Scalp Acupuncture for Neurological Disorders
Scalp Acupuncture is a modern micro-system that combines; Chinese acupuncture brain theory and needling methods with Western medical knowledge. Specifically of anatomy, physiology, pathology and neurology. Particularly, the elementary functional neuroanatomy about representative areas of the cerebral cortex.
During the treatment, very fine needles are inserted at 15-30 degree angle into specific areas on the scalp that correspond to regions of the brain. These regions control the central nervous system and functions:
- Motor activity
- Sensory input
- Vision, speech
- Hearing
- Balance
The aim of this treatment is to periodically stimulate Qi. This can be in association with movements of the affected body area or qigong based breathing exercises. This treatment can supplement conventional Western medicine in the treatment of neurological conditions.
Why choose scalp acupuncture for Neurological Disorders?
Scalp acupuncture is mainly used to help with symptoms of neurological disorders, psychological and psychosomatic conditions.
Examples are:
- Parkinson’s disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Dementia
- Depression
- Pain
- Chronic muscle spasm
Scalp Acupuncture for neurological conditions can yield quicker responses than traditional acupuncture on the body and cause fewer side effects than many conventional medicine treatments.
The goal of treatment is not to cure the disease as conventional medicine defines it but to harmonise the imbalances to improve your health and wellbeing. Thereby, reducing the symptoms associated with the condition.
The number of treatments depends on the nature and duration of the disease however many patients have noticed immediate improvements after their first treatment. Frequency of treatment may change depending on the progress. Ten treatments constitute as one course. Evaluation is continuous but a more overall consideration is done at every five treatment interval to determine the future course.
If you feel this might be the treatment for you then why not get in touch today and find out some more information on how this treatment might help you.
