application of frequency driven electrical currents to affected parts of the body that helps in the following:
- Healing injured tissue faster
- Providing relief from pain triggered by injuries or chronic conditions
Acupuncture offers a great alternative to medication in the treatment of sports injuries.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Columbus, Ohio (Clintonville) (614) 725-2488 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Jun 5, 2022 | Acupuncture Columbus
Microcurrent Therapy
For many people, microcurrent therapy is one of the most useful non-surgical methodologies to make their faces young. The treatment is believed to produce dramatic outcomes. The therapy is incredibly relaxing, and many clients go off to sleep while undergoing the treatment.
The therapy has a natural effect as it clones the electric current in the body, which is accountable for the involuntary muscles, such as heartbeat, breathing, etc. Human bodies are not averse to this therapy as it is familiar with the process. The result of this therapy is smoothing and immediate tightening of the skin. The skin is also rehydrated and reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
It sculpts, tightens, and lifts the facial skin, and you can see instant results with no downtime. The therapy thus lifts sagging muscles and smooths wrinkles on your face. It is also effective in reducing acne problems and is similar to yoga for the face.
Does everyone feel the same way after undergoing the therapy?
Not everyone is the same. While some people may feel nothing, others may experience a tingling sensation. Many feel a lot of circulation or warmth on their faces and feel sleepy and relaxed afterward. They simply enjoy this power nap while undergoing the therapy.
Know the advantages of Microcurrent therapy
- Increase in blood circulation
- Reduction in wrinkles and fine lines on the face
- Reduced acne or clearer skin
- The enhanced muscle tone of the neck and face
- Detoxification/lymphatic drainage
- Lift of eyebrows and jowls
- Treatment for sun damage
- Energizing endocrine system
- Firmer, smoother skin
- Skin pigmentation can be reduced
- Enhanced product penetration
- Improvement in facial elasticity
- Revitalized and hydrated skin
So, are there any side effects?
Many people say that they did not experience any kind of side effects after undergoing the therapy, and they are not wrong. The truth is there is no real side effect of this treatment. However, some people can feel slightly different after they have gone through the therapy. It alters muscle tissue, improves circulation by eliminating stored waste products, smoothens scar tissues, and improves cellular metabolism. There are very rare side effects, such as drowsiness, fatigue, and nausea.
Avail of our microcurrent therapy services at the Urban Acupuncture Centre clinics located in Columbus, Clintonville, Westerville, Ohio. Contact us today!
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | May 10, 2021 | Acupuncture Columbus
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by urban-acupuncture | May 1, 2021 | Acupuncture Columbus
Reduce Back Pain With Massage
Lower back pain is an issue that’s very common. People who perform regular exercise and sports training, people who are older and even those who have postural problems can experience it.
Those who work regular 9 to 5 office jobs have to sit at their office chairs for hours on end. This is another scenario that can provoke lower back pain. People who experience lower back pain report discomfort, a tightening of the muscles and limited movement over time.
Is there anything you can do to combat lower back pain? Many people turn to medical practitioners and chiropractors to help resolve lower back pain. While these do provide benefits that improve pain and help people, they aren’t capable of completely alleviating the problem.
The role of neuromuscular massage therapy in alleviating lower back pain
Massage therapy is increasingly becoming popular among the masses. You may have heard about deep tissue massage, sports massage and even the Shiatsu massage. But what about Neuromuscular Massage Therapy?
In this form of massage therapy, the masseur addresses the soft tissues in the body. When the soft tissues in the lower back area and massaged, it immediately helps to alleviate lower back pain. According to the American Academy of Pain Management, Neuromuscular Massage Therapy has the ability to help those who are suffering from severe lower back pain.
What are the benefits of neuromuscular massage therapy?
Neuromuscular Massage Therapy is a form of restorative therapy. It can extend the benefits you obtain from medical care and help boost your body’s ability to combat lower back pain.
There are various benefits you can expect from your neuromuscular therapy sessions. These include:
- Pain Relief: The soft tissue massage treatment provides pain relief without the need for pain medications.
- Increased Mobility: When you experience lower back pain, the muscles in the area have already tightened. This causes a decrease in your general flexibility in addition to the pain. Your neuromuscular massage therapy treatment will free up the tensed muscles in your lower back, giving you freer movement.
- Stress Reduction: Consistent lower back pain is also associated with stress. Over time, you risk developing anxiety and even depression owing to the constant pain you’re experiencing. Massage therapies are known to help reduce stress. Neuromuscular massage therapy, in particular, can help you to feel relaxed and remove your stress.
- Increased Serotonin and Dopamine: Serotonin, in particular, can help reduce pain. Aside from being the ‘feel-good’ hormone that helps in mood upliftment, it also helps your body deal with pain more effectively. Your neuromuscular massage therapy session will help increase the levels of serotonin and dopamine in your body. This can in turn help alleviate lower back pain.
- Improved Blood Circulation: Blood circulation is necessary to help your muscles recover from feeling sore. Muscle soreness can often be experienced after hard physical activity. A neuromuscular massage therapy session can make you feel better and improve your body’s ability to heal itself.
Neuromuscular Massage Therapy has many benefits. Aside from alleviating lower back pain, you’ll also leave your therapy session feeling happier, more relaxed, with greater flexibility of movement, and with better immune health. If you live in Columbus, Westerville, or Clintonville in Ohio, why not book a neuromuscular massage therapy session with at Urban Acupuncture Centre? Feel the benefits of neuromuscular massage therapy and find relief from lower back pain with our masseurs.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Dec 1, 2020 | Acupuncture Columbus
Herbal Medicine Treatments
You’ve probably heard people talking about taking herbs to help aspects of their health: ginko to boost memory, flaxseed to prevent high cholesterol, or Echinacea to prevent colds, for example. And you may have asked yourself: Do these herbal remedies really work?
On the one hand, it’s true that certain herbs can be highly effective in addressing certain ailments. On the other hand, it’s usually not as simple as picking up an “herbal supplement” from your local drug store.
Herbal medicine is an integral and highly complex element of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It has been used for thousands of years to prevent and treat a wide range of different conditions and ailments. And to be truly effective, it requires a prescription developed just for you by a licensed and experienced herbalist.
What is Chinese Herbal Medicine?
Like acupuncture, herbal medicine is premised on the belief that a body that is out of balance is more susceptible to pathogens and injury, and cannot self-heal effectively. Your unique herbal medicine formulation is designed to help bring your body back into balance and boost its ability to fight pathogens and heal itself from illness and injury.
The key to the effectiveness of herbal medicine lies in the properties of each herb and how they interact synergistically within a unique formula to address your specific imbalances. Most formulations contain four or more distinct plant-based ingredients, including leaves, flowers, bark, roots, and seeds. Your specific herbal medicine formula may be in the form of tea, powder, pills, tinctures, syrups, or topical ointment.
When is Herbal Medicine Appropriate?
By helping to re-establish your body’s natural balance—or homeostasis—Chinese Herbal Medicine can be highly effective in helping the body cope with:
- Fatigue and sleep issues
- Cold and flu symptoms
- Breathing
- Digestion
- Autoimmune disorders
- Pain management
- Mental and emotional health, including stress, anxiety, and depression
- Menstrual concerns
- Morning sickness
- Menopausal concerns
- Male and female fertility issues
- Assisting in recovery from side effects relating to cancer treatments
- Assisting in rehabilitation from chronic disease
Chinese herbal medicine is not a substitute for conventional diagnosis, treatment, or medications. However, Chinese herbal medicine can complement more traditional treatment options. Before beginning an herbal remedy, be sure to consult your medical provider.
How Can I Get a Prescription for an Herbal Remedy?
Herbal formulations must be prescribed by a Board certified herbalist who has extensive training in Chinese herbal medicine. At Urban Acupuncture Center, your initial consultation with our herbalist can be in-person or through our safe and secure online telehealth system.
During your consultation, which should last about an hour, your herbalist will discuss your general health, medical history, and lifestyle patterns, as well as your specific medical concerns and symptoms you are experiencing. If in-person, they may also perform several diagnostic measurements, such as pulse and heartrate.
Based on this initial assessment, our herbalist will prescribe a formula for the treatment of your specific health concerns. Through our convenient email system, you can purchase your prescription from our safe and reputable suppliers to be shipped directly to your home. Regular follow-up appointments with the herbalist will review the efficacy of the treatment and make adjustments as necessary.
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For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Nov 13, 2020 | Acupuncture Columbus
What is a Health and Wellness Coach?
When we identify a problem in our lives, our first instinct is to seek help from a specialist, someone who can help us solve that particular problem. When we are sick, we see a doctor. When we are feeling depressed or stressed, we see a therapist. When we are feeling unhealthy, we see a fitness coach or a nutritionist.
This approach—while often effective at certain times—fails to take into account the fact that we—as human beings—are not composed of distinct, separable bits that can be treated in isolation from each other. Instead, we are a complex, interconnected system. A problem in one part of that system will, inevitably, impact the whole system.
A health and wellness coach approaches health and lifestyle problems from a comprehensive, holistic perspective. By helping you understand the root causes undermining your overall health and well-being, a health and wellbeing coach can then help you create sustainable strategies to take charge of your health and develop healthy lifestyle habits.
Working with a health and lifestyle coach should be collaborative, motivating, and empowering.
- Collaborative: Because your wellness is totally unique to you, your health and wellness coach should spend a lot of time asking questions and listening to your responses. They should work closely with you to identify your unique concerns and help you develop a customized, actionable plan to improve your health and lifestyle habits.
- Motivating: Big, dramatic change—while sometimes necessary to improve your health and wellness—can feel overwhelming and unachievable. A health and wellness coach can help you stay motivated to make the necessary changes by breaking longer-term goals down into small, achievable steps.
- Empowering: You have the power to advocate for yourself and take the steps you need to bring your mind, body, and spirit back into balance and harmony. A health and wellness coach should facilitate and promote your ability to spark change, while helping you identify self-limiting behaviors that may have been undermining your health in the past.
What Kinds of Services Does a Health and Wellness Coach Offer?
A health and wellness coach seeks to offer guidance across the fields of traditional healthcare, behavioral psychology, and lifestyle management. While a health and wellness coach cannot diagnose or treat a specific physical or mental health disorder, he or she can help empower you to create a healthy, balanced lifestyle by affecting change in areas such as:
- Prioritizing self-care techniques
- Nutrition and weight loss
- Fitness and exercise
- General health
- Interpersonal relationships
- Maintaining a positive work/life balance
- Managing and coping with stress
- Setting and achieving short- and long-term goals
- Practicing positive thinking and mindfulness
Do I Need a Health and Wellness Coach?
If you are concerned about your health, wellness, or overall well-being but find yourself “stuck in a rut” and unable to effect lasting change, a health and wellness coach may be able to help.
A health and wellness coach may be able to help if you:
- Have been diagnosed with an acute or chronic medical condition that requires long-term lifestyle changes;
- Want to make a major lifestyle change to improve your long-term health and happiness, such as quitting smoking/vaping or losing weight; or,
- Find yourself overwhelmed by stress and anxiety but aren’t sure how to create a healthy lifestyle balance in response.
These are just a few of the most common reasons why many people have sought help from a health and wellness coach. The underlying reason, of course, is change. If you feel that you need to make a change in your life—whether to solve a problem or simply to improve your overall health and well-being, a health and wellness coach can help.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
